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Therapeutic Counselor APPLY ONLINE

Provide counseling to students in a school based, therapeutic environment using multiple forms of therapeutic approaches, in accordance with their IEP related service recommendations.
Work with students to address depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and problems with self-esteem.
Provide family counseling and parental education as needed.
Provide assessments in the areas of mental status, personality, behavioral response patterns, relationships, and family interactions.
Work with IEP team and create benchmarks and objectives supporting the student across settings.
Facilitate/co-facilitate counseling groups as needed.
Participate in treatment planning with a interdisciplinary team.
Consult with staff, educational stakeholders, family, etc. about treatment recommendations and progress.
Submit progress notes, IEP goal updates, and short term objective updates indicating objectives, strategies, and outcomes obtained.
Attend residential staff meetings and team meetings as scheduled and/or appropriate; attend discipline meeting as well as meetings with supervisor(s) as necessary.
Ensure evaluation, progress, and discharge reports on each student are completed in a timely manner.
Ensure adherence to accreditation standards and ethics of confidentiality.
Provide appropriate supervision and in-house activities for students as needed.

Master's Degree in a Human Services field.
Two years of relevant experience preferred.
LCSW or LCPC licensure required.
Must pass DCFS background check.
Self-motivated and detail-oriented with ability to multi-task.
Ability to maintain composure and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional communication skills with an ability to establish trust and rapport quickly
A good listener with an ability to empathize while still providing guidance.

Sign On Bonus: $2,500

12 month Employee

Requires valid driver's license

Cleared background check will determine start date

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3/26/2026

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