Clinical Therapist

Major Responsibilities:

Assessment and clinical interview

• Conduct standardized clinical interviews and administer standardized psychological measures to gather information and assess if mother is eligible for Moving Beyond Depression program.

In-Home Cognitive Behavior Therapy

• Provide IH-CBT to mothers that meet the eligibilities requirements for 15 weekly sessions with a booster session one month after treatment has ended. Attend trainings in IH-CBT provided by MBD. Maintain adherence and fidelity to IH-CBT manual and treatment model.

Data and documentation

• Completion of weekly data entry, clinical case notes, screenings, use of audio recorded sessions, and fidelity checklists.

Collaboration with other professionals

• Maintain open communication with other professionals to ensure the two programs are working together to meet the needs of the mother and child.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification

Required:

• Current license of LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) or LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) with the State of Illinois Counselor, Social Work, and Marriage & Family Board required. LPCs must be eligible for the LCPC within 6 months of the hire date OR
• Current LSW (Licensed Social Worker) or LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with the State of Illinois Social Work Board.

Education Required:

• Master's Degree in clinical counseling program OR
• Master's degree in social work

Experience

Required:

• 3 years’ experience working with maternal depression and/or cognitive behavioral therapy.
• Prior experience working with families in the home.
• 3-5 years' experience in clinical social work or counseling (preferred)
• Bilingual preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required:

Psychosocial Knowledge

• Professional knowledge and clinical ability sufficient to provide psychosocial services to pediatric patients and families.

Diversity Appreciation

• Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to successfully integrate with others who are different from oneself.

Professional Demeanor

• Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment, diplomacy, tact and professional demeanor.

Problem Solving

• Ability to independently work through details of a problem to reach a positive solution.

Communication – Advanced

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Physical Requirements and

Working Conditions:

• Home visiting required.
• May be exposed to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions.
• Ability to work in team-oriented environment.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.