Mental Health Counselor

Therapist In Training (CCS)

Now providing a $2000 sign-on bonus for new Therapist colleagues!

Launch Your Clinical Career While Making a DifferenceLSS is seeking a Therapist In Training to join our Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) team. Under the supervision of a Licensed Therapist or Licensed Psychologist, you will provide assessment, treatment, and recovery-focused services to individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. Services are provided to individuals with high level needs across environments;

including home, school and community. This is a full-time, benefits eligible position working in the Milwaukee Metropolitan area.

This is an excellent opportunity for master's-level clinicians seeking supervised experience while building skills in psychotherapy, clinical assessment, treatment planning, and community-based behavioral health services.

Conduct clinical assessments and contribute to diagnosis and treatment planning

Provide individual, family, couples, and group psychotherapy services

Deliver psychoeducation and skill-building services that support recovery and wellness

Collaborate with clients, families, and interdisciplinary treatment teams

Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation

Participate in clinical supervision and professional development opportunities

Deliver services using trauma-informed, person-centered, and evidence-based practices

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field

Practicum experience related to Family Therapy, DBT Informed, or TFCBTSpanish-speaking skills are preferred due to the needs of the individuals we serve, but not required.

Eligible for Wisconsin "in training" licensure (APSW, LPC-IT, or MFT-IT)
Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Clinical supervision and professional mentorship

Opportunity to gain valuable licensure hours and hands-on experience

Meaningful work supporting individuals and families in recovery

Collaborative, mission-driven culture

Ongoing training and professional development

At LSS, we believe every person deserves respect, dignity, and the opportunity to thrive. If you're passionate about helping others and ready to grow as a clinician, we'd love to hear from you.

Lutheran Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).