Envision Unlimited is a full spectrum of care organization serving people with disabilities from infants to 80+ years old regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Founded in Chicago in 1948, Envision Unlimited has a legacy of evolving care delivered with empathy, every time and everywhere.  Innovative services offered across Chicagoland and Central Illinois include community living options, novel day programs, behavioral health services, employment programs, respite for families, and foster care for children with disabilities.

Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Therapist to join our dedicated mental health team. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of therapeutic techniques and an understanding of both mental health and co-occurring disorders, combined with a commitment to improving the lives of our clients. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about making a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Essential Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• This full-time position will work with adult individuals (18+) with mental health and co-occurring disorders. Services provided include individual, group, and family therapy. In addition, services are provided both via in-person and telehealth sessions.
• Provide counseling, case management, community support, and management of individual caseloads
• Assessment and treatment planning
• Assist with developing and practicing coping skills to manage mental health/co-occurring-related symptoms
• Assistance with developing positive, supportive activities (re-establishing relationships with friends and family members, support groups, wellness activities, or identifying/participating in positive social activities that support recovery)
• Provide face-to-face and video individual, family, or group counseling services
• Monitor clients’ progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
• Participate in a team-based approach to providing treatment, including collaboration with clinicians, healthcare providers, probation, DCFS, and other partners invested in the individual’s recovery
• Attend clinical staffing(s) to collaborate with providers, including case managers, counselors, and clinical leaders, to coordinate treatment
• Maintain accurate and confidential records
• Completion of all documentation and tracking promptly
• Provide other duties as assigned, required, or specifically negotiated with the supervisor

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No supervisory responsibilities.

OTHER EXPECTATIONS

Employees shall respect the diversity of all individuals (e.g., clients, co-workers, stakeholders) and refrain from any form of discrimination and/or based upon a person’s legally protected characteristics or conduct, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.

Employees share the responsibility of creating and maintaining a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive work environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of all employees so classified.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, physical requirements may include standing, walking, and sitting; seeing; hearing and listening; clear speech; dexterity and use of hands and fingers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment described here is representative of that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The work environment may include any or all of the following: working alone; working with others, verbal contact with others and face-to-face contact.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in counseling and guidance, social work, vocational counseling, psychology, pastoral counseling, or family therapy.
• The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals in behavioral health settings by providing an individualized approach to support an individual’s wellness and recovery.
• Education/experience to be able to function as a Qualified mental health professional.
• An active and undisciplined LPC, LSW, LCPC, LCSW license in the State of Illinois is preferred; the ability to obtain licensure within two years of employment is required.
• Must have a valid DL, dependable transportation, and pass a background check.

Envision Unlimited offers competitive salaries and a generous benefit package to our professionals:

• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Coverage: HMO, PPO
• Dental and Vision Insurance Options
• Company-paid Life and LTD Insurance
• Voluntary plans (Pet insurance, AD&D, Life, Critical Illness, Short Term Disability)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation, sick time, and personal days
• 403B plan
• In-house training and CEU’s
• Employee Assistance Network
• Support for pursuing clinical licensure (financial and time off)
• Opportunity for career growth & development  
• Participate in the Tuition forgiveness program 

Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.