Job Description

Trauma Therapist (LSW, LPC, LCSW, LCPC) with EMDR training will provide outpatient individual clients of Creating Space Therapy. Clinical therapy services include the treatment of grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression in children, adolescents, and adults. We are currently looking for a trauma therapist who is compassionate, conscientious, a lifelong learner, and ready to be a part of a dynamic, fun, and collaborative team. If you want to be part of a work family, apply! This position has the flexibility to be hybrid or fully telehealth.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform either a hybrid of on-site and telehealth or fully telehealth clinical counseling services to clients of Creating Space Therapy, as scheduled, and in accordance with company policies and based on client demand.
• Regular and reliable attendance and timely arrival to work is required.
• Be properly licensed and abide by all laws, rules, regulations, and codes of ethics that are binding upon or applicable to the services performed for Creating Space Therapy.
• Respond to clients’ requests for service or calls within 24 hours whether such requests are made in person, by phone, voicemail, etc. or through the Creating Space Therapy website. Respond to such requests by meeting, evaluating, and providing services to such clients.
• Communicate with a client's treatment team (i.e., PCP, psychiatrist, school, etc.) as necessary.
• Timely complete written records for each client including, but not limited to: intake notes, progress notes, treatment plans, discharge notes, contact notes, and other forms or documents which may be needed or required from time-to-time by Creating Space Therapy or third parties in conjunction with the treatment of the client within a timely fashion (within 24 hours of session). Keep client files accurate and up to date.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training as directed by Creating Space Therapy.
• Conduct and regulate counseling services in a professional manner so as to maintain and increase the good will and reputation of Creating Space Therapy. Be respectful of and cooperative and collaborative with co-workers.
• Passion for working with others (being collaborative) and helping our team members grow and learn.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience

• Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree in counseling or social work; and
• Active license (LSW/LPC or LCSW/LCPC) in the State of Illinois. A copy must be provided to Creating Space Therapy.
• EMDR Trained required, EMDR Certified preferred
• Available to hold at least 24 client sessions per week, provided such sessions are available
• At least two years of experience in a clinical setting post-graduation.