Therapist-Problem Solving Court

General Description

Under limited supervision of the Director of Psychological Services Division, the Problem-Solving Court Therapists will provide a range of services for the Lake County Problem-Solving Courts. The Drug Court and Mental Health Court Therapists will be an integral member of the Problem-Solving Court Program. As a contributing member of the Problem-Solving Court team, the Therapists will be responsible for conducting all assessments, therapeutic treatment, consultation, and treatment planning for clients involved in Problem-Solving Courts.

Hours of Work

• Generally, Monday – Friday 8 hours per day
• Flexible Schedule of remote and on-site work

Essential Functions

• Conducts comprehensive assessments for clients under consideration for Problem-Solving Court.
• Conducts individual and group therapy to clients involved in Problem-Solving Court.
• Provides weekly progress reports on all clients in therapy to the Drug Court and Mental Health Court coordinators.
• Contributes to the case management/treatment planning at Problem-Solving Court staff meetings.
• Provides consultation with residential treatment providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Provides crisis intervention to probation clients when needed.
• Provides consultations to Probation Officers regarding clinical issues involving probationers.
• Conducts in-service training for probation staff on psychology-related topics.
• Seeks out and attends professional conferences and training workshops for personal development.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, programs, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required

• Must have a strong interest in working with dual-diagnosis clients and have knowledge/experience in the field of substance abuse treatment and Trauma-Informed Care.
• Experience conducting individual and group psychotherapy with notable experience in treating clients with co-occurring disorders and in Trauma-Informed Care, knowledge of literature in the field of clinical psychology and psychopathology, including the DSM-5-TR.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Education and/or Work Experience Requirements (Ed and/or Other Requirements)

• Must possess a M.S. or M.A. or equivalent in social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Candidates must be a U.S. citizen and live in Illinois at time of hiring or within six (6) months of employment.
• Candidates for this position must be certified by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC). The following is a link to the required form: Employment | Probation/Court Services
• Candidates must obtain clinical licensure within one year.
• Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift to 25 pounds on a as needed basis.
• Moderate ability to operate office equipment.

Supplemental Information

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

Lake County is committed to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.