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Present Awakenings Therapy Center, PLLC

Full-Time Mental Health Therapist

Present Awakenings Therapy Center, PLLC, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

Present Awakenings Therapy Center is a mental health therapy practice in Chicago specializing in individual therapy for adults who have experienced trauma and loss resulting in trauma, anxiety, mood, and dissociative disorders. We are EMDR Therapists and include parts work and somatic techniques, along with Humanistic therapies, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness techniques to support client healing. We strive to provide high-quality therapy and consultation and are committed to authentic, transparent, and honest collaboration with clients and co-workers. If you are a like-minded therapist, we would love to have you join our team! Present Awakenings is currently hiring for a full-time mental health therapist. REQUIREMENTS

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology Experience and/or interest in conducting individual therapy with adults who have experienced trauma and loss, including both acute trauma and complex trauma 1+ years experience in psychology field preferred (pre- or post-masters); 2+ years of professional work experience in any field preferred Understanding of trauma-informed therapy and various therapeutic techniques Experience and/or interest in EMDR Therapy; Completion of part or all of EMDR Basic Training (from an EMDRIA approved provider) preferred Excellent communication, clinical, and customer service skills Compliance with and knowledge of HIPAA guidelines Willing to work 8-10 clinical hours in the evenings (past 5 pm), early mornings (before 9 am) Ability to work and see in-person clients at Present Awakenings' offices 4-5 days per week Allowed to work from home 1 day per week; access to a personal computer, reliable high-speed home internet, and a confidential setting RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide mental health therapy to individual adults combining both EMDR and talk therapy Grow and maintain a clinical caseload averaging 22-24 billable clinical hours per week Train/continue training in EMDR Therapy to refine and enhance clinical skills and knowledge Complete progress notes, intake assessments, treatment plans, and billing documents in a timely manner Professionally respond to client communication via phone and email Maintain professional and ethical requirements for licensure BENEFITS

W-2 position with competitive compensation based on experience, license, and training Paid Leave and Paid Sick Leave SIMPLE IRA with employer matching contributions after one year of employment Health Insurance Benefits Regular EMDR Consultation, including toward becoming an EMDR Certified Therapist Office located at 1332 N Halsted St in Chicago, IL Liability insurance provided Marketing, administrative, and billing assistance Authentic, collaborative, and supportive environment Fulfilling, evidence-based, and effective clinical work that helps clients heal TO APPLY

Please send CV/resume, cover letter, and at least two professional references to Stacy Rhoades, LCPC via email at stacy@presentawakenings.com with the subject “Full-Time Therapist Applicant”. Include in your cover letter your interest and experience working with adults who have experienced trauma and loss, and your interest and experience with EMDR Therapy. Present Awakenings values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of all genders, sexual identities, ability statuses, religions, and racial and ethnic identities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual identity, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws. For additional information on Present Awakenings, please visit the website at: https://www.presentawakenings.com/

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