Lake County
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
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments for clients under consideration for Problem‑Solving Court.
Conduct individual and group therapy to clients involved in Problem‑Solving Court.
Provide weekly progress reports on all clients in therapy to the Drug Court and Mental Health Court coordinators.
Contribute to the case management/treatment planning at Problem‑Solving Court staff meetings.
Provide consultation with residential treatment providers to ensure continuity of care.
Provide crisis intervention to probation clients when needed.
Provide consultations to Probation Officers regarding clinical issues involving probationers.
Conduct in‑service training for probation staff on psychology‑related topics.
Seek out and attend 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.
Qualifications
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 Work Experience 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 must be certified by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC). The following is a link to the required form.
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 up to 25 pounds as needed.
Moderate ability to operate office equipment.
Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our 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.
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Hours of Work
Generally, Monday – Friday 8 hours per day
Flexible Schedule of remote and on‑site work
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments for clients under consideration for Problem‑Solving Court.
Conduct individual and group therapy to clients involved in Problem‑Solving Court.
Provide weekly progress reports on all clients in therapy to the Drug Court and Mental Health Court coordinators.
Contribute to the case management/treatment planning at Problem‑Solving Court staff meetings.
Provide consultation with residential treatment providers to ensure continuity of care.
Provide crisis intervention to probation clients when needed.
Provide consultations to Probation Officers regarding clinical issues involving probationers.
Conduct in‑service training for probation staff on psychology‑related topics.
Seek out and attend 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.
Qualifications
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 Work Experience 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 must be certified by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC). The following is a link to the required form.
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 up to 25 pounds as needed.
Moderate ability to operate office equipment.
Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our 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.
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