About us

First Responders Wellness Center is a growing, busy therapy business in Chicagoland who treat first responders by first responders or family members or friends of first responders. We are passionate professionals who believe in teamwork and learning.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting & furnished office
• Passionate driven co workers
• Psychoeducation and training
• Trauma informed care

```Job Summary:```

We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor to join our team. As a Licensed Counselor, you will provide counseling services to individuals and if you would choose couples, and/or groups experiencing mental health challenges. Your role will involve assessing clients' needs, developing treatment plans, and implementing therapeutic interventions to promote emotional well-being and personal growth for first responders.

```Responsibilities:```

- Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine clients' mental health needs

- Develop individualized treatment plans based on clients' goals and needs

- Provide counseling services using evidence-based therapeutic approaches

- Facilitate individual and/or couples/ group therapy sessions

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care for clients

- Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards

- Stay up-to-date with current research and best practices in the field of mental health counseling

- Provide crisis intervention services as needed

```Qualifications:```

- Master's degree in Counseling or social work

- Current state licensure as a Professional Counselor or social work

- Experience working with trauma

- Knowledge of PTSD, alcohol abuse, anxiety and depression

- Proficiency in conducting assessments and developing treatment plans

- Strong understanding of behavioral health principles and interventions

- Familiarity with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), CPT, Exposure, DBT, EMDR and other evidence-based practices

- Ability to provide addiction counseling and support for individuals with substance use disorders

- Experience in case management and coordinating care with other healthcare providers

- Ability to provide trauma-informed care for individuals experiencing PTSD

If you are a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Social worker or Counselor looking to positively impact the lives of first responders, we encourage you to apply. We offer competitive compensation packages and opportunities for professional growth within our organization.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. This is a full-time position that can be salary with benefits or as an indepedent contractor.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $65,000.00 - $89,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person