Therapist - Foster Care

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Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency that provides therapeutic, wellness, and skill development services to youth, families, and neighborhoods affected by lasting trauma. We foster healing and growth through empowerment, respect, safety, and teamwork.

Our Foster Care program supports DCFS‑referred youth ages 0‑21, helping them connect with safe homes and achieve educational, vocational, and permanency goals.

As a Foster Care Therapist, you will provide critical mental health services to youth and families, supporting healing, recovery, and resilience. You'll deliver individual, group, and family therapy, provide parent coaching, and respond to crises to stabilize placements. Your work directly impacts the lives of young people, helping them navigate challenges while fostering safe, supportive environments.

In this field‑based, hands‑on role, you'll travel to homes, schools, and community settings across Chicago to ensure consistent, trauma‑informed care. You will collaborate with caregivers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support youth in meeting treatment goals.

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy to youth in foster care and their families
• Develop and regularly update mental health assessments and treatment plans with supervision
• Engage caregivers, parents, and families to support healing and positive outcomes
• Participate in clinical staffings, case reviews, and psychotropic medication monitoring
• Support youth during crises, including emergency interventions and placement stabilization
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation according to Medicaid, DCFS, and agency standards

• Master's degree in Social Work or related human services field with LSW or LPC upon hire
• Minimum 1 year of experience providing clinical services to youth and families
• Valid Illinois driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance
• Ability to pass background and drug screens

• LCSW or LCPC preferred/required upon eligibility
• Experience working with youth or families affected by trauma
• Knowledge of foster care, DCFS standards, and strength‑based practices

This position is based out of our Stewart campus (400 W 76th Street, Chicago, IL 60620). Monday‑Friday, with flexible hours and on‑call responsibilities. Field‑based work with frequent travel across Chicago‑area foster homes. Participation in training and supervision meetings as scheduled.

• Salary: $57,550‑$62,000/year, based on experience.
• Average of 17‑25 days PTO + 9 holidays
• Medical insurance – HMO and PPO options
• Dental insurance – HMO and PPO options
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 5% employer match and auto‑vesting
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical and Dependent Care
• Pre‑tax Commuter benefits – Parking and Transit
• 100% employer‑paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Children
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 100% employer‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and life resources
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Bonus up to $1,500
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for licensed employees
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Submit your resume here. We look forward to learning more about you!

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V