Case Therapist II-CST Team Lead

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. Our patient‑first approach sets us apart as a leader in healthcare, and as a Team Lead Case Therapist II you will join our quest for better health care across the entire Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees.

The Team Lead Case Therapist II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and accreditation standards. This role is responsible for providing intensive case management services to individuals with chronic and/or persistent mental illness or co‑occurring disorders.

• Assist clients in engaging in needed services and finding community resources.
• Help clients apply for and re‑determine benefits assistance.
• Support clients in obtaining basic necessities such as food, housing, and safety resources.

The approach is team‑based: the team shares the overall caseload, but each member is individually assigned specific clients for consistent follow‑up and support.

Clients have higher needs and are at higher risk of crisis and instability than those engaged in traditional case management services.

40 hours/week, Monday‑Friday, 8:30–5:00. No overnight or weekend hours.

• Experience and training in assessment, individual, family, and group counseling.
• Master’s Degree with LSW, LCSW, LPC, or LCPC required, or eligible for licensure.
• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field.

• 3‑5 years in an intensive treatment and/or mental health setting.
• CADC licensure.
• LIC CPC.
• LIC LCSW.
• LIC MSW.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If offered the position, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form permitting a background check, evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis under all applicable laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

We offer a wide range of benefits that support physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: new graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible, depending on job family.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.