Therapist - In Training - Family Centered Treatment Program

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non‑profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two‑state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission‑driven individuals to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs and support services for adults with disabilities and/or mental health concerns.

Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement? Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents? If you would like to help us achieve our mission, please apply for the following opportunity.

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI (LSS) is looking for a dedicated and passionate therapist to join our Family Centered Treatment Team. If you’re driven by the desire to make a real difference in the lives of families in their communities, this full‑time, benefit‑eligible position could be your next career move! The FCT Team also provides individual and team supervision on a weekly basis as part of our evidenced‑based model.

This role serves Columbia and Sauk Counties, but could office out of Madison, Baraboo, or Fond du Lac.

Now providing a $2000 sign‑on bonus for new Therapist colleagues! Ask a recruiter about the bonus and payout!

Get paid for what you work, not what you bill, including TRAVEL TIME! Additional compensation incentives when FCT training is complete and productivity expectations are met.

The FCT team is a fully implemented and home‑based evidence‑based trauma treatment model used to stabilize or reunify families. Our goal is to help families identify practical solutions to solve problems to keep them together in the community and to treat inter‑generational trauma. Our core belief is that recipients are great people with tremendous internal strengths and resources.

• Work a flexible weekly schedule that includes some evening hours for client appointments, based on client/family availability.
• Learn the evidence‑based framework of FCT and the four phases of treatment—including completing Level 1 Certification within 12 months of hire, supported by the supervisor and team trainer.
• Provide direct clinical treatment using methods compatible with FCT principles and practices for assigned cases and meet fidelity requirements for treatment intensity (5 hours per week per family). Caseloads vary from 3–5 families, depending on travel.
• Maintain clear, concise, and timely documentation records in an Electronic Health Record system to meet state, county and EBP standards.
• Collaborate with all relevant systems and key participants to ensure buy‑in and cooperation throughout FCT treatment.
• Participate in weekly individual and team supervision and provide kind, direct, and honest feedback to team members, including participation in peer reviews.
• Participate in a rotating 24/7 caregiver coaching support system that has been established by the team (1–2 weekends in a quarter).

• Background check required.
• Education:
  
  Master’s degree in Social Work with Mental Health concentration, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related program is required.
• Experience:
  
  Practicum experience, through your degree program, related to services LSS provides is required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.
• Eligibility for training or full license by meeting criteria set for by WI Department of Safety and Professional Services as an Advanced Practice Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Practical Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF):
  Eligible for loan forgiveness after 10 years of on‑time payments through an income‑based repayment plan.
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