Therapist, Mental Health

Job Details Level: Experienced

Job Location:

Merrillville, IN Position Type:
Full Time Education Level: Graduate Degree Salary Range: $60000.00 - $65000.00 Salary/year Job Category:
Nonprofit - Social Services Career Opportunity

Therapist needed in Merrillville, IN

SIGN ON BONUS: $2,000 ($500 at start, $500 at 90 days, $1,000 at 6 months - must be in good standing for the 90 day and 6 month)

Salary Range: $60,000 – $65,000 annually.

Hours
: 9:00am - 5:00pm non traditional hours required at times

Work Model: Hybrid service delivery combining both virtual and in‑person sessions. This flexible approach is designed to enhance accessibility for clients while supporting work‑life balance for our therapists.

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing counseling or therapy, advocacy, and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

• NYAP's commitment to doing what isbestfor children, youth, and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• Student Loan Repayment assistance
  , up to $1,200 per year!
• 22 Days Off Each Year!
• Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Mileage reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family!
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
• Summer Hours Off (half day Fridays)
• Tuition Assistance
• Work Anniversary Trips
  !
• Peace leave
• Parental leave

The Therapist position may include the following, as well as other duties assigned:

• Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Provides appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served.
• Travels daily, to provide community based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Completes all required training in a timely manner.
• Consistently achieves established productivity thresholds.
• Coordinate and monitor services for the youth and family in the community, including but not limited to, mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services.
• Regularly reviews and modifies youth based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationship with assigned foster parents and families of origin.
• Assists in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth’s primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youth’s case plan.
• Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served.
• Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis.
• Actively participates in the weekly supervision process.

• Master's Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
• A current and valid LSW, LISW, LPCC, LPC, and/or LCPC is preferred, but not required.
• Two years' experience working with families and children.
• A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.
• Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
• Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
• Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
• Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
• Minimum automobile…