Therapist (Diversion Services) in Chicago, Illinois at GRO Community

Job Title: Mental Health Clinician/ Diversion Services

Job Type: Full-Time

Reports to: Program Lead

About Us:

God Restoring Order (GRO) Community is a mental/behavioral healthcare provider that

specializes in trauma focused care for boys and men of color, ages 5 and up. Grounded in an

understanding of the neurological, biological and psychological effects of trauma, GRO

translates research discoveries into evidenced-based treatments for behavior change.

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing trauma-informed counseling, cognitive

behavior groups, crisis intervention and case management support for adolescents and adults

involved in weapon-related offenses. The clinician works collaboratively with external

stakeholders (probation officers, attorneys, courts, etc.) to reduce recidivism, promote emotional

wellness, and support long-term behavioral change.

This position focuses on helping individuals develop emotional regulation, accountability,

healthy coping strategies, problem solving and pro-social decision-making through evidence-

based therapeutic interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop individualized treatment and intervention plans
• Provide individual therapy
• Facilitate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) groups
• Utilize trauma-informed therapeutic approaches
• Utilize the ORAS & OYAS risk assessments throughout course of treatment for progress monitoring
• Collaborate with probation officers and community partners as appropriate
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical progress notes
• Provide monthly status reports for all clients
• Participate in monthly case staffing meetings and multidisciplinary treatment planning
• Provide crisis intervention when needed
• Assist clients with referrals to community resources including education, employment, housing and substance use treatment
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment goals as necessary
• Maintain professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA standards
• Participate in ongoing professional development and clinical supervision

Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking ability
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to ethical behavior and professionalism in all aspects of the role
• Proficiency with electronic record keeping and documentation

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field (Masters Preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years experience in community mental health and/or working with
• diverse populations including individuals involved in the criminal justice system
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care