Grundy Workforce Job Board Services: Submission #3572

Submission Number: 3572
Submission ID: 746906
Submission UUID: 0b0be287-974c-4678-9a63-bedc678bf48d

Created: Tue, 08/15/2023 - 13:50
Completed: Tue, 08/15/2023 - 13:50
Changed: Tue, 08/15/2023 - 16:26

Remote IP address: 216.125.168.2
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English

Is draft: No
Company Name County of Grundy Health Department
Address 1320 Union Road
Morris , Illinois. 60450
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Contact Email (Optional) HR@grundyco.org
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Job Title Behavioral Health Therapist (Child and Adolescent)
Job Location Work is performed from office in Morris, IL with occasional visits to partner agencies
Over 18 Required Yes
Employment Type Full Time
Work Shift
Rate $21.50/hr (Therapist I) or $22.00/hr (Therapist II)
Number of Positions 1
Please Have Applicant Email Resume/Cover Letter, Mail Resume/Cover Letter
Job Description The Grundy County Health Department works to preserve, protect and promote the health and well-being of
Grundy County. Services are offered in response to community need and in accordance with oversight agencies to
clients of the lifespan – infant to older adults.
The primary role of the Behavioral Health Therapist will be to provide outpatient individual and group therapy to
clients ages seven through eighteen with mental health and/or substance use issues. The Therapist also assists
clients and their families, when appropriate, in linkage with necessary ancillary services, (i.e., medical, financial,
shelter, vocational, law enforcement). As a member of the Child and Adolescent Program team, the therapist will
work to meet the needs of the client and family, which may include communication with school or state systems.
In addition, the Therapist may have some level of involvement with Quality Assurance for the Behavioral Health
Division.
The ideal candidate will be flexible in work environments, function cooperatively with staff and the community, and
have a special interest in serving child and adolescent residents of Grundy. Under the supervision of the Director
of Behavioral Health, the candidate will be capable of critical thinking, sound judgement and working
independently, while quickly learning the balance with teamwork for the optimal treatment of each client.
Job Requirements PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally
required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop,
kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell as well as lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required
by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust
focus.
Any qualified applicant with a disability and requiring reasonable assistance or accommodation to the application
and/or interview process should notify the HR Department.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Requires the ability to display a positive, cooperative, professional and team orientated attitude and the ability to
establish and maintain working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, county, state and other officials and the
general public.
Preferred candidate will have experience working with the child and adolescent population.
Therapist I: Preferred candidates will possess and maintain current Illinois LPC or LSW, or be working toward
licensure (unlicensed candidates who are working toward licensure may also be considered).
Therapist II: Must hold and maintain Illinois LCPC or LCSW licensure.
All candidates shall possess a Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other closely related discipline from
an accredited educational institution. It is recommended that interested individuals possess a minimum of one
year’s supervised experience in a community mental health agency. Supervised experience in other social service
agencies or other relevant work experience which fulfilled degree requirements may also be considered.
A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance are required
Lifting Requirements - 25+ lbs (unassisted) Yes
Lifting Requirements - 50+ lbs (unassisted) No
List Job Until 01/01/2024
Additional Information TO APPLY: Candidates must meet the minimum requirements of the position in order to be considered.
Send resume and salary requirements to HR@grundyco.org with “Behavioral Health Therapist FT” in the subject
line or mail to Grundy County Administration, Attn: HR 1320 Union Street, Morris, IL 60450.
No phone calls please.
I agree to the terms of service. Yes
approved Yes