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Howard Brown Health is a nationally recognized leader in LGBTQ+ health and wellness. Our commitment to inclusive and affirming care has made us a cornerstone of the Chicago community. At Howard Brown, we believe in providing holistic, patient-centered care that empowers individuals and enriches lives.

 Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to health equity and social justice.
• Work in a supportive, inclusive, and culturally competent environment.
• Access to continuous learning opportunities and professional development.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Contribute to groundbreaking health initiatives and research.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance with two PPO plans and an HMO plan.
  • BCBS HMO, PPO, and PPO Select Plans
  • BCBS Dental

• • BCBS Vision
• Paid Time Off:
  • 3-weeks paid vacation and 1-week of personal time
  • 12 accrued sick days per year
  •  10 paid holidays, including Juneteenth
  • PTO Exchange allows employees to turn unused PTO into liquid assets
• 401k program with up to 5% employer match after 90 days 
• Employer-paid basic life insurance valued at one times the annual salary
• Voluntary Life and AD&D, and Short-term and Long-term disability
• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefit account
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness Programs; NHSC & PSLF
• Employee Assistance Program with 5 employer-paid counseling sessions
• 50% off at Brown Elephant Resale Shops and discounts at local businesses

Pay: The annual pay for this position is $73,257.60 - $89,793.60 Annually dependent on years of experience and certifications/licensure

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct mental health intake screenings, make referrals, complete assessments, and provide therapy.
Provide crisis assessment and trauma-informed intervention to behavioral health clients.
Complete behavioral health surgery letters for clients seeking gender affirmation surgeries.
Document patient contact/progress concisely in the electronic medical record in accordance with policies and procedures.
Meet weekly productivity standards including, but not limited to, number of encounters per week.
Ensure highest quality of care by collaborating with other disciplines (i.e., medical, resource advocacy, psychiatry, linkage to care, outreach, drop-in workers) to improve client mental and physical health.
Participate in quality assurance activities including program evaluation, staff development, continuing education and outcome assessment.
Attend and participate in all required meetings, including department and program meetings, agency committee meetings, agency all-staff meetings, trainings and group consultation.
Maintain the highest level of patient confidentiality.
Provide timely and succinct feedback to PCPs, case managers and resource advocates, drop-in workers, linkage to care workers and other staff regarding client condition and possible barriers to care for shared clients.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL REQUIRED:
Required:
Masters or Doctoral level degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field
Current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), or as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Illinois.
Demonstrated experience in crisis intervention, and individual and group therapy.
Previous experience working with the LGBTQ community
Prior knowledge and experience working with diverse communities, especially those impacted by HIV/AIDS.

Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of health disparities, substance use and domestic violence issues within LGBTQ communities.
Prior experience working with transgender, gender non-conforming and gender queer people.
Completed State of Illinois domestic violence 40-hour training and previous experience working with clients impacted by intimate partner violence
Prior experience supervising interns or volunteers.
Experience utilizing harm reduction and strength-based approaches.
Spanish speaking and/or Deaf/HOH communication skills.

ADA SPECIFICATIONS
(Physical demands that must be met in order to successfully complete the essential functions of the job)
Requires ability to speak audibly and listen actively.
Requires ability to use computers, telephones and other office equipment.
Requires ability to sit for extended periods of time.
May require occasional bending and lifting up to 25 pounds.
May require periodic travel.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
Decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees at Howard Brown are
made in a non-discriminatory manner, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex,
marital status, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, age, FMLA status,
or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state or local statutes.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties,
responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and
to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.