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Child Therapist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's psychologist and social worker categories, depending on your credentials and the employer's job description. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry or a U.S. consulate without a cap. Mexican citizens require a consular visa with a limited annual allocation.
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Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference. LSSI is hiring a full-time Therapeutic Foster Care Child Therapist. The schedule varies.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for providing the full range of therapeutic services to children in the Treatment Foster Care Program in accordance with the integrated assessment, permanency plan, and assessed therapeutic needs of the child as well as provide services within the context of an evidence-based model of treatment foster care for children and their families, using a trauma-informed approach.
Benefits And Perks
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:
- On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
- Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
- Salary $32-$37/Hourly.
- Opportunity for advancement.
- Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
- The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!
Essential Functions
- Responsible for providing the full range of therapeutic services to children in the Treatment Foster Care Program in accordance with the integrated assessment, permanency plan, and assessed therapeutic needs of the child as well as provide services within the context of an evidence-based model of treatment foster care for children and their families, using a trauma-informed approach.
- Provide comprehensive, Medicaid compliant, assessment of client’s therapeutic needs.
- Develop individualized, Medicaid compliant, treatment plan, in conjunction with TFC Team, child and family. Ensuring to take into consideration the reasons the child/family are involved in the child welfare system, past and current safety and risk concerns, and the permanency/step-down service plan for the child/family and allows all members of the team to submit Medicaid billing.
- Provide direct counseling and therapeutic services to children in the Treatment Foster Care Program as indicated by the assessment and treatment plan.
- Therapeutic interventions will include supportive therapy for the child, behavioral management interventions with the child, prosocial skill development, school-based interventions/support, and applying principles from social learning theory, development psychology, trauma informed care.
- Complete and submit all required reports, documentation and Medicaid billing accurately and timely as required by the agency and funding sources. Includes the completion of written session notes and reports detailing client’s progress as required by applicable policies/procedures and/or when required by juvenile court.
- Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individuals in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in social work or other related field required.
- Background check clearance, both criminal and CANTS required.
- Holds the licensed clinical social work (LCSW) credential or its equivalent or is eligible for a clinical license and working toward completion.
- IM+ CANTS certified or available to participate in training and certification.
- Training in Treatment Foster Care of Oregon (TFCO) model or available to participate in TCO training after hired.
- Certified in trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy (TF-CTB) or available to participate in TF CTB training and certification.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing, including completing documentation in organization’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Experience providing services using a team approach; demonstrated ability to motivate children, their families, and foster parents to participate in a highly detailed treatment model preferred.
- Knowledge of DSM-V and its applications.
- Excellent organization, presentation and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.
- Valid drivers license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
- Access to reliable transportation.
- Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage required.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference. LSSI is hiring a full-time Therapeutic Foster Care Child Therapist. The schedule varies.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for providing the full range of therapeutic services to children in the Treatment Foster Care Program in accordance with the integrated assessment, permanency plan, and assessed therapeutic needs of the child as well as provide services within the context of an evidence-based model of treatment foster care for children and their families, using a trauma-informed approach.
Benefits And Perks
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:
- On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
- Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
- Salary $32-$37/Hourly.
- Opportunity for advancement.
- Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
- The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!
Essential Functions
- Responsible for providing the full range of therapeutic services to children in the Treatment Foster Care Program in accordance with the integrated assessment, permanency plan, and assessed therapeutic needs of the child as well as provide services within the context of an evidence-based model of treatment foster care for children and their families, using a trauma-informed approach.
- Provide comprehensive, Medicaid compliant, assessment of client’s therapeutic needs.
- Develop individualized, Medicaid compliant, treatment plan, in conjunction with TFC Team, child and family. Ensuring to take into consideration the reasons the child/family are involved in the child welfare system, past and current safety and risk concerns, and the permanency/step-down service plan for the child/family and allows all members of the team to submit Medicaid billing.
- Provide direct counseling and therapeutic services to children in the Treatment Foster Care Program as indicated by the assessment and treatment plan.
- Therapeutic interventions will include supportive therapy for the child, behavioral management interventions with the child, prosocial skill development, school-based interventions/support, and applying principles from social learning theory, development psychology, trauma informed care.
- Complete and submit all required reports, documentation and Medicaid billing accurately and timely as required by the agency and funding sources. Includes the completion of written session notes and reports detailing client’s progress as required by applicable policies/procedures and/or when required by juvenile court.
- Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individuals in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in social work or other related field required.
- Background check clearance, both criminal and CANTS required.
- Holds the licensed clinical social work (LCSW) credential or its equivalent or is eligible for a clinical license and working toward completion.
- IM+ CANTS certified or available to participate in training and certification.
- Training in Treatment Foster Care of Oregon (TFCO) model or available to participate in TCO training after hired.
- Certified in trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy (TF-CTB) or available to participate in TF CTB training and certification.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing, including completing documentation in organization’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Experience providing services using a team approach; demonstrated ability to motivate children, their families, and foster parents to participate in a highly detailed treatment model preferred.
- Knowledge of DSM-V and its applications.
- Excellent organization, presentation and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.
- Valid drivers license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
- Access to reliable transportation.
- Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage required.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Child Therapist
Verify your credential category before applying
TN eligibility for Child Therapists depends on whether your role is classified under psychologist or social worker. Confirm your licensure matches the USMCA category your employer will use before submitting a single application.
Target employers with behavioral health billing infrastructure
Outpatient clinics, school districts, and hospital systems that bill insurance for mental health services are structured to sponsor TN workers. They have HR teams familiar with immigration paperwork, unlike private solo practices that rarely do.
Translate your provincial or national license before interviewing
Canadian therapists often hold licenses from bodies like the CRPO or CCPA. U.S. hiring managers need a credential equivalency letter showing your licensure maps to a state-recognized standard before they'll initiate TN sponsorship paperwork.
Search TN-specific job listings through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Child Therapist listings by TN visa sponsorship, so you're not cold-applying to employers who've never filed a TN petition. Start your search there to avoid wasting time on roles that won't move forward.
Use the support letter to resolve degree field mismatches
If your degree is in counseling psychology rather than clinical psychology, your employer's support letter must explicitly connect your academic background to the TN job duties. A vague letter is the most common reason CBP requests additional documentation.
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Find Child Therapist JobsChild Therapist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Child Therapist role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, but the qualifying USMCA category depends on your credentials and how the employer defines the role. Positions requiring a master's degree in social work typically fall under the social worker category. Roles requiring a doctoral degree in psychology fall under psychologist. Your employer must match the job description to the correct TN category, or CBP can deny entry at the border.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Child Therapist roles?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be approved the same day at a U.S. port of entry. H-1B requires a lottery registration each March, a months-long filing process, and significant employer costs. For Child Therapists who qualify under USMCA, TN is a faster and more predictable path, though it does not lead directly to a green card the way H-1B can.
Can Mexican Child Therapists use the TN visa the same way Canadians can?
Not exactly. Canadian citizens can apply directly at a port of entry or a U.S. consulate without a cap. Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate abroad and are subject to a 5,500 annual visa allocation under USMCA. Consular appointment availability and wait times add additional planning time for Mexican applicants compared to Canadians.
How do I find Child Therapist employers that sponsor TN visas?
Most general job searches don't filter by visa sponsorship type, which means a lot of wasted applications. Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface Child Therapist roles from employers who sponsor TN visas, so you can focus on opportunities that are actually viable for your immigration status rather than guessing from a standard listing.
What documents does my employer need to sponsor my TN visa as a Child Therapist?
Your employer needs to provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead that confirms your job title, duties, the TN category being used, your start date, and a statement that you meet the USMCA professional qualifications. You'll need to bring that letter, your degree transcripts, your current license, and a valid Canadian or Mexican passport to your border crossing or consular appointment.
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