Are you passionate about helping women and families? Do you have a desire to work at a faith-based, Christian ministry?
Join the Lutheran Family Service team as a Pregnancy Counseling & Adoption Caseworker in Central Illinois!
In this role, you will:
Help prepare couples for adoption through education and assessment, and assist them through the adoption process, including informational meetings, counseling, screening, home studies, placement, and post-placement follow-up
Provide life-affirming counsel to women and birth families facing unplanned pregnancy, including options counseling, decision-making support, parenting preparedness, adoptive parent selection, case management, and resource connection
Travel to meet with women facing unplanned pregnancy and adopting families in a variety of settings, including in-home, in-office, doctor’s offices, and hospitals
Promote the pregnancy counseling and adoption ministries to healthcare professionals, pregnancy resource centers, school counselors, youth workers, congregations, and at conferences
Maintain an organized, accurate, and complete system of records for all pregnancy counseling and adoption-related work in accordance with Lutheran Family Service policies and procedures
Conduct pregnancy counseling and adoption work consistent with scriptural values and Lutheran Family Service policies
Communicate, coordinate, and inform the Deputy Director of Lutheran Family Service as well as perform other duties as assigned
Benefits:
Flexible schedule to accommodate client, ministry, and personal needs
Meaningful kingdom-of-heaven work helping women choose life and building Christian families through adoption
Ability to use and express your faith to co-workers and to clients when appropriate
Position Requirements:
Bachelor’s of Social Work or related human-services field
Minimum of two years of child placing experience preferred
Availability to work part-time for approximately 20 hours per week
Willing to travel and work unusual hours when a birth and/or adoptive placement is occurring
No record of child abuse or criminal conviction, which would hinder employment
Possess effective communication skills, both expressive and receptive, necessary in both private and public settings, to utilize with individuals and groups
Exhibit proficient organizational skills
Self-motivated to work independently and implement effective time management strategies
Participate actively in professional organizations and associations, representing Lutheran Family Service
Regularly attend Lutheran Family Service meetings and events such as small-group team meetings and all-staff meetings
Attend continuing education opportunities, which could complement and benefit the Lutheran Family Service Pregnancy Counseling and Adoption ministries
Ability to travel up to 3 hours one way from Bloomington / Normal as a hub.
Ministry Requirements:
Have the ability to articulate the guiding principles and statement of belief of Lutheran Family Service and respect and not act contrary to them or the doctrine and teachings of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
Desire to promote life-affirming values from the moment of conception until natural death
Desire to work in a Christian, faith-based organization
If this sounds like a fit for you, send your résumé to:
School-Based Mental Health Counselor / School Partnership Coordinator
Bettendorf, Iowa
School located in Davenport, Iowa
Part-Time | School-Based Position (Full-time option available with additional clinical work at the Bettendorf office)
Do you believe faith belongs in the healing process?
Due to continued growth and increasing demand for faith-integrated mental health services in schools and communities, Lutheran Family Service is expanding our school-based counseling ministry. At Lutheran Family Service, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by integrating Christian faith with evidence-based clinical care while supporting students, families, educators, and school leaders.
Join a trusted, faith-based counseling ministry
Join a Christ-centered organization where your clinical skills, school partnership experience, and personal calling come together to bring hope, healing, and restoration to students, families, and school communities. This role combines counseling, consultation, education, crisis response, and relationship-building to create supportive environments where students can thrive academically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.
A Growing, Thriving Counseling Ministry
Lutheran Family Service is experiencing intentional and sustained growth as demand for faith-integrated mental health care continues to expand across Iowa and the Midwest. Our school partnerships reflect a strong commitment to serving students and families through accessible, compassionate, Christ-centered care. This growth creates opportunities for counselors to join a stable, well-established ministry that is actively building for the future.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Purpose-driven, faith-integrated counseling in a Christian ministry setting
Meaningful work serving students, families, and school communities
Flexible part-time school-based schedule, with full-time potential through additional clinical work
Opportunity to build strong relationships with school leaders, educators, families, and community partners
Professional autonomy to develop services that support student well-being as well as established curriculum to use as needed
Established organizational support, referral pathways, and ministry collaboration
Comprehensive benefits package available for eligible positions, including health insurance, paid holidays, vacation, professional development, and retirement benefits
What You’ll Do
Provide compassionate, high-quality, Christian-centered counseling and mental health support to students and families
Deliver classroom lessons focused on social-emotional learning, emotional regulation, coping skills, and resilience-building from a Christ-centered perspective
Provide brief student check-ins, calm-break support, safety and risk assessments, and crisis response when needed
Conduct mental health assessments, provide individual counseling sessions, and develop treatment plans and goals
Coordinate care with families, schools, and community providers while making referrals when appropriate
Build and maintain strong relationships with school leadership, educators, community partners, and referral sources
Participate in annual partnership planning, program evaluation, and continuous improvement
Maintain appropriate documentation, licensure, ethical standards, and compliance expectations
Support Deaconess and spiritual care initiatives when appropriate
What You Bring
Master’s degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, or a related mental health field
Iowa licensure or eligibility for licensure (supervision available towards licensure and for the right candidate supervision toward degree could be offered)
Experience working with children, adolescents, families, and school communities
Strong communication, consultation, and relationship-building skills
Ability to respond effectively to a wide range of student and family needs, including crisis situations
Strong self-motivation, organization, and time-management skills
A sincere desire to practice in a Christian, faith-based counseling environment
Preferred Qualifications
School-based counseling experience
Training in trauma-informed care
Crisis intervention experience
Experience in faith-based settings
Knowledge of insurance-based mental health services
Join Our Mission
If you’re looking for more than just a job—and want a career that aligns with your faith, values, and professional goals—we invite you to join Lutheran Family Service and be part of a ministry that transforms lives through school-based care, counseling, and community partnership.
If this sounds like a fit for you, send your résumé to:
Cassie Beltz [email protected]
2370 Merino Avenue
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Phone: (515) 251-4900
Fax: (515) 251-7311
Licensed Outpatient Therapist – Mental Health & Marriage Counseling
Rapid City, SD
Bettendorf, IA
Fort Dodge, IA
Sioux Falls, SD
Des Moines, IA Metro Area
Waterloo / Cedar Falls / Waverly, IA
Do you believe faith belongs in the healing process?
Due to continued growth and increasing demand for faith-integrated mental health services, Lutheran Family Service is expanding our counseling ministry. At Lutheran Family Service, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by integrating Christian faith with evidence-based clinical care—while building a career that offers flexibility, autonomy, and strong earning potential.
Join a trusted, faith-based counseling ministry where your clinical skills and personal calling come together to bring hope, healing, and restoration to individuals, couples, and families across the Midwest.
A Growing, Thriving Counseling Ministry
Lutheran Family Service is experiencing intentional and sustained growth as demand for faith-integrated mental health care continues to expand across the Midwest. Our increasing number of counseling positions reflects a strong referral base, expanding community partnerships, and a long-term commitment to investing in clinicians and the communities we serve. This growth creates opportunities for therapists to join a stable, well-established ministry that is actively building for the future.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Purpose-driven, faith-integrated counseling in a Christian ministry setting
Excellent income potential
Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities
Professional autonomy to develop and market your clinical specialties
Established organizational support and referral network
Join a growing ministry with a long-term vision for expanded counseling services
Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid holidays, and vacation
What You’ll Do
Provide compassionate, high-quality, Christian-centered therapy to individuals, couples, and families (in person and via telehealth)
Respond effectively to a wide range of clinical needs, including crisis situations
Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners and referral sources
Manage your own schedule while meeting clinical and organizational expectations
Maintain licensure, ethical standards, and insurance credentialing (with agency support)
Participate in quarterly staff meetings and ministry collaboration
What You Bring
Master’s or doctoral degree in a mental health–related field
Independent licensure in Iowa or South Dakota (LISW, LMHC, or LMFT)
Ability to serve diverse populations with compassion and professionalism
Strong self-motivation, organization, and time-management skills
A sincere desire to practice in a Christian, faith-based counseling environment
Join Our Mission
If you’re looking for more than just a job—and want a career that aligns with your faith, values, and professional goals—we invite you to join Lutheran Family Service and be part of a ministry that transforms lives.
If this sounds like a fit for you, send your résumé to:
Cassie Beltz [email protected]
2370 Merino Avenue
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Phone: (515) 251-4900
Fax: (515) 251-7311
Fully Remote Licensed Outpatient Therapist – Mental Health & Marriage Counseling
Fully Remote
Do you believe faith belongs in the healing process?
Due to continued growth and increasing demand for faith-integrated mental health services, Lutheran Family Service is expanding our counseling ministry. At Lutheran Family Service, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by integrating Christian faith with evidence-based clinical care—while building a career that offers flexibility, autonomy, and strong earning potential.
Join a trusted, faith-based counseling ministry where your clinical skills and personal calling come together to bring hope, healing, and restoration to LCMS Church Workers, their wives, and families in the Midwest.
A Growing, Thriving Counseling Ministry
Lutheran Family Service is experiencing intentional and sustained growth as demand for faith-integrated mental health care continues to expand across the Midwest. Our increasing number of counseling positions reflects a strong referral base, expanding community partnerships, and a long-term commitment to investing in clinicians and the communities we serve. This growth creates opportunities for therapists to join a stable, well-established ministry that is actively building for the future.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Fully Remote Position
Purpose-driven, faith-integrated counseling in a Christian ministry setting
Excellent income potential
Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities
Professional autonomy to develop and market your clinical specialties
Established organizational support and referral network
Join a financially sound, growing ministry with a long-term vision for expanded counseling services
Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid holidays, and vacation
What You’ll Do
Provide compassionate, high-quality, Christian-centered therapy to LCMS Church Workers, spouses, and families.
Respond effectively to a wide range of clinical needs, including crisis situations
Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners and referral sources
Manage your own schedule while meeting clinical and organizational expectations
Maintain licensure, ethical standards, and insurance credentialing (with agency support)
Participate in quarterly staff meetings and ministry collaboration
What You Bring
Master’s or doctoral degree in a mental health–related field
Independent licensure in Iowa, Ohio and / or Minnesota (LISW, LMHC, or LMFT) and / or a willingness to become licensed in Iowa (reciprocal licensing laws apply)
Ability to serve a specific population of LCMS Church Workers & families with compassion and professionalism
Strong self-motivation, organization, and time-management skills
A sincere desire to practice in a Christian, faith-based counseling environment
Join Our Mission
If you’re looking for more than just a job—and want a career that aligns with your faith, values, and professional goals—we invite you to join Lutheran Family Service and be part of a ministry that transforms lives.
If this sounds like a fit for you, send your résumé to:
Cassie Beltz [email protected]
2370 Merino Avenue
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Phone: (515) 251-4900
Fax: (515) 251-7311
