Mental Health Professional

Position Title: Mental Health Professional (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LCPC, or Psychologist)
Location: [Clinic Name], [City], Illinois
Employment Type: [Full-Time / Part-Time / 1099 Contractor]
Reports To: Clinical Director / Mental Health Director / CEO

Position Summary

The Mental Health Professional at [Clinic Name] provides high-quality, evidence-based therapy and mental health services to individuals, couples, and/or families. This role supports the emotional and psychological well-being of clients while collaborating with other members of the clinic’s interdisciplinary wellness team. The ideal candidate is compassionate, ethical, and aligned with a holistic approach to care, considering the connection between mental, physical, and emotional health.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide individual, couples, or family psychotherapy using evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, EMDR, etc.)
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with HIPAA and IDFPR standards
• Support clients in goal setting, emotional regulation, trauma recovery, and behavior change
• Monitor progress and modify treatment plans as needed

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Coordinate care with other providers at the clinic, such as massage therapists, fitness trainers, nutritionists, and medical professionals
• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and integrative wellness planning
• Refer clients to internal or external resources when appropriate

Compliance & Ethics

• Adhere to all applicable legal and ethical standards, including IDFPR, HIPAA, and professional licensing board requirements
• Stay current with required continuing education and clinical best practices
• Maintain professional liability insurance

Client Engagement & Accessibility

• Foster a supportive, inclusive, and trauma-informed therapeutic environment
• Offer telehealth or in-person sessions based on client needs and clinic capabilities
• Maintain cultural humility and sensitivity across diverse populations and mental health concern

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related mental health field
• Active Illinois license (e.g., LPC, LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, or Licensed Clinical Psychologist)
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and clinical documentation skills
• Commitment to holistic, person-centered, and inclusive care

Preferred:

• Experience in an integrative or multidisciplinary clinic setting
• Training in specialized modalities (e.g., EMDR, somatic therapy, trauma-informed care)
• Familiarity with EHR platforms (e.g., SimplePractice, TherapyNotes, JaneApp)
• Comfort working with populations such as adolescents, BIPOC clients, LGBTQ+ individuals, or clients with chronic conditions

Core Competencies

• Clinical judgment and ethical decision-making
• Empathy, communication, and emotional intelligence
• Cultural competency and trauma-informed practice
• Collaboration and integrative teamwork
• Adaptability and client engagement

Working Conditions

• On-site or hybrid role based in [City], Illinois
• Flexible scheduling, including evenings or weekends as needed
• Private, furnished office space (if in-person)
• Telehealth systems supported and HIPAA-compliant

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $[XX – XX/session] or salary based on contract type and credentials
• Benefits may include:
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Professional development or CEU reimbursement
  • Wellness stipends or service discounts
  • Clinical supervision (if applicable)
  • Team events and case consultation opportunities