Clinical Psychology Postdoctoral Fellow

Job Summary

River North Counseling Group is seeking a full-time Post-doctoral fellow in psychology, starting Summer 2026. The Post-Doc position is a supervised, 12-month, full-time salaried position that has the potential to become a long term permanent staff position.

River North Counseling Group, LLC is a boutique private practice that focuses on direct solution based treatment for adults and adolescents, couples and families. We specialize in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, personality and adjustment disorders. We utilize scientifically proven treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness and Behavioral Activation, which have been the most effective in reducing symptoms and improving quality of life.
Our ideal candidate is a self-starting individual with a strong work ethic, sense of humor, who is passionate about the work, highly organized and goal directed. We strive to create and maintain a collegial environment based on respect and excellent communication. We foster and support an entrepreneurial spirit and encourage our clinicians to think outside the box and to achieve professional goals.Job Description: The Post-Doc will provide psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. An average of approximately 25-30 clinical hours per week is expected. The Post-Doc will also collaborate with other clinicians inside the practice as well as with referring psychiatrists, schools and families as clinically indicated. Evening hours and Saturdays are expected.Compensation and Benefits: This is a salaried position of $65,000 including full healthcare benefits with BCBS PPO, Paid Time Off, 401K, Professional Liability Insurance, protected time to study for the EPPP as well as test reimbursement (Once passed). Our hope is that this post-doc position would grow into a Full Time permanent position. Weekly supervision will be provided. There is a high level of income potential in a fee-for-service practice with consistent referrals from collaborating psychiatrists. Minimum qualifications:Applicants must have completed all requirements for a doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology and completed a pre-doctoral internship (PsyD or PhD). Applicants must be eligible to sit for licensure in the State of Illinois by the end of postdoctoral training. Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and 3 references in application, as well as preferred start date.

To be considered for the position applicants must submit the following materials electronically or via mail:

• Cover letter outlining interest in the position and addressing how you meet the specific job requirements and a specific preferred start date.
• A current CV
• Names and contact information (including address, telephone number, and e-mail) of three professional references.

Pay: $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Education:

• Doctorate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person