Child & Adolescent Therapist — Flexible Schedule (Private Practice)

Ellie Mental Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time W-2 compensation

Paid PTO & Holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

Disability insurance (short-term &

401(k) plan

CEU reimbursement

Licensure renewal reimbursement

Scheduling flexibility

Team building activities

Job summary

Ellie Mental Health in the Chicago Western Suburbs (Downers Grove, Oak Brook & Itasca) is seeking licensed mental health clinicians to deliver evidence-based therapy and to join a multi-location private practice built on core values.

We prioritize Creativity, Humor, Acceptance, Determination, Compassion & Authenticity, and offer work-life balance, flexible scheduling, a warm office, and robust support from client care and billing teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in behavioral sciences or related field and on track to obtain licensure.
• Clinical licensure (LMFT, LCPC, LCSW, etc) or pursuing licensure.
• Experience with completing DAs, treatment plans and clinical case notes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients.
• Timely documentation of services and other required documents.
• Comfort working with a diverse client base.
• Proficiency with office tech and EHR systems; Valant experience a plus.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate mental health diagnoses and create/adjust treatment plans with ongoing documentation.
• Maintain a minimum caseload for full-time clinicians (27 visits per week; monthly target 110 sessions).
• Use creativity in interventions to help clients reach goals.
• Prepare and submit session documentation per guidelines.
• Coordinate services with family, school, and medical staff as needed.
• Attend and participate in clinical staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Effective communication

Client boundaries

Documentation skills

Adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in behavioral sciences

Tools

Valant EHR

Job description

Ellie Mental Health in the Chicago Western Suburbs (Downers Grove, Oak Brook & Itasca) is seeking licensed mental health clinicians to deliver evidence-based therapy and to join a multi-location private practice built on core values.

We prioritize Creativity, Humor, Acceptance, Determination, Compassion & Authenticity, and offer work-life balance, flexible scheduling, a warm office, and robust support from client care and billing teams.