Child & Family Therapist (LSW, LPC, MFT) | Part-Time |

Ardent Counseling Center; Oak Brook (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,104 - 75,768; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Hybrid work opportunities

Administrative support team

Job summary

Ardent Counseling Center in Oak Brook is seeking a licensed Child & Family Therapist for a part-time role. The position offers flexible scheduling and administrative support, making it easier to build a rewarding caseload. Candidates need an active Illinois license and a Master’s degree in a relevant field.

Preferred qualifications include experience in child therapy and play therapy training. The practice emphasizes evidence-based interventions and provides a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois license as LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or LSW required.
• 2+ years of child and adolescent therapy experience preferred.
• Strong clinical and documentation skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy to children and adolescents.
• Conduct behavioral health assessments.
• Collaborate with community providers.

Skills

Child and adolescent therapy

Behavioral health assessments

Documentation skills

CBT

Family Systems approaches

Education

Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Child & Family Therapist (Part-Time) – $40-$55 Per Clinical Hour | Flexible Schedule

About the Practice

Ardent Counseling Center is seeking a licensed Child & Family Therapist to join our expanding outpatient mental health practice. This role offers scheduling flexibility, administrative support, established referral sources, and the opportunity to build a rewarding caseload without the burden of running a private practice.

Compensation

• $40.00 to $55.00 per clinical hour

Compensation Basis

• Licensure
• Clinical experience
• Specialty training in child and family therapy

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy to children and adolescents
• Provide family therapy and parent coaching
• Conduct behavioral health assessments
• Develop treatment plans and measurable goals
• Complete progress notes and documentation in the EHR
• Collaborate with schools, physicians, psychiatrists, and community providers
• Utilize evidence-based interventions including CBT, Trauma‑Focused CBT, Play Therapy, Solution‑Focused Therapy, and Family Systems approaches
• Participate in clinical consultation and supervision as appropriate

Preferred Clinical Experience

• Anxiety
• Depression
• ADHD
• Trauma
• Behavioral challenges
• School‑related concerns
• Family conflict
• Adjustment disorders
• Foster care and adoption issues
• DCFS‑involved families

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related field
• Active Illinois license as LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or LSW
• Strong clinical and documentation skills

Preferred

• 2+ years of child and adolescent therapy experience
• Play Therapy training
• Trauma‑informed Care experience
• Experience working with foster care or child welfare populations
• Bilingual Spanish‑speaking clinicians

Why Clinicians Choose Ardent

• Flexible scheduling
• Hybrid work opportunities
• Established referral network
• Administrative support team
• User‑friendly electronic health record
• Strong clinical leadership
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Consistent flow of child and family referrals

Schedule

Part‑time, flexible hours. Afternoon and evening availability preferred. Hybrid options available.

License Requirement

Active Illinois LPC, LSW, LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT license required.

Apply Today

If you are passionate about helping children and families thrive while working within a collaborative and supportive behavioral health organization, we encourage you to apply.