Christian Therapist

H14 Counseling; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

H14 Counseling in Tinley Park, IL is seeking a Christian-based Mental Health Therapist to provide compassionate, evidence-based counseling that aligns clinical psychology with a Christian worldview. You will assess, treat, and monitor individuals, couples, families, and adolescents, while maintaining ethical standards and coordinating with healthcare partners.

Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, crisis intervention when needed, and ongoing risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or a closely related field.
• Current Illinois LCPC preferred, or LPC actively working toward full clinical licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling to individuals, couples, families, and adolescents.
• Integrate clinical psychology with a Christian worldview in treatment.
• Conduct assessments including suicide risk assessments and safety evaluations.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans based on assessment and goals.
• Collaborate with other health professionals when appropriate.
• Maintain compliant documentation: treatment plans, progress notes, assessments, and required records.
• Provide in-person and telehealth counseling and participate in outreach/marketing efforts.

Education

Master's degree in Clinical Psychology / Counseling / Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Licensed or licensure track (LCPC/LPC)

Job description

Christian Mental Health Therapist - Position Summary

Provide compassionate, evidence-based counseling that integrates sound clinical psychology with a Christian worldview. Therapists will counsel, support, and empower individuals to achieve optimal emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual well-being while maintaining the highest standards of ethical and professional practice.

Primary Responsibilities

• Integrate principles of clinical psychology with a Christian worldview while providing ethical, evidence-based mental health treatment.
• Foster a safe, supportive therapeutic environment that encourages clients to express their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences, promoting greater self-awareness and relational insight.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, including suicide risk assessments and ongoing evaluations of client safety.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessment, diagnosis, and client goals.
• Provide counseling to individuals, couples, families, and adolescents to address emotional, behavioral, relational, and mental health concerns.
• Teach practical coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, communication skills, and healthy behavioral changes that support long-term growth.
• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services when clinically indicated.
• Evaluate client progress and modify treatment approaches as needed to ensure effective care and positive therapeutic outcomes.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, primary care providers, schools, and other healthcare professionals when appropriate to coordinate client care.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation, including treatment plans, progress notes, diagnostic assessments, and all state and federally required records.
• Prepare clinical reports and other documentation as necessary.
• Discuss discharge planning and assist clients in preparing for successful transition following therapy.
• Stay current with developments in the counseling profession through continuing education, professional literature, conferences, and consultation.
• Develop knowledge of community mental health resources and referral options to better serve clients.
• Participate in outreach and marketing efforts that support practice growth and increase community awareness of services.
• Provide both in-person and telehealth counseling services.

Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or a closely related field.
• Current Illinois LCPC preferred, or LPC actively working toward full clinical licensure.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of clinical counseling experience with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and/or families preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong therapeutic relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication skills, and organizational abilities.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.
• Willingness to participate in community outreach and marketing initiatives to help expand the practice.
• Ability to provide both in-person and telehealth counseling services. Faith & Mission Alignment