Clinical Counselor - Part Time

Westside Children's Therapy; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays

Competitive hourly rates $55–$68

Job summary

Westside Children's Therapy seeks a licensed clinician to provide family therapy for parents of children 3+ and individual therapy for children 5+. You will perform initial assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide psychoeducation to families in a collaborative team.

Required: Master’s degree in counseling or social work from CACREP/CSWE accredited program and IL LCPC or LCSW license, with prior experience with children and families. Schedule: 3–7 pm, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Provide family therapy for parents of children ages 3+
• Conduct initial assessments and develop treatment plans
• Provide psychoeducation to clients and families

Responsibilities

• Provide family therapy for parents of children ages 3+ with verbal communication skills, and provide individual one-on-one therapy with children ages 5+, pending clinical evaluation
• Perform initial assessments, behavioral observations, and both short- and long-term interventions while developing individualized treatment plans
• Provide psychoeducation to clients and families while collaborating with internal team members and other disciplines to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care
• Serve as a clinical supervisor to LPC/MSW level prepared team member

Skills

Family therapy

Psychoeducation

Clinical assessment

Education

Master’s degree in counseling or social work (CACREP/CSWE accredited)

Job description

Why Join Westside?At Westside, our Clinical Counselors have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the full spectrum of child, adolescent, and family mental health. In a supportive and collaborative environment, our clinicians empower kids, teens, and parents to communicate effectively, develop healthy coping strategies, and navigate life’s emotional challenges through individualized, evidence-based practices.Perks & Benefits:Competitive Hourly Rates: $55–$68 per hour, based on skills and experienceAccess Benefits: including Medical, Dental, and Vision, based on eligibility401(k) with Company MatchEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation, Sick Days & HolidaysFun, Collaborative Culture: team events, celebrations, and supportive leadershipWhat You’ll Do:Provide family therapy for parents of children ages 3+ with verbal communication skills, and provide individual one-on-one therapy with children ages 5+, pending clinical evaluationPerform initial assessments, behavioral observations, and both short- and long-term interventions while developing individualized treatment plansProvide psychoeducation to clients and families while collaborating with internal team members and other disciplines to ensure coordinated, comprehensive careServe as a clinical supervisor to LPC/MSW level prepared team memberWhat We’re Looking For:Master’s degree in counseling or social work from a CACREP/CSWE accredited universityLCPC or LCSW licensure in the state of IllinoisPrior experience working with children and familiesWhat Makes You a Great Fit:You are passionate for supporting children, teens, and families through emotional, social, and behavioral challengesYou adapt your communication style to each child’s developmental level, including using nonverbal strategies when needed, to ensure children feel understood and supportedYou bring strong clinical judgment and the ability to tailor interventions to each child’s unique needsYou are committed to ongoing learning, clinical excellence, and contributing to a positive, family-centered therapy experienceYou can support the following work schedule:Work Schedule: 3 - 7 pm Monday through Friday