Senior Child & Family Therapist - Private Pay + Benefits

IFC; River Forest (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Paid time off

Maternity leave

Employer-matched retirement plan

Paid CEUs and professional development

Supervision toward Play Therapy Cert.

Liability insurance covered

Play therapy office

Administrative support

Electronic medical records

Peer consultation community

Opportunity to mentor and teach

Job summary

IFC is seeking an experienced Child and Family Therapist for a private-pay practice in River Forest, IL. You will carry a caseload of pediatric clients and young adults, delivering individual and family psychotherapy within a supportive clinical community.

We value trauma-informed, anti-racist practice and collaboration with schools and other providers. The role requires evenings/weekends and a long-term commitment to a clinical home with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Illinois with at least 2+ years post-licensure experience with children and families.
• Experience treating ages 18 months to young adult and presenting concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD.
• Trauma-informed, systemic lens and inclusive clinical framework required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family psychotherapy for pediatric clients and young adults.
• Collaborate with schools, psychiatrists, and outside providers.
• Attend case consultations, supervision, and contribute clinical insight.
• Build and maintain a full caseload through referrals and outreach.
• Engage families with parent coaching and behavior support.
• Attend IEP meetings when needed with parent consent.
• Maintain clear communication with families and referral sources.
• Deliver high-quality care within a private-pay practice model.

Skills

Licensing in IL (LCSW/LCPC/LMFT/PsyD)

Pediatric client experience

Trauma-informed approach

Anti-racist / anti-oppressive practice

Job description

IFC is seeking an experienced Child and Family Therapist for a private-pay practice in River Forest, IL. You will carry a caseload of pediatric clients and young adults, delivering individual and family psychotherapy within a supportive clinical community.

We value trauma-informed, anti-racist practice and collaboration with schools and other providers. The role requires evenings/weekends and a long-term commitment to a clinical home with growth opportunities.