Therapist

CHICAGO COUNSELING CENTER, P.C.; Buffalo Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match up to 4%

15 days PTO per calendar year

40 hours paid sick time per calendar y

Paid non-clinical work (supervision,培训

Job summary

Chicago Counseling Center, P.C. in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking a full-time therapist to deliver intake assessments and individual psychotherapy.

The role includes developing treatment plans, coordinating care with other providers, and maintaining clinical documentation. Some telehealth and remote administrative work are available as part of a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Current or eligible licensure in Illinois (LCPC/LCSW/LMFT or equivalent).
• Experience providing psychotherapy in outpatient or similar settings; comfort with telehealth and hybrid work.

Responsibilities

• Provide intake assessments and individual psychotherapy to clients.
• Develop and monitor treatment plans; adjust as needed.
• Coordinate care with other providers and participate in supervision.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation; ensure confidentiality and ethics.
• Engage in ongoing education and evidence-based practices.

Skills

OCD & anxiety expertise

Individual therapy

Telehealth experience

Case management

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling/Social Work/Psychology

Job description

Company Description

Chicago Counseling Center is an outpatient therapy practice dedicated to providing compassionate, ethical, and specialized care for individuals struggling with OCD, complex anxiety, trauma, and related disorders. Since 2012, our team of expert clinicians utilizes evidence-based treatments to empower clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth. It is our hope to provide the best environment for both our clinicians and patients to thrive. This year, in 2026, we expanded our services to Buffalo Grove, where we can provide quality evidenced-based care that is accessible to those Chicago’s north suburbs.

Role Description

The Therapist will provide direct clinical services, including intake assessments and individual psychotherapy to clients in Buffalo Grove, IL. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing treatment plans, maintaining timely and accurate clinical documentation, coordinating care with other providers, and participating in case consultation or supervision as needed. The role involves using evidence-based interventions, monitoring client progress, and adapting treatment to meet each client’s unique needs. This is a full-time, hybrid position, with primary work based in Buffalo Grove, IL and some work-from-home flexibility for telehealth sessions and related administrative tasks. Applicants with interest in working with couples and families will be given special consideration.

Qualifications/Job Requirements

• Interest in working with OCD and anxiety disorders is required, as this is the specialty of the practice
• Clinical skills in conducting mental health assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing individual and/or couples and family therapy.
• Strong ability in building therapeutic rapport, maintaining professional boundaries, and practicing trauma-informed, culturally responsive care.
• Proficiency in maintaining clinical documentation, using electronic health records, and adhering to legal, ethical, and confidentiality standards.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills to work with clients, colleagues, and community partners.
• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field; current or eligible licensure in Illinois (e.g., LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent).
• Experience providing psychotherapy in outpatient or similar settings; comfort with telehealth platforms and hybrid work arrangements.
• Commitment to continuing education, supervision/consultation participation, and staying current with evidence-based practices.
• Clinicians with full licensure and an existing caseload are strongly preferred.
• Experience and willingness to work with children is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work up to and maintain a caseload of 25+ client sessions per week.

• Competitive compensation with split percentage of insurance reimbursement/private pay. Split is commensurate with experience
• Quarterly bonus for maintaining average of 25+ sessions per week
• Eligibility for profit share
• Medical health insurance through Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and Choice PPO plans available)
• 401k contribution with employer match up to 4%
• 15 days of PTO per calendar year
• 40 hours of paid sick time per calendar year
• Opportunities for paid non-clinical work, such as providing supervision, attending conferences, networking events
• Free supervision towards full licensure (if applicable)
• Furnished office space
• Steady stream of referrals
• Billing and most administrative tasks completed for you by practice manager and intake
• Access to resources and trainings
• Chance to be part of team that is very experienced and passionate about treating OCD and anxiety disorders
• Team dinners and activities (coming soon!)