Therapist

VOA Illinois; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

403(b) retirement plan with employer 0

Job summary

VOA Illinois is seeking a compassionate, client-centered Therapist to provide behavioral health support and programming for community members. This role uses a trauma-informed approach to help clients build trust and emotional well-being through in-person and virtual services.

The position requires a Master's degree in social work, counseling, or psychology, at least 1 year of post-graduate clinical experience (or 4 years combined pre/post-grad), and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, or psychology or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year post-graduate clinical experience, or 4 years combined pre/post-graduate experience.
• Strong communication, collaboration, group facilitation, and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and create inclusive environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• LPC or LSW preferred; license-eligible candidates will be considered.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed behavioral health support to clients in a safe, supportive environment.
• Build trusting relationships that encourage engagement and emotional growth.
• Assess client needs, monitor progress, and share updates with supervisors.
• Use active listening, therapeutic communication, and de-escalation strategies when supporting clients.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic record systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

De-escalation skills

Group facilitation

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Master's degree in social work, counseling, or psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Location: 3053 W. Franklin Blvd Chicago, IL 60612

Schedule: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary: $55,000–$66,000 annually, based on experience

Program Overview

VOA Illinois is seeking a compassionate, client-centered Therapist to provide behavioral health support and programming for community members. This role uses a trauma-informed approach to help clients build trust, strengthen emotional well-being, and connect with supportive resources through in-person and virtual services.

What You’ll Do

• Provide trauma-informed behavioral health support to clients in a safe, supportive environment.
• Build trusting relationships that encourage engagement, openness, and emotional growth.
• Assess client needs, monitor progress, and share updates with supervisors.
• Use active listening, therapeutic communication, and de-escalation strategies when supporting clients.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic record systems.

What We’re Looking For

• Master's degree in social work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of post-graduate experience with demonstrated clinical experience, or a combination of 4 years of pre- and post-graduate experience
• Strong communication, collaboration, group facilitation, and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and create inclusive, supportive environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• LPC or LSW preferred; license-eligible candidates will also be considered.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.
• Based at the Downtown Elgin office with community-based travel.
• Services may be provided virtually, in office, or in agreed-upon community settings.
• Work-from-home eligibility after 6 months, one day out of the week

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and EAP.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Early access to earned wages through Payactiv.

VOA Illinois provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for applicants with disabilities upon request. Please contact [e-mail] for further inquiries.