UNLICENSED COUNSELOR (MASTER’S LEVEL)

Family First Center; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

A local community health service in Waukegan, IL is seeking a Master’s-level Unlicensed Counselor for a contract role. The position offers supervised hours toward LPC licensure while providing trauma-informed counseling to diverse client populations. Responsibilities include offering individual counseling, maintaining documentation, and partaking in supervision. Candidates should have a Master’s degree or be currently enrolled in a relevant program and demonstrate commitment to client-centered practices.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or current enrollment in relevant field.
• Eligible for LPC supervision hours.
• Commitment to trauma-informed and client-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling services under supervision.
• Maintain clinical documentation.
• Participate in supervision and trainings.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Communication skills

Client-centered care

Coping skills development

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Family First Center of Lake County Unlicensed Counselor (Master’s Level) (Internship / Practicum / LPC Hour Accrual – 700 Hours) Waukegan, IL·Remote·Contractor Company website Apply for Unlicensed Counselor (Master’s Level) (Internship / Practicum / LPC Hour Accrual – 700 Hours)

Join our team as a Master’s-level contract counselor to gain supervised hours toward LPC licensure. Provide trauma-informed, client-centered counseling to children, adolescents, and adults in Lake County, Illinois, while developing clinical skills and building experience under licensed supervision.

About Family First Center of Lake County

Family First Center provides comprehensive behavioral health, case management, and community-based programming designed to improve access, stability, and well-being for families across Lake County. Services include individual therapy, case management, youth programming, community events, and resource navigation.Mission Statement“To nurture, educate, and provide opportunities within the community by placing emphasis on rebuilding the family, repairing division, and developing strategies to empower change to create a strong family support system.”

Description

About the Role

This role is ideal for Master’s-level clinicians seeking supervised hours toward LPC licensure. The counselor will provide individual counseling under supervision while developing clinical skills in trauma-informed, client-centered care for children, adolescents, and adults.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling services under clinical supervision
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in supervision and required training sessions
• Adhere to ethical, legal, and organizational standards
• Support clients in developing coping skills and resilience

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or current enrollment) in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
• Eligible for practicum, internship, or post-graduate LPC supervision hours
• Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and client-centered care
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexible schedule based on supervision availability
• Opportunities to gain hands-on clinical experience under licensed supervision
• Exposure to diverse client populations and trauma-informed practices
• Supportive environment for skill-building and professional growth