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Therapist/Counselor, Private Practice - Fulltime
About us
Locations: Lincoln Park or Ravenswood | Vibe: Collaborative, Mission-Driven, & Growth-Oriented
Why AMK Counseling?
We are a private practice that believes high-quality mental health care should be both exceptional and accessible. We’ve traded the "clinical silo" for a warm, team-centered environment. Whether you’re working from our offices in Lincoln Park or Ravenswood, you’ll find a supportive team here.
The Role: Impact Meets Growth
We are looking for a passionate clinician (ideally 1–3 years post-grad) who is ready to dive deep into meaningful work with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
What makes us different:
- Equity in Action: We don't just talk about it. Through our nonprofit partnerships, we reserve space for scholarship and sliding-scale therapy, ensuring marginalized communities get the care they deserve.
- Culture of Care: We prioritize your well-being as much as our clients'. By offering a ton of support, access to monthly CEs, a focus on ethical practice and sustainable caseloads.
- Professional Evolution: You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values your clinical voice and supports your long-term professional goals.
Who You Are
- Licensed & Experienced: You hold an active IL license (LCSW, LCPC, LSW, LPC, etc) and have 1–3 years of clinical experience.
- Culturally Responsive: You lead with empathy and a deep understanding of diverse identities and lived experiences.
- Life-Long Learner: You’re hungry for clinical growth and thrive in a collaborative team setting.
- Mission-Aligned: You’re excited about our hybrid model of private practice excellence and community impact.
Ready to join the team?
If you’re looking for a place where your work matters and your voice is heard, we’d love to meet you.
Role Overview
- Maintain a caseload of 23–25 clients per week
- Hybrid work- 3 days in office, 2 days from home
- Provide in-person therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families
- Some evening availability required (no weekends required)
- Complete clinical documentation within 24 hours
- Coordinate care with schools, medical providers, and other collaterals as needed
- Participate in weekly individual and group consultation
- Maintain active professional licensure and ethical standards
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field
- Active Illinois license (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC, etc.)
- 1–3 years of post-graduate clinical experience
- Comfort working with diverse populations and awareness of systemic factors impacting mental health
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to meet in person with clients, including children (must be able to sit on the floor and lift up to 10 lbs)
Preferred Experience
- Experience with behavioral interventions and/or play therapy
- Familiarity with CBT, ACT, DBT, ERP, or related modalities
- Experience with crisis intervention and high-risk situations
- Comfort with EHR systems and teletherapy platforms
- Background in community mental health and/or child welfare is a plus
What We Offer
- Full caseload provided- no marketing or client recruitment required
- Extremely competitive compensation, based on experience and training
- W-2 position with:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO and sick leave
- Paid supervision (individual & group)
- CE stipend and regular in-house CE trainings
- Paid continuing education
- Professional liability insurance
- Work cell phone
- 90% clinical role- administrative support provided
- Allowances for pro-bono and sliding-scale clients
- Licensing exam support (if applicable)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance