What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Therapist position at DBT Institute of Central Illinois?
Location: Bloomington-Normal, ILPractice: DBT Institute of Central Illinois (DBTICI)
DBT Institute of Central Illinois is a collaborative, evidence-based psychotherapy practice serving adolescents and adults.As the only Comprehensive DBT program in Central Illinois, we take pride in delivering adherent DBT as well as a variety of other effective therapeutic approaches.
We are expanding our clinical team and currently seeking:
- DBT Therapist (Comprehensive DBT Track)
- Psychotherapist – Evidence-Based Therapy (Non-DBT Track)
Ideal Candidate: A motivated, confident, and compassionate clinician who is eager to provide adherent DBT within a supportive, growth-oriented team. Previous DBT experience is a plus, but willingness to learn adherent DBT is required.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individual DBT therapy and co-facilitate DBT skills groups
- Maintain an individual caseload (may include some non-DBT clients)
- Participate in consultation team and receive ongoing DBT supervision
Ideal Candidate:A clinician who enjoys outpatient work and delivering evidence-based treatments such as CBT, ACT, ERP, and trauma-focused therapies — without the requirement to participate in the full DBT program.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individual therapy using evidence-based modalities
- Build a caseload aligned with your areas of interest and specialization
- Collaborate with our team and refer internally for DBT when appropriate
- Active LCSW or LCPC in Illinois (associate-level licenses welcome)
- Commitment to evidence-based, ethical clinical care
- Strong interpersonal skills and enthusiasm for professional growth
- DBT Track: Training in DBT or willingness to learn adherent DBT
- Availability for afternoon/evening hours 2–3x per week preferred
Clinical Hours: Full-time is 25 clinical hours/week
- DBT Track: Includes DBT groups and consultation team participation
- Non-DBT Track: Groups optional; flexible focus based on modality
- Competitive W-2 employment
- Medical Insurance, BCBS
- Retirement plan
- Flexible scheduling
- Administrative, billing, and credentialing support
- Networking and referral support
- DBT Track: Supervision with a DBT-LBC Certified clinician and formal DBT training opportunities
If you’re ready to grow in private practice within a supportive, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.