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Position: Outpatient Therapist (LCSW or LPC) - 100% Remote - Illinois License Required
Licensure: Active LCSW or LPC license in Illinois required
Compensation: Starting at $83,000/year (W2)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week | Fully Remote – CST (U.S. Only)
Licensure: Active LCSW or LPC license in Illinois required
Compensation: Starting at $83,000/year (W2)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week | Fully Remote – CST (U.S. Only)
Are you a compassionate, experienced therapist looking to make a meaningful impact from the comfort of your home? Iris Telehealth is dedicated to expanding access to high-quality mental health care while supporting our clinicians with the tools, community, and work-life balance they need to thrive.
We’re currently hiring Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) and Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) to provide virtual outpatient therapy for patients ages 4 through one of our trusted Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) partners in Illinois.
What You'll Do
As part of a collaborative, well-supported care team, you'll:
- Provide therapy services to patients ages 4 with diagnoses including anxiety, depression, PTSD, MDD, bipolar disorder, and adjustment disorder
- Deliver follow-up therapy sessions (30–60 minutes) based on patient age and acuity
- Utilize EMDR techniques as a required modality of care
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatry, case management, and support services
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Echo Vantage EMR with Elios (AI-supported documentation tools)
- Setting: 100% Remote | Outpatient CMHC based in Illinois
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week in CST
- Evenings: One evening per week required (up to 7pm CST)
- Appointments: Intakes completed by access center, Follow-ups: 30–60 minutes
- Caseload: Goal of 24 clients per week
- EMR: Echo Vantage (Elios AI enabled)
- Mission-Driven Work: At Iris Telehealth, our mission is at the heart of everything we do: increasing access to high-quality mental health care. As a Joint Commission Accredited organization, we’re proud to partner with clinicians to deliver care to the communities that need it most.
- Comprehensive Clinician Support: From licensing and credentialing to IT, onboarding, and administrative support we’ve got you covered so you can focus on what matters most: providing excellent patient care.
- Work-Life Balance: We know how important it is to feel balanced and supported. Our roles offer the flexibility of remote work, helping you maintain a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
At Iris Telehealth, you’ll have the chance to deliver impactful care to underserved communities and work with a multidisciplinary team to enhance access to high-quality behavioral health care. Apply today to be part of our mission-driven team, transforming mental health care - one patient at a time - all from the comfort of your home!
Join the Iris team and make a real difference in behavioral health—where innovation meets compassionate care.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience providing therapy as an independently licensed LCSW or LPC
- Active Illinois LCSW or LPC license required
- EMDR certification required
- Availability for 40 hours per week (CST schedule)
- Experience treating patients across varying acuity levels and wide age ranges (ages 4 )
- Telehealth experience preferred (Echo Vantage experience a plus)
- Reside in the U.S. or a U.S. territory
At Iris Telehealth, we believe great care starts with caring for our clinicians. We’re proud to offer benefits that support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance — so you can focus on doing what you do best: providing exceptional care.
All Iris clinicians receive:
- Competitive compensation — your expertise deserves to be recognized and rewarded
- Work-from-home flexibility — skip the commute & enjoy greater flexibility
- Comprehensive malpractice coverage — full protection, zero hassle
- Licensing & credentialing support — we handle the logistics so you can focus on care
- Upfront payment of all state licensing fees — no delays, no out-of-pocket costs
- Home office setup & 24/7 IT support — everything you need to succeed virtually
Full-time Iris clinicians also enjoy:
- 4 weeks of PTO 8 flexible paid holidays — time to recharge, your way
- Annual CME budget & starting office upgrade stipend — invest in your growth and set up your perfect space
- Comprehensive health coverage — access to a large national network for medical, dental, and vision care
- 100% employer-paid life insurance — financial security for you and your loved ones
- 401(k) with employer match — plan confidently for your future
- Optional short- & long-term disability coverage — added protection when you need it
About Us:
At Iris Telehealth, we empower our clinicians to provide high-quality virtual behavioral health care to patients across the U.S. We believe in supporting our clinicians with comprehensive resources, allowing them to focus on patient care and make a genuine difference. Partnering with healthcare facilities nationwide, we handle the administrative tasks so our clinicians can focus on what they do best—providing top-quality care. With strong support for licensing and credentialing, we ensure our providers are equipped to serve patients in underserved areas.
Our commitment to work-life balance and respect for our clinicians' expertise sets us apart as a leading behavioral healthcare organization. At Iris, you're more than just a number; you're a valued member of a mission-driven team dedicated to expanding access to mental health care. Experience the difference we bring to behavioral healthcare!
If you are a current Iris provider, thank you for your dedication and service! If you're interested in this opportunity, please contact your Practice Manager for more information about eligibility requirements and how this role compares to your current position.
Iris Telehealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all state and federal laws regarding EEOC.
Compensation: Starting at $83,000/year