Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Peace of Serenity Psychiatry is hiring a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (full-time, part-time, or contract) to provide therapy and take on administrative and team-support work that keeps the practice running smoothly if warranted.

Position

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Therapist & Clinical Operations Support

Practice

Peace of Serenity Psychiatry

Location

1 Overlook Point, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 – hybrid: in-person appointments at the Lincolnshire office plus telehealth; Illinois patients only

Employment type

Full-time, part-time, or contract

Time split (approx.)

85% direct patient care · 15% administrative, team support, and mission and vision initiatives

About Peace of Serenity Psychiatry

Peace of Serenity Psychiatry is a small, specialized outpatient psychiatry practice in Lincolnshire, Illinois. We are known for our work with neurodivergent patients, especially adult autism and ADHD, and we also provide addiction medicine, geriatric psychiatry, and perinatal psychiatric care.

Our team includes psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychologists, and a psychometrist who provides autism and ADHD diagnostic testing. This position serves Illinois patients, both in our Lincolnshire office and by telehealth. As a small practice, we offer a close-knit team where your clinical voice matters and your work directly shapes the patient experience.

Position Summary

The LCSW will carry an individual therapy caseload while serving as a key support person for the clinical team and front office. This is a hybrid role for a clinician who enjoys therapy and also likes keeping systems organized: coordinating care, supporting intake, and helping the practice run smoothly day to day.

The right candidate is a strong therapist, a dependable team player, and comfortable switching between clinical and administrative work.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Services (approx. 85%)

• Provide individual psychotherapy to adults (and to children and adolescents when appropriate), in person and via telehealth, carrying a target caseload that depends on session volume and case mix
• Treat a range of concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, and life transitions
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes within 24–48 hours in SimplePractice
• Use evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT skills, ACT, trauma-informed care, and motivational interviewing
• Provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy for autistic and ADHD adults, including support after diagnosis
• Support patients in substance use recovery, perinatal mental health, and older-adult care
• Conduct risk assessments, safety planning, and crisis intervention, escalating to the psychiatric provider as needed
• Coordinate care with the patient's prescriber and outside providers, schools, and community resources
• Facilitate psychoeducation or therapy groups as the practice develops them

Administrative Support (part of the remaining 15%)

• Screen and triage new patient referrals and inquiries for clinical fit and urgency
• Assist with intake: review intake paperwork, gather records, and set up new charts
• Help manage the waitlist and patient scheduling in coordination with front-office staff
• Support insurance tasks such as eligibility checks, prior authorizations, and documentation needed for claims
• Return patient callbacks and portal messages within practice timeframes
• Help write and update policies, patient handouts, and education materials
• Track and prepare records requests, release forms, and care coordination paperwork
• Help keep practice compliant with HIPAA, Illinois licensing rules, and payer documentation standards

Team Support and Mission Initiatives (part of the remaining 15%)

• Serve as a clinical point of contact for the team on psychosocial needs, resources, and community referrals
• Assist psychiatric providers with care coordination, follow-up on missed appointments, and patient outreach
• Support onboarding and training of new administrative staff and the Clinical Support Specialist
• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and quality improvement projects
• Support the practice's mission and vision initiatives, including community outreach and events, new programs and services, and partnership with the Peace of Serenity Foundation
• Take on other duties as assigned to support patient care and practice operations

Qualifications

Required

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
• Current, unrestricted Illinois LCSW license in good standing
• Eligible to be credentialed with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance plans
• At least 2 years of post-master's experience providing therapy to adults in outpatient mental health
• Experience treating patients with trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, and related conditions
• Experience with electronic health records (SimplePractice preferred)
• Current professional liability insurance, or willingness to be covered under the practice's policy

Preferred

• Experience working with children and adolescents (helpful but not required)
• Experience working with autistic and ADHD adults or other neurodivergent patients
• Experience in substance use, perinatal mental health, or geriatric populations
• Experience providing therapy via telehealth, including telehealth safety planning
• Prior experience in a group practice handling intake, scheduling, or insurance tasks
• Training in DBT, EMDR, or other specialized modalities

Optional

• Bilingual (Spanish or another language)

Skills and Qualities

• Strong clinical judgment and comfort with risk assessment
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage a caseload and administrative tasks at the same time
• Clear, warm, professional communication with patients, families, and team members
• Timely, accurate documentation that meets payer standards
• Flexible and team-oriented; willing to step in where the practice needs support
• Culturally responsive and neurodiversity-affirming
• Comfortable with technology, including EHRs, telehealth platforms, and office software
• Discreet and committed to patient privacy and professional ethics

Schedule, Compensation and Benefits

• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week), part-time, or contract, with a flexible schedule that combines office and telehealth days. In-person hours are required: the clinician must be available to see clients in the office whenever they request in-person sessions.
• Compensation: Full-time starting at $73,000 per year and higher, depending on experience and skill set. Part-time and contract roles: $45–70 per hour, depending on caseload.
• Benefits: Tuition reimbursement, health insurance, paid time off, and a flexible schedule
• Professional development: Ongoing professional development, continuing education assistance, case consultation with the practice's psychiatric providers, and opportunities to grow into specialty areas such as adult autism and ADHD care

Peace of Serenity Psychiatry is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Neurodivergent candidates are encouraged to apply, and reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process.

About our organization: Peace of Serenity Psychiatry is a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming mental health practice committed to compassionate care and clinical excellence. We serve diverse populations across the lifespan and prioritize ethical leadership, accessibility, and innovation in every aspect of our work.