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Maximise your chances of a successful application to this job by ensuring your CV and skills are a good match.Therapist/Counselor, Private Practice - FulltimeAbout usLocations: Lincoln Park or Ravenswood | Vibe: Collaborative, Mission-Driven, & Growth-OrientedWhy 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 GrowthWe 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 AreLicensed & 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 OverviewMaintain a caseload of 23–25 clients per weekHybrid work- 3 days in office, 2 days from homeProvide in-person therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and familiesSome evening availability required (no weekends required)Complete clinical documentation within 24 hoursCoordinate care with schools, medical providers, and other collaterals as neededParticipate in weekly individual and group consultationMaintain active professional licensure and ethical standardsRequired QualificationsMaster's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related fieldActive Illinois license (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC, etc.)1–3 years of post-graduate clinical experienceComfort working with diverse populations and awareness of systemic factors impacting mental healthAbility to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary teamAbility to meet in person with clients, including children (must be able to sit on the floor and lift up to 10 lbs)Preferred ExperienceExperience with behavioral interventions and/or play therapyFamiliarity with CBT, ACT, DBT, ERP, or related modalitiesExperience with crisis intervention and high-risk situations xhyhwjd Comfort with EHR systems and teletherapy platformsBackground in community mental health and/or child welfare is a plusWhat We OfferFull caseload provided- no marketing or client recruitment requiredExtremely competitive compensation, based on experience and trainingW-2 position with:Health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchGenerous PTO and sick leavePaid supervision (individual & group)CE stipend and regular in-house CE trainingsPaid continuing educationProfessional liability insuranceWork cell phone90% clinical role- administrative support providedAllowances for pro-bono and sliding-scale clientsJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insurancePaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceReferral programVision insurance

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