Associate Therapist (Unlicensed/Provisionally Licensed)

Light On Anxiety Treatment Centers•Northbrook, IL

13d•$50,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Light On Anxiety Treatment Centers is seeking a full-time Associate Therapist who is unlicensed or provisionally licensed to provide evidence-based care for anxiety, OCD, and related conditions. The therapist will provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to child, adolescent, and adult clients, manage assigned cases, coordinate with clients’ care teams, and complete clinical documentation and administrative tasks. The position includes at least 22 hours of client sessions per week and requires one weekend day. Flexible work arrangements include one fully virtual day. The role offers supervision toward independent licensure and participation in a year-long Clinical Training Institute, with specialty training in CBT for anxiety, OCD, and related conditions. Therapists are expected to pursue continuing education, participate in consultation and small-group supervision, and contribute positively to the practice’s collaborative culture.

Requirements

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, school counseling, or a related field leading to state licensure (LSW or LPC).
Interest in specializing in CBT for anxiety and related disorders.
Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development.
Ability to receive and integrate feedback in a growth-oriented environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse populations.
Adaptability and resilience, including the ability to navigate change and ambiguity.
A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with people in service-oriented, high-responsibility, or dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

Provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to child, adolescent, and adult clients with anxiety-related conditions.
Manage all assigned cases clinically.
Communicate and consult with clients’ care teams, including legal guardians, families, and internal and external parties, as appropriate.
Provide resources, support, and referrals to external services when appropriate.
Coordinate crisis response for client emergencies, including coordination of care with outside institutions.
Complete documentation and administrative requirements in a timely and thorough manner.
Complete all required trainings.
Seek continuing education to stay informed about evidence-based treatment protocols for anxiety and related disorders.
Maintain professional conduct and appearance in interactions with clients and stakeholders.
Communicate in a timely and proactive manner with clients, external clinical stakeholders, and the practice’s administrative team.
Participate in continuing education initiatives and small-group supervision.
Contribute positively to the practice’s culture.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Signing bonus.
Paid time off and paid company-observed holidays.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement plan with company match.
Dependent Care and Commuter FSAs.
Health Savings Account.
Short-term disability.
Company-sponsored basic life and AD&D insurance.
Company laptop, ongoing technical support, and technology stipend.
Company-sponsored continuing education programs to fulfill CE/CME requirements.
Company-sponsored malpractice insurance.
Reimbursement for licensure examination, registration, and renewal fees.
Supervision needed to obtain independent licensure.
Certification through the year-long Clinical Training Institute, offering advanced specialty training in CBT for anxiety, OCD, and related conditions.