Outpatient Child & Adolescent Therapist

Ellie Mental Health•Oak Brook, IL

About The Position

Ellie Mental Health is seeking an outpatient child and adolescent therapist for its multi-location clinic in the Chicago Western Suburbs (Downers Grove, Oak Brook, and Itasca). The role is suited to therapists who value creativity, humor, acceptance, determination, compassion, and authenticity and want to help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health. The clinic offers flexibility in scheduling, a welcoming office, and administrative support: clients can schedule online or be matched and scheduled by the client care team, while a dedicated team handles billing and collections. The therapist evaluates clients, develops and implements treatment plans, documents services, and coordinates care with relevant supports. Full-time clinicians should maintain a minimum caseload of 27 client visits per week, with a monthly target of 110 sessions. The company describes its workplace as supportive, collaborative, and focused on employee well-being, with opportunities for career growth, consultation, support, and supervision.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a behavioral science or related field from an accredited college or university, and be on track to obtain licensure in the designated field.
Have or be pursuing clinical licensure, such as LMFT, LCPC, or LCSW.
Experience completing diagnostic assessments (DAs), treatment plans, and clinical case notes.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate and model stable, appropriate boundaries with clients.
Ability to complete and submit service documentation and other documents in a timely manner.
Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse client base.
Proficiency with typical office technology, including computers and email, and electronic health record systems.
Ability to pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

Fully licensed mental health professional (LCSW, LMFT, or LCPC) with a valid Illinois state license; supervision is available for LSW, LPC, and other professionals.
Experience with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
General knowledge of therapy services, community resources, insurance billing, and mental health documentation.
Fully licensed clinicians ideally have insurance panel credentialing.
Experience with Valant electronic health record system.

Responsibilities

Evaluate mental health diagnoses and create and implement treatment plans.
Complete ongoing documentation, including diagnostic updates, treatment plan reviews, and case notes, according to company policy.
For full-time status, maintain a minimum caseload of 27 client visits per week, with a monthly target of 110 sessions.
Use creative interventions to help clients achieve and exceed their goals.
Prepare and submit individual documentation for each session in accordance with company guidelines and protocols.
Coordinate services with case managers, families, work personnel, medical personnel, other Ellie staff, and school staff as needed.
Attend and participate in clinical staff meetings and trainings.