Clinical Therapist - Mindstrong
Listed compensation
$59k-$65k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Want to be part of an innovative team, while gaining specialized therapeutic skills to make a life-long impact on the mental health of youth and their families? Thresholds’ Emerging Adults Division is seeking licensed clinicians to fill Therapist roles at our growing Chicago site.
These programs use evidence-informed coordinated care approaches to treat young adults struggling with serious mental illness, First Episode of Psychosis, & Clinical High Risk for Psychosis.
These services are aimed at changing the trajectory of mental health needs for young people and is part of a national innovative movement in services.
The multidisciplinary team provides specialized assessment, care coordination, individual therapy, family psychoeducation, medication management, vocational/educational support, & community outreach utilizing evidence informed approaches.
The new therapists will receive expert training in our treatment models & play an integral role in the growth & development of our Emerging Adult programs.
The Therapist will be responsible for generating treatment plans, providing individual therapy, completing diagnostic assessments, assisting with care coordination, and leading family education efforts.
In addition, they will assist with facilitating workshops, activities, and programs that will contribute to Young Adults’ overall development. The Therapist works within a team-oriented, strengths-based approach, ensuring collaboration within the team and with other providers to facilitate integration of services.
The successful candidate will have experience providing mental health services to young adults. This person should have good written and verbal communication skills and strong basic computer skills, which include the ability to document services in a clear and effective manner. They must function well independently and as part of a team. Must have a valid driver’s license and daily access to a reliable personal vehicle.
Learn more about the innovative work of our programs through published research here: pathwaysrtc.pdx.edu
Education Requirements
- Master’s degree in social work, counseling or related field.
- LSW, LPC, LCSW, or LCPC is preferred.
- Experience with DBT and Expressive Arts is a plus.
What Sets Thresholds Apart
- Competitive pay - Base Rate: $28.41 - 31.30 per hour / $59,100 - 65,100 annually
- Subject to increase based on education and experience
- Generous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation)
- Dental insurance, vision insurance, 4 medical insurance plans
- 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
- Robust employee assistance program (EAP)
- Mileage reimbursement
- Public service loan forgiveness
- Supervision for clinical licensure at no cost (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)
Thresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to fostering an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agency’s mission. Click here to learn more.
One of the oldest and largest community mental health organizations in Illinois, we pride ourselves in being a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and one of Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, several years in a row.
DBT, CBT, DCFS, therapy, multidisciplinary
Key Responsibilities
The therapist will provide individual therapy, conduct diagnostic assessments, and develop treatment plans for young adults with serious mental illness. They will also facilitate family education and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to integrate care services.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in social work, counseling, or a related field and possess a valid driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle. Preference is given to those with LSW, LPC, LCSW, or LCPC licensure and experience in DBT or Expressive Arts.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 16% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$62k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $59k–$65k | Mental Health Therapy median $61k (middle half $57k–$70k)12 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$62k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Illinois | 351 active | 7,927 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 36% remote · 16% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | loan repayment | Illinois Counselor listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 19% offer loan repayment603 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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