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Elk Grove Village, Illinois

Behavioral Health Therapist

CounselorIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$30.46-$44.55/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Includes weekends
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Job description

Your future role at a glance
Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
Facility: Foglia Family Foundation
Department: Chemical Dependency
Schedule: Day Shift | Full-time |
Salary range: $30.46 - $44.55 per hour

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role
Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis: Perform high-level diagnostic assessments to evaluate a patient’s clinical needs and psychosocial status.
Treatment & Psychotherapy: Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals. Administer evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy tailored to the patient’s specific disorder or disability.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Partner with a multidisciplinary team to align on treatment goals and patient progress. Lead or participate in care conferences, providing expert insights based on assessments and clinical updates.
Schedule: 4 10-hour shifts and every third weekend

What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
One or more of the following required:
Clinical Counselor credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Counselor credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Social Worker credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Therapist specializing in Marriage & Family credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education:
Master's degree required.

What additional preferences we're seeking
Master's Degree/LSW or LPC required
Experience with chemical dependency preferred-CADC certificaiton preferred
Ability to create treatment plans, provide individual, family, and group therapy

Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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Key Responsibilities

The therapist will perform high-level diagnostic assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for patients. They will also facilitate evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree and possess a valid clinical credential from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Preferred qualifications include experience with chemical dependency and a CADC certification.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment planningIndividual therapyChemical dependency counselingDiagnostic assessmentCrisis interventionEvidence-based practicePsychosocial assessment

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 22% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$78k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $78k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Ascension

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St. Louis, MO
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage
HSA/FSA Options
403(b) with Employer Match
Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
Ascension-paid Tuition (Vocare)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program