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Hoffman Estates, Illinois

Behavioral Health Therapist

Counselor / TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$63k-$93k

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Job Description

  • Your future role at a glance
  • Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Facility: Ascension Behavioral Health Outpatient
  • Department: Group Practice
  • Schedule: Evening shift | Full-time
  • Salary: $63,363.30 - $92,668.83 per year
  • How you’ll make an impact in this role
  • Performs comprehensive diagnostic assessments of patient's needs and psychosocial status.

Develops a comprehensive, individualized treatment plan and goals for the patient and provides psychotherapy, group and family therapy if applicable

Provides appropriate documentation of all pertinent information obtained in interviews, consultation with other healthcare professionals, referrals, contacts and supportive services provided to each patient. Completes necessary documentation and reporting in accordance with departmental standards and Federal and State regulations.

  • Provides direct clinical supervision to interns and assigned staff.
  • What minimum requirements you’ll need
  • Licensure / Certification / Registration

Required Credential(s)

One or more of the following:

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.

Psychologist 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.

Additional Preferences

  • Must have LCSW or LCPC
  • Experience working with children and adolescents preferred
  • 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
  • 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 99,000+ 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.

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Key Responsibilities

The therapist performs comprehensive diagnostic assessments and develops individualized treatment plans for patients. They also provide psychotherapy, group and family therapy, and clinical supervision to interns and staff.

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 LCSW or LCPC licensure and experience working with children and adolescents.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Psychosocial assessmentTreatment planningGroup therapyClinical documentationCrisis interventionCase managementMental health counseling

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 32% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

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).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$63k–$93kMental Health Therapy median $68k (middle half $65k–$77k)24 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$78k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Illinois356 active7,879 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 36% remote · 32% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
91% this job
Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
19%
PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 1.5
Below most Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,838 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Ascension

Hospitals and Health Care
St. Louis, MO
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

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

Living in Hoffman Estates

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$386k≈ 6.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,039/mo≈ 39% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.