Child and Adolescent Therapist

Benefits

• Licensed Consultation Group
• 1:1 Supervision
• Group Supervision
• CEU Library
• Company Swag
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Child and Adolescent Therapist
• Libertyville, Illinois | Full-Time | Hybrid Flexibility

Helping children and teens thrive takes patience, creativity, and the ability to build trust with the entire family. If that is where you do your best clinical work, we would love to meet you.

At Ellie Mental Health–Libertyville, you can enjoy the flexibility and earning potential of private practice with the support of an established, locally owned team. We handle the business side and invest in helping you build a strong, sustainable caseload.

We are seeking a therapist who enjoys working with children and adolescents, including elementary-age clients, and can partner effectively with parents and caregivers. We welcome LCSWs, LCPCs, LMFTs, PsyDs, LPCs, LSWs, and ALMFTs. Relevant child or family experience, commitment to clinical growth, and enthusiasm for building a successful practice matter most.

Why Therapists Choose Ellie

Competitive compensation with uncapped earning potential

Paid time off

BCBS medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) options

Flexible in-person and telehealth scheduling

Comfortable, fully furnished office space

Billing, credentialing, EHR, and administrative support

Individual and group supervision

Consultation with experienced clinical leaders

Free CEUs through TPN Health

Professional development and leadership opportunities

A collaborative team with accessible local leadership

We Help You Build Your Caseload

We do not simply provide an office and expect you to find clients on your own. We invest in Google Ads, Meta advertising, SEO, community outreach, local sponsorships, and school and referral relationships.

We provide the platform and marketing support. You bring your clinical expertise, develop professional relationships, and deliver an excellent experience for children and families. An existing caseload or referral network is welcomed but not required.

You May Be a Great Fit If You

Have experience providing therapy to children and adolescents

Are comfortable working with elementary-age children

Can engage parents and caregivers appropriately in treatment

Use creative, developmentally appropriate clinical approaches

Have experience with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral concerns, trauma, family transitions, or school-related challenges

Want private-practice flexibility without the administrative burden

Are motivated to develop and retain a successful caseload

What You’ll Do

Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans

Provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Build toward and maintain approximately 25 completed sessions per week for full-time status

Collaborate with parents, caregivers, schools, and referral partners when clinically appropriate

Participate in team meetings, consultation, and professional development

Optionally provide clinical supervision if qualified

What You’ll Bring

Master’s or doctoral degree in a behavioral health field

Active Illinois license: LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, PsyD, LPC, LSW, or ALMFT

Experience or specialized training with children and adolescents

Experience with assessment, treatment planning, and documentation

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Commitment to ethical, compassionate, and dependable care

Willingness to participate in caseload development

Ability to Complete Required Background Screening

At Ellie, therapists do their best work when they feel supported, trusted, and connected. If you want to build a meaningful private-practice career while helping children and families in your community, we would genuinely like to meet you.

Complete our application questions to apply. If your experience and goals align with our practice, a member of our local team will contact you.

Location: Libertyville, IL 60048

Flexible work from home options available.