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Remote Child and Adolescent Therapist - Illinois

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$60-$90/hr

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Job Description

Mental Health Therapist (Remote, Flexible Hours)

Emora Health | Illinois | 100% Remote | 1099 Independent Contractor

Emora Health is a cutting-edge platform built by therapists, for therapists, specifically engineered to eliminate administrative burnout and elevate patient care.

We provide you with a consistent caseload and a suite of proprietary tools, including integrated interactive therapy games and activities to engage young minds and an advanced AI scribe that automatically templates your notes immediately after each session.

Because we equip our clinicians with an unparalleled depth of clinical autonomy and comprehensive resources, Emora isn't just another telehealth platform—we are the number one destination for families seeking transformative care.

We are currently seeking licensed clinicians (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or Psychologists) in Illinois to provide high-quality virtual therapy to children, teens, and young adults (ages 4–30).

Why Licensed Therapists Choose Emora Health

  • At Emora, we’ve built a clinician-centered ecosystem designed to let you focus on what matters most: your clients. We offer a "simple-first" approach to telehealth therapy jobs:
  • Guaranteed Bi-Weekly Pay: Receive pay every two weeks, regardless of when insurance reimburses us.
  • No-Show Protection: 50% compensation for client no-shows based upon your policy.

Total Schedule Autonomy: 100% control over your calendar. Set your own hours, choose your caseload size, and decide your preferred session lengths (30, 45, or 60 minutes).

  • AI-Enhanced Workflow: Minimize admin time with built-in AI-scribe note tools and structured templates.
  • Hassle-Free Credentialing: Our team handles 100% of the credentialing process with major insurance payers.
  • Clinical Support: Access our Clinical Director for case consultations and crisis support—no mandatory meetings required.
  • Job Responsibilities

As a Remote Mental Health Counselor, You Will

  • Deliver 100% telehealth therapy to a population ranging from children to young adults.
  • Conduct clinical intakes, therapy sessions, and treatment planning via a unified digital dashboard.
  • Manage a caseload that fits your lifestyle (minimum 5 hours/week).
  • Specialize in low-acuity cases focusing on ADHD, anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders.
  • (Optional) Transition your existing private clients to our platform for an improved compensation rate.

Required Qualifications

Licensure

Must hold an active, independent clinical license in the state of Illinois (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, or Clinical Psychologist).

Experience: 2+ years of experience specializing in children, adolescents, and family dynamics.

Clinical Skills: Strong foundation in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and evidence-based practices delivered via telehealth.

Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using virtual platforms, interactive digital tools, and AI-assisted documentation software.

  • Bilingual: Spanish fluency is a significant plus.
  • Note: Associates practicing under supervision should apply via our dedicated Intern Application.

The Emora Advantage

Fast Onboarding: Be ready to see clients within just a few days.

Zero Billing Stress: No insurance paperwork or chasing claims. We handle all backend operations.

  • Tailored Matching: You choose the ages and conditions you treat so you can work within your niche.
  • Supportive Culture: Join a team where 25-year veterans and new clinicians alike feel empowered and respected.

"I have been a therapist for 25+ years and to date this is the most effective system I have experienced." — Emora Clinician

Compensation

  • Independently Licensed Masters Level Therapists: $60 – $80 per hour
  • Licensed Psychologists: $80 – $90 per hour

Join a team of dedicated Telehealth Therapists making a real impact on the lives of young people. Emora Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and clinician well-being.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 100% virtual therapy sessions to children, teens, and young adults using a digital dashboard. Manage a flexible caseload while conducting clinical intakes and treatment planning.

Requirements

Must hold an active, independent clinical license in Illinois such as LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or Psychologist. Requires at least 2 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and family dynamics.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Child therapyAdolescent therapyClinical documentationCase management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Remote Child and Adolescent Therapist - Illinois at Emora Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 8,002 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Counselor Career Context

Emora Health holds gold-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 89/100, 19 active listings.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% are remote, 22% have no call, 74% require no weekends — this position is remote.

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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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About Emora Health

Mental Health Care
New York
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Guaranteed bi-weekly pay
No-show protection
AI scribe
Flexible schedule
100% remote