Child and Adolescent Therapist

Ellie Mental Health

. Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeLibertyville • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting assessments and developing individualized treatment plans for children and adolescents, while providing evidence-based therapy and maintaining accurate clinical documentation. Strong ability to collaborate with families and educational institutions to ensure comprehensive care.

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Master’s Or Doctoral Degree In Behavioral HealthActive Illinois License: LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, PsyD, LPC, LSW, Or ALMFTExperience Providing Therapy To Children And AdolescentsStrong Interpersonal And Communication SkillsExperience With Assessment And Treatment Planning

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Hard Skills

AssessmentTreatment PlanningClinical DocumentationEvidence-Based TherapyCaseload Development

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsCompassionate CareDependability

Industry Keywords

Children And AdolescentsAnxietyDepressionADHDBehavioral ConcernsTraumaFamily TransitionsSchool-Related ChallengesIn-Person ServicesTelehealth Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
Provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy to children and adolescents
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
Develop professional relationships and deliver an excellent experience for children and families
Build and retain a successful caseload
Provide in-person services in Libertyville and some telehealth services
Work with children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral concerns, trauma, family transitions, or school-related challenges

Requirements

What you’ll need

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 providing therapy to children and adolescents
Comfortable working with elementary-age children
Ability to engage parents and caregivers appropriately in treatment
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
Ability to build toward approximately 25 completed sessions per week for full-time status
Availability for some after-school appointments
Ability to provide in-person services in Libertyville
Must be located in Illinois / hold Illinois licensure

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Flexible in-person and telehealth scheduling
Comfortable, fully furnished office space
Billing, credentialing, EHR, and administrative support
Consultation with experienced clinical leaders
Free CEUs through TPN
Professional development and leadership opportunities
Collaborative team with accessible local leadership
Marketing support through Google Ads, Meta advertising, SEO, community outreach, local sponsorships, and school and referral relationships
Flexible work from home options available
Clear growth paths for advancing careers
Comfortable, furnished offices and clinic environment