Job Application for Mental Health Therapist (LCSW or LCPC), part-time at North Shore Pediatric Therapy

At North Shore Pediatric Therapy in Evanston, IL, we're looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as a pediatric Mental Health Therapist (LCSW or LCPC). You will perform psychosocial assessments and contribute to the interdisciplinary plan of care by developing and implementing a plan of care/treatment plan that provides extraordinary care for the patient while being sensitive to costs and resources.

We are looking for someone with weekday, after-school and evening availability (3:00pm-7:00pm) and Saturdays 9:00am-3:00pm. This is a part-time position.

Why choose North Shore Pediatric Therapy:

Impactful Work: Play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of children through mental health therapy services.
Clinical Mentorship: Join a team that values continuous learning. Benefit from regular support and guidance from experienced SLPs across our 9 Chicagoland locations.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work collaboratively with professionals in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Neuropsychology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, and Mental Health to provide holistic support.
Resourceful Environment: Access play-based resources and state-of-the-art facilities to provide the highest quality services possible.

Our commitment to your growth:

Clinical Ladder Program: We believe in your potential. Our Clinical Ladder program creates defined opportunities for advancement and promotion. You'll be supported in your clinical growth, with clear pathways for career development.
New Therapist Support: If you are a newer therapist, you'll receive additional support and mentorship to ensure a smooth transition into our team. We're committed to your success from day one.

Our benefits:

Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, made up of a base rate + an additional billable rate, to recognize and reward your expertise.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Enjoy comprehensive coverage for your health and wellness.
401(k) with Company Match: Plan for your future with our 401(k) program.
Flexible Scheduling: Benefit from flexible scheduling and paid time off for full-time employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Professional Development: We are committed to your growth. Take advantage of opportunities for ongoing professional development and training, including internal growth and learning opportunities as well as a stipend for continuing education.
Team Building: Join a culture of collaboration and camaraderie. Participate in monthly social events with your team to build strong professional relationships.
Teladoc subscription (for full and part time employees, available day 1)
Calm app membership: Available for free to all employees and up to 5 friends/family.
We don’t just encourage our teams to speak openly to management, make suggestions, and leave feedback, we empower them to do so. Join one or more of our committees to get involved in organizational initiatives. Be a part of our Experience Team, DEI Committee, Brand Ambassadors, and more!

Does this sound like you?

You love working with neurodiverse individuals
You do your best work surrounded by a supportive and diverse team of child specialists.
You have a master's degree in social work or psychology and an Illinois state license in good standing.
You have prior pediatric fieldwork experience
Those who know you describe you as having unflappable patience and compassion.
You are committed to ongoing learning and professional development.

Your role as a Mental Health Therapist:

Our interdisciplinary approach means that you will collaborate with other Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Mental Health Practitioners, Physical Therapists, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, and Neuropsychologists. As a member of our team, you will:

Complete screenings, provide written assessment and ongoing reports throughout the course of treatment for pediatric clients, some screenings may happen outside of template hours
Make appropriate cross referrals to other disciplines as needed
Interpret medical reports and write appropriate treatment plans and formulate functional goals
Implement crisis intervention strategies and advocate for client and family, as needed
Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team, such as doctors, teachers, and pediatric therapists, to ensure our clients receive comprehensive and coordinated care
Clearly explain behavior function, intervention, and treatment strategies to families

Physical demands: The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required to sit, stand, bend and walk regularly; lift and/or move up to 45lbs pounds.
Visual and auditory ability enough for written and verbal communication.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Our interview process:

At North Shore Pediatric Therapy, we understand that joining a team is not just about the role; it's about the people, the support, and the culture. Our interview process is carefully crafted to ensure you thoroughly understand who we are and the support system in place for your success. You'll discuss this role with multiple leaders in our organization, tour the center, and meet the incredible team you could be working with. We can't wait to get to know you!.

Per hour

$46 - $52 USD