
Best Self - Better Relationships - Balanced Life
Counselor
Job description:
Mental Health Therapist (Full-Time)
About us:
Transformations Counseling PLLC is hiring a passionate and skilled therapist for our Rockford or Lake in the Hills location. We are committed to helping clients achieve their Best Self – Better Relationships – Balanced Life through compassionate and evidence-based mental health care. At Transformations Counseling PLLC, we value authenticity, collaboration, and growth. If you’re looking to make a real impact and be part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Title: Mental Health Therapist
Required work experience and skills:
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1-3 years of work experience in a related field preferred.
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Minimum of 25 hours/week, including 2 evenings and 2 Saturdays/month
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Provide individual, group, family, and couples therapy
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Prepares and maintains current and accurate case notes, staffing, and therapy reports.
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Stay informed on trends and best practices in mental health
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Attend supervision, team meetings, and training programs
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Maintain HIPAA-compliant clinical documentation
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Aware of community referral sources and refer when necessary.
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Comfortable diagnosing, developing a treatment plan, and carrying out evidence-based interventions with clients experiencing a variety of mental health issues.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a supportive work culture
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Comfort and experience using secure online platforms for video-based clients.
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Experience with adolescents and/or young adults
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Use evidence-based practices, including CBT, DBT, or EMDR
Education and Licenses:
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Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
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Valid Illinois license (LPC, LCPC, LCSW, LMFT)
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2+ years of experience in mental health counseling
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Strong communication skills and cultural competence
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Willingness to work evenings and weekends as scheduled
What we offer:
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Competitive compensation
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Flexible schedule with some evening and/or weekend availability required
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Marketing assistance and networking opportunities
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Opportunity to grow within the field
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Comprehensive training on the methods
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Supportive environment
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Scheduling and billing responsibilities are minimal
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Supervision
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401K
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Signing Bonus
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Dental, Vision, Health, and Disability Insurance
Pay:
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We offer a guaranteed base salary of $35,000 along with a competitive percentage split of the revenue you generate through client sessions. Most full-time therapists at our practice earn an average of $72,800 per year, with opportunities for even higher earnings based on client load and availability.
Language:
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English required
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English + Spanish preferred
Work Location:
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Rockford or Lake in the Hills
Schedule:
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Varies by location
Experience:
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Counseling: 1-3 years (Preferred)
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LCPC, LCSW, LMFT preferred. LPC is welcome.
Hours per week:
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Negotiable
Note:
Applicants must reside in or be willing to commute to Rockford, IL, or Lake in the Hills, IL.
Benefit Conditions:
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Waiting period may apply
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
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Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
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Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
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People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
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Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Hours per week:
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20-29
Typical end time:
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7 PM
Typical start time:
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10 AM
Work Remotely
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No
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
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Dental, Vision, and Health Insurance
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Short and Long-Term Disability
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Matching 401K
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Paid Time Off
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Flexible Scheduling
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Minimal billing and scheduling responsibilities
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Signing Bonus
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Clinical Supervision & Professional Development Opportunities
Education:
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Master's (Required)
Experience:
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Mental health counseling: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
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LPC, LCPC, LCSW, LMFT preferred. (Required)
Work Location: In person