Youth Outreach Services·Chicago, Illinois
Provide individual, group, and family counseling to youth and families facing mental and behavioral health challenges. Create and monitor treatment plans and conduct home or school visits to ensure consistent client support.
Clinical Counselor Locations: Pilsen & Clinton Schedule: Mon–Thurs (12 PM–8 PM), Fri (9 AM–5 PM) | Full-time Full-Time | Salary: $55K–$58K (based on experience & qualifications) Position Overview: Youth Outreach Services is seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Clinical Counselor to support youth and families facing mental and behavioral health challenges. This is an amazing opportunity to make a real impact while working in a flexible and supportive environment. What You’ll Do: Reporting to the Program Manager, you'll provide individual, group, and family counseling using various intervention models. You'll create and monitor treatment plans, and when needed, conduct home or school visits to ensure clients receive consistent support. What We’re Looking For: Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, or a related field Preferred licensure: LPC, LSW, AMFT, or CADC Experience working with adolescents in a counseling setting Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (insurance required) Must be bilingual in Spanish and English
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short/Long-Term Disability options. Retirement Plan: 403(b) with eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness. Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous accruals to support work-life balance. Additional Perks: Mileage reimbursement (specific to this position).
Please apply through our website by submitting your resume. Candidates will receive a brief questionnaire as part of the next step in the process. YOS is an E-Verify participating employer. At Youth Outreach Services, we’re committed to equity and inclusion. We proudly serve diverse communities and welcome professionals who reflect the youth we support. Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace and compliance with this policy is a condition of employment and continued employment.
Requires a Master's degree in counseling or social work and bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English. Candidates should have experience with adolescents and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Illinois often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed or graduate-prepared candidates who can work in clinical, community, or care-coordination settings. This role is competitive because the required background is specific—either a master’s degree in a human services field or an active Illinois RN license, with behavioral health experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure, degree, and setting experience before applying.