Ellie Mental Health - 247·Lincolnwood, Illinois
Conduct diagnostic assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide high-quality therapy services to a caseload of 25-30 sessions per week. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and collaborate with colleagues and referral partners.
Group Supervision CEU Library 1:1 Supervision Competitive salary Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance For Clinicians in Illinois Ready to Grow in Private Practice, Not Start Over
As a clinician, are you tired of feeling like you're working in isolation or drowning in paperwork? Looking for a place that actually creates ongoing change to prioritize clinician well-being? We're so glad we found you!
As a Therapist at Ellie Mental Health – Lincolnwood, you'll share our vision for improving and expanding access to quality mental health care and thrive in an environment driven by our core values of authenticity, humor, compassion, creativity, acceptance, and determination.
At Ellie Mental Health – Lincolnwood, we're building a high-performing, clinician-centered practice designed for therapists who want the freedom of private practice without needing to handle all the business headaches on their own. We're a fully insurance-based practice, contracted with BCBS IL, Aetna, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare.
Why Join Ellie Instead of Staying Solo?
You've built the relationships, you've done the hard work, now let us handle the rest. We remove the operational weight so you can focus on clinical excellence and growth, while earning competitively and maintaining autonomy.
Billing & Insurance claims Insurance Verification Individual & Group Supervision Licensed Consultation Credentialing Paid Digital Marketing & SEO Online Scheduling System & Infrastructure Referral development Administrative support Office space & utilities EHR systems Compliance & documentation support We Offer:
Highly competitive compensation structure Paid time off Medical, dental, vision Flexible scheduling (in-person & telehealth) Access to free CEU library (TPN Health) Professional development support Opportunities to supervise A collaborative, supportive team culture Real leadership team access, no corporate red tape Who This Is Perfect For
✔ Private practice therapists tired of managing payroll, rent, and insurance headaches ✔ Clinicians in group practices who want more support and stronger leadership ✔ Community mental health providers ready to reduce burnout ✔Therapists with an active caseload who can transition clients with them ✔ Clinicians with strong word-of-mouth referral streams
Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop treatment plans Provide high-quality therapy services to clients Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Maintain a full caseload of approximately 25–30 sessions per week Deliver evidence-based interventions Collaborate with colleagues and referral partners Participate in team meetings and trainings Option to provide supervision for pre-licensed clinicians Qualifications and/or Skills
Master's degree in a behavioral health field Illinois licensure or pre-licensure (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, PsyD; LSW, LPC) Experience with assessments, treatment planning, and clinical documentation Strong interpersonal and communication skills Comfort working with children, teens, families, or adults Ability to pass a background check Existing client base or referral network a plus Familiarity with case note documentation and EHR systems At Ellie, we believe that happy therapists do better work, and better work changes lives. If you're looking to be part of a mission-driven, supportive, and fun-loving team, we'd love to meet you.
7366 N Lincoln Ave, Suite 206, Lincolnwood, IL 60712 Flexible work-from-home / telehealth options available.
Requires a Master's degree in a behavioral health field and active Illinois licensure or pre-licensure (e.g., LCSW, LCPC, LMFT). Candidates should have experience with clinical documentation and the ability to pass a background check.
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.