Clinical Therapist 

Transcend Counseling Chicago

Position Type: Full-Time, W-2 (40 hours/week)

Work Location: Hybrid (3–4 days onsite at our Humboldt Park Location, 3541 W. North Ave.)

Anticipated Start Date: Flexible

Compensation

Salary Range:

• $50,000–$60,000 for provisionally licensed clinicians
• $60,000–$70,000 (for fully independently licensed clinicians (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, Licensed Clinical Psychologist), commensurate with experience, supervision responsibilities, and clinical load

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, 401K with match, and supervised hours toward licensure if needed.

Position Overview

Transcend Counseling Chicago is seeking a motivated and clinically skilled Therapist / Clinical Supervisor to join our growing outpatient practice. This role is open to both fully licensed clinicians and clinicians working toward independent licensure who demonstrate strong clinical skills, leadership potential, and interest in supervision.

The position combines direct clinical work with opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and leadership within a collaborative and supportive practice environment.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a mental health–related field
• Active Illinois licensure or license-eligible status (LPC, LSW, LMFT, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Psychologist)
• Experience working in an outpatient mental health setting
• Strong clinical judgment, organization, and communication skills
• Interest in supervision, leadership, and professional development

Preferred Qualifications

• Full independent licensure in Illinois (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, Licensed Clinical Psychologist)
• Prior experience providing clinical supervision or mentoring clinicians
• For Psychologists: experience and/or interest in psychological testing and assessment
• Ability to work with diverse populations, including couples, families, groups, children, and/or adolescents
• Proficiency in a language other than English
• Previous private practice experience

Key Responsibilities

• Provide psychotherapy services (25 paid clinical hrs/week) to a diverse outpatient client population
• Take an active role in building and maintaining your caseload by marketing, such as building a strong online presence on various therapist referral sites, building a referral network, and engaging in outreach and networking events.
• Participate in individual and/or group clinical supervision (role and level adjusted based on licensure status)
• For fully licensed clinicians: provide clinical supervision to pre-licensed staff as appropriate
• For Psychologists: conduct psychological testing and provide assessment supervision (if applicable)
• Collaborate with the administrative and leadership team to support high-quality clinical care and practice operations
• Contribute to a supportive, ethical, and inclusive clinical culture

Our Values

At Transcend Counseling Chicago, we are committed to providing high-quality, ethical, and responsible mental health services to the greater Chicago community. Our core values include:

• Equity and justice
• Personal and professional growth
• Open and honest communication
• Teamwork and warmth
• Ethical excellence
• Respect and compassion for self and others

We value caring, direct communication and believe every team member’s voice matters. We expect all employees to act with integrity, and in return, we strive to provide a supportive, ethical, and growth-oriented workplace with fair compensation and benefits in a setting that feels both professional and uniquely welcoming.

Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit a cover letter and resume to connect@transcendchicago.com .

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, paid time- off, 401K with match, and supervised hours toward licensure.