Counselor - Part Time

Job DetailsJob Location: Oak Lawn Clinic - Oak Lawn, IL 60453Position Type: Part-time - Open AvailabilityEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $55.00 - $68.00 HourlyJob Shift: Part Time: Open AvailabilityJob Category: CounselingWhy Join Westside?

At Westside, our Clinical Counselors have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the full spectrum of child, adolescent, and family mental health. Our clinicians empower kids, teens, and parents to communicate effectively, develop healthy coping strategies, and navigate life’s emotional challenges through individualized, evidence-based practices.

Perks & Benefits:

100% Remote!

Competitive Hourly Rates: $55–$68 per hour, based on skills and experience

Access Benefits: including Medical, Dental, and Vision, based on eligibility

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays

Fun, Collaborative Culture: team events, celebrations, and supportive leadership

What You’ll Do:

Conduct individual and parent therapy sessions via telehealth

Provide family therapy for parents of children ages 3+ with verbal communication skills, and provide individual one-on-one therapy with children ages 5+, pending clinical evaluation

Perform initial assessments, behavioral observations, and both short- and long-term interventions while developing individualized treatment plans

Provide psychoeducation to clients and families while collaborating with internal team members and other disciplines to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care

Maintain targeted caseload hours of 25 billable therapy hours per week

QualificationsWhat We’re Looking For:

Master’s degree in counseling or social work from a CACREP/CSWE accredited university

LCPC or LCSW licensure in the state of Illinois

Prior experience working with children and families

What Makes You a Great Fit:

You are passionate for supporting children, teens, and families through emotional, social, and behavioral challenges

You are comfortable working autonomously, providing counseling services via telehealth

You adapt your communication style to each child’s developmental level, including using nonverbal strategies when needed, to ensure children feel understood and supported

You bring strong clinical judgment and the ability to tailor interventions to each child’s unique needs

You are committed to ongoing learning, clinical excellence, and contributing to a positive, family-centered therapy experience

You are available to work Tuesday - Saturday, based on client scheduling needs