Behavioral Health Clinician Jobs in Illinois

Behavioral health clinician jobs in Illinois represent one of the most active mental health hiring markets in the Midwest, with demand concentrated across community mental health centers, hospital systems, and integrated care organizations at every level from entry-level associate clinician through senior and supervisory roles. Chicago, Rockford, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring volume, with large employers such as Amita Health, Heartland Alliance, and the Illinois Department of Human Services maintaining consistent behavioral health clinician openings across the state. The most in-demand specialties include substance use disorder counseling, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles8
Top employerHRDI
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring6
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Endeavor Health
Behavioral Health Integration Clinician-II - Mount Prospect
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Endeavor Health
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Behavioral Health Integration Clinician-II - Mount Prospect
Endeavor Health
Mount Prospect, Illinois
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$32.6 - $48.9/hr
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Kendall County Health Department
Behavioral Health Clinician-Full Time Exempt
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Kendall County Health Department
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Behavioral Health Clinician-Full Time Exempt
Kendall County Health Department
Yorkville, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$54k - $62k/yr
On-Site
Substance Abuse Counseling Certification
11-50

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SGA Youth & Family
Behavioral Health Clinician
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SGA Youth & Family
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Behavioral Health Clinician
SGA Youth & Family
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in social work
201-500

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Heritage Behavioral Health Center
Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinician
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Heritage Behavioral Health Center
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Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinician
Heritage Behavioral Health Center
Decatur, Illinois
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
$23 - $25/hr
Bachelor's degree in counseling

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Chestnut Health Systems
Behavioral Health Clinician
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Chestnut Health Systems
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Behavioral Health Clinician
Chestnut Health Systems
Bloomington, Illinois
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Healthcare Administration
$19 - $22/hr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work
501-1,000

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Behavioral Health Clinician Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
3 jobs
Decatur
1 job
Champaign
1 job
Yorkville
1 job
Bloomington
1 job
Mount Prospect
1 job

Behavioral Health Clinician Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

HRDI
HRDI1 open role
Carle Health
Carle Health1 open role
Endeavor Health
Endeavor Health1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health clinician jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential required
  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
  • Experience conducting individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
  • Familiarity with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
  • Proficiency with electronic health records systems and clinical documentation standards
  • Ability to complete Illinois-mandated Medicaid billing and compliance documentation accurately

Behavioral Health Clinician Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a behavioral health clinician in Illinois?

Becoming a behavioral health clinician in Illinois requires a master's degree in clinical social work, counseling, or psychology, followed by supervised post-graduate hours under an approved Illinois supervisor. Most clinicians pursue either the Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation or the Licensed Clinical Social Worker designation through the same board. Completing the required supervised hours and passing the corresponding national licensure exam are the two concrete steps that unlock independent practice in Illinois.

Which companies hire behavioral health clinicians in Illinois?

Employers hiring behavioral health clinicians in Illinois right now include HRDI, Carle Health, and Endeavor Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's extensive network of Medicaid-funded community mental health centers, federally qualified health centers, and large integrated hospital systems means consistent openings across the state, not just in the Chicago metro.

Which Illinois cities have the most behavioral health clinician jobs?

The cities with the most behavioral health clinician openings in Illinois are Chicago, Decatur, and Champaign. Chicago dominates the count because of its density of hospital systems, community mental health organizations, and integrated care networks, while secondary markets like Rockford and Springfield draw steady hiring from state-funded agencies, regional health systems, and community organizations serving high-need populations outside the metro.

Are there remote behavioral health clinician jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than many clinical roles, because telehealth has become a mainstream delivery model for outpatient therapy and counseling. About 0% of behavioral health clinician openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the strong adoption of telehealth platforms across Illinois providers. Individual therapy, care coordination, and psychiatric consultation are the functions most commonly offered in fully remote formats.

How can I get hired as a behavioral health clinician in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a pre-licensed or associate clinician role while completing the supervised hours required for Illinois licensure. Large Illinois employers such as Heartland Alliance, AMITA Health Behavioral Medicine, and the Illinois Department of Human Services regularly hire associate-level clinicians and provide supervision toward full licensure. Candidates transitioning from adjacent roles such as case manager, psychiatric technician, or crisis line counselor are frequently competitive, and completing any portion of the Illinois-required supervised hours before applying strengthens an application considerably.

Where can I find and apply to behavioral health clinician jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to behavioral health clinician jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one.

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