Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in Chicago, IL
Behavioral Health Therapist jobs in Chicago concentrate across community mental health centers in neighborhoods like Pilsen, Bronzeville, and Uptown, as well as hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and school-based programs citywide. Employers hiring right now include Humboldt Park Health, SAINT MARY OF NAZARETH HOSPITAL, and Hartgrove Behavioral Health. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Looking for a new educational environment and personal challenge as an educator? Join our dedicated interdisciplinary team of professionals and make a difference in improving children's and teen's lives as they navigate their road to recovery.
Full and part-time opportunities available at Hartgrove and Garfield park Behavioral Hospitals!
Hartgrove Behavioral Hospital is a 160-bed leading psychiatric hospital dedicated to providing quality behavioral health services for a diverse population of all ages. Hartgrove is a flagship behavioral health facility within Universal Health Services, Inc. and throughout Illinois. Hartgrove is a state-of-the-art facility offering some of the most advanced technologies and programs found in the behavioral health field.
Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital is an 88-bed facility which provides inpatient psychiatric and partial hospitalization treatment for children and adolescents, ages 3 to 17.
THE TEACHER/EDUCATOR:
- Participates in ongoing educational assessments of patients and completes patient lesson plans.
- Provides instruction to patients while maintaining an orderly and disciplined structure in the classroom.
- Develops special interventions for patients unable to function within the classroom setting.
- Assists in curriculum development.
- Participates in patient treatment planning and staffing when necessary.
- Completes and maintains all records as required.
- Maintains an adequate supply of appropriate instructional materials relative to patient’s age and functioning level.
- Participates in case management activities as required.
- Assures the maintenance of a safe and sanitary environment.
REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s Degree required, Masters preferred.
Experience: One year teaching ED/BD children and/or adolescents preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Valid Illinois teaching certificate (PEL) required; certification in Special Education preferred.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
- Effective teaching skills and educational strategies with a special education population.
- Individual and group management skills.
- Therapeutic relationships and processes.
- Limit setting; crisis and behavior management.
- Basic growth and development milestones with appropriate interventions specific to the age and population served.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Looking for a new educational environment and personal challenge as an educator? Join our dedicated interdisciplinary team of professionals and make a difference in improving children's and teen's lives as they navigate their road to recovery.
Full and part-time opportunities available at Hartgrove and Garfield park Behavioral Hospitals!
Hartgrove Behavioral Hospital is a 160-bed leading psychiatric hospital dedicated to providing quality behavioral health services for a diverse population of all ages. Hartgrove is a flagship behavioral health facility within Universal Health Services, Inc. and throughout Illinois. Hartgrove is a state-of-the-art facility offering some of the most advanced technologies and programs found in the behavioral health field.
Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital is an 88-bed facility which provides inpatient psychiatric and partial hospitalization treatment for children and adolescents, ages 3 to 17.
THE TEACHER/EDUCATOR:
- Participates in ongoing educational assessments of patients and completes patient lesson plans.
- Provides instruction to patients while maintaining an orderly and disciplined structure in the classroom.
- Develops special interventions for patients unable to function within the classroom setting.
- Assists in curriculum development.
- Participates in patient treatment planning and staffing when necessary.
- Completes and maintains all records as required.
- Maintains an adequate supply of appropriate instructional materials relative to patient’s age and functioning level.
- Participates in case management activities as required.
- Assures the maintenance of a safe and sanitary environment.
REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s Degree required, Masters preferred.
Experience: One year teaching ED/BD children and/or adolescents preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Valid Illinois teaching certificate (PEL) required; certification in Special Education preferred.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
- Effective teaching skills and educational strategies with a special education population.
- Individual and group management skills.
- Therapeutic relationships and processes.
- Limit setting; crisis and behavior management.
- Basic growth and development milestones with appropriate interventions specific to the age and population served.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a behavioral health therapist job in Chicago?
The strongest hiring in Chicago comes from community mental health organizations, large hospital systems, and school-based wellness programs, with significant demand in historically underserved neighborhoods on the South and West Sides. Candidates who hold licensure at the LPC or LCPC level and have experience with trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, or substance use disorders stand out. Bilingual fluency, particularly in Spanish, is a meaningful edge in Chicago's community health sector.
Which companies hire behavioral health therapists in Chicago?
Employers hiring behavioral health therapists in Chicago right now include Humboldt Park Health, SAINT MARY OF NAZARETH HOSPITAL, and Hartgrove Behavioral Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Chicago's hiring landscape is anchored by large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofits serving diverse communities across the city.
Are there remote behavioral health therapist jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though remote work in this field is limited by the direct-care nature of most roles. About 16% of behavioral health therapist openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting a market where telehealth has expanded but in-person client work remains the norm. Outpatient therapy and employee assistance program roles are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid schedules in Chicago.
How can I get a behavioral health therapist job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is through community mental health centers and nonprofit organizations that regularly hire associate-level clinicians working toward full licensure under supervision. Programs tied to the city's public health infrastructure and Federally Qualified Health Centers often support licensed professional counselor associates. Volunteering or completing a practicum with a Chicago-based crisis line or school wellness program also builds the local clinical hours that employers here expect.
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