Child Psychiatrist Jobs in Illinois
Child Psychiatrist jobs in Illinois are among the most active in the Midwest, with consistent demand from community mental health centers, academic medical systems, and integrated health networks serving children and adolescents from entry-level attending positions through senior and medical director roles. Chicago, Evanston, and Springfield anchor the hiring market, where established systems like Lurie Children's Hospital, Rush University Medical Center, and Northwestern Medicine maintain ongoing staffing needs. The most in-demand specialties are inpatient child and adolescent psychiatry, telepsychiatry programs, and early intervention services for developmental and trauma-related conditions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Highlights
- Position: Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
- Location: Deerfield, IL or Chicago, IL
- Employment: Full time
- Hours: Monday-Friday, [Flexible work schedules, including evenings]
- Call Coverage
A Brief Overview
Endeavor Health Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is an ideal environment for providers who value exceptional care coordination. We offer a full range of inpatient and outpatient behavioral health care for children, adolescents, and adults. Our psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists deliver evidence-based care across the Chicagoland region.
- We offer state-of-the-art interventional treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation and electroconvulsive therapy.
- We partner with numerous primary care and specialty programs to develop multidisciplinary programs.
- We offer a wide range of types and levels of services for individuals suffering from depressive or anxiety disorders.
- We have intensive programs including partial or day hospital treatment programs, intensive outpatient programs, and individual therapy.
What You Will Do
- Conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including mental status examinations and medical histories, to diagnose and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Providing evidence-based psychiatric evaluation and medication management for patients with various mental health conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, and substance use disorders.
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including psychologists, nurses, and social workers, to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Monitoring and adjusting treatment plans as needed to optimize patient outcomes, using a patient-centered and recovery-oriented approach.
- Administering and managing psychotropic medications and therapies, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records, progress notes, and treatment plans in compliance with hospital policies and legal regulations.
- Participating in case conferences, team meetings, and treatment planning sessions to review patient progress and provide recommendations for care.
- Educating and supporting patients and their families, promoting mental health awareness and providing resources for coping and self-management.
- Staying informed about the latest advancements in psychiatric care through ongoing professional development and training.
What You Will Need
- Doctorate Medicine Required MD or DO
- Fellowship in Child Psychiatry
- DEA required
- Controlled substance license required
- Board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Required
Benefits
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- CME
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Community Involvement Opportunities
Location: Endeavor Health Behavioral Health - Deerfield — 190 Waukegan Road Deerfield
Employment: Full time
Endeavor Job ID: R37021
Position Highlights
- Position: Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
- Location: Deerfield, IL or Chicago, IL
- Employment: Full time
- Hours: Monday-Friday, [Flexible work schedules, including evenings]
- Call Coverage
A Brief Overview
Endeavor Health Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is an ideal environment for providers who value exceptional care coordination. We offer a full range of inpatient and outpatient behavioral health care for children, adolescents, and adults. Our psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists deliver evidence-based care across the Chicagoland region.
- We offer state-of-the-art interventional treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation and electroconvulsive therapy.
- We partner with numerous primary care and specialty programs to develop multidisciplinary programs.
- We offer a wide range of types and levels of services for individuals suffering from depressive or anxiety disorders.
- We have intensive programs including partial or day hospital treatment programs, intensive outpatient programs, and individual therapy.
What You Will Do
- Conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including mental status examinations and medical histories, to diagnose and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Providing evidence-based psychiatric evaluation and medication management for patients with various mental health conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, and substance use disorders.
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including psychologists, nurses, and social workers, to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Monitoring and adjusting treatment plans as needed to optimize patient outcomes, using a patient-centered and recovery-oriented approach.
- Administering and managing psychotropic medications and therapies, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records, progress notes, and treatment plans in compliance with hospital policies and legal regulations.
- Participating in case conferences, team meetings, and treatment planning sessions to review patient progress and provide recommendations for care.
- Educating and supporting patients and their families, promoting mental health awareness and providing resources for coping and self-management.
- Staying informed about the latest advancements in psychiatric care through ongoing professional development and training.
What You Will Need
- Doctorate Medicine Required MD or DO
- Fellowship in Child Psychiatry
- DEA required
- Controlled substance license required
- Board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Required
Benefits
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- CME
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Community Involvement Opportunities
Location: Endeavor Health Behavioral Health - Deerfield — 190 Waukegan Road Deerfield
Employment: Full time
Endeavor Job ID: R37021
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Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health24
- Northwestern University2
- Endeavor Health1
- Duly Health and Care1
- Compass Health Center1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in child psychiatrist jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois medical license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Board certification or active candidacy in child and adolescent psychiatry through ABPN
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited general psychiatry residency and child psychiatry fellowship
- Current DEA registration with appropriate schedule authorizations for Illinois practice
- Experience with evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care
- Familiarity with Illinois Medicaid billing, prior authorization processes, and documentation standards
Child Psychiatrist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a child psychiatrist in Illinois?
You become a child psychiatrist in Illinois by completing medical school, a general psychiatry residency, and a two-year child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship, then applying for an Illinois medical license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Passing the USMLE steps and obtaining a controlled substance license from IDFPR are required before practicing. Most Illinois health systems also expect board certification or active candidacy from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
How much do child psychiatrists make in Illinois?
Child psychiatrists in Illinois earn a median of about $258,740 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $134,770 for the lowest 10% to over $447,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire child psychiatrists in Illinois?
Employers hiring child psychiatrists in Illinois right now include LifeStance Health, Northwestern University, and Endeavor Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's combination of large academic medical centers, community mental health organizations, and state-contracted behavioral health providers creates a broad range of institutional and outpatient hiring across the state.
Which Illinois cities have the most child psychiatrist jobs?
Naperville, Chicago, and Northbrook have the most child psychiatrist openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the largest share of demand through its concentration of pediatric academic medical centers and community mental health networks, while suburban areas like Evanston benefit from major hospital systems headquartered nearby, and Springfield sees consistent openings tied to state government health programs and regional community behavioral health organizations.
Are there remote child psychiatrist jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than many clinical specialties, because child psychiatry adapted quickly to telepsychiatry during and after the pandemic. About 74% of child psychiatrist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting ongoing telehealth program expansion. Diagnostic consultations, medication management follow-ups, and school-based telepsychiatry programs are the segments most likely to be offered remotely.
How can I get hired as a child psychiatrist in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path for a new child psychiatrist in Illinois is completing your fellowship and applying directly to staffed training programs or new-attendant cohorts at large academic systems such as Lurie Children's Hospital or Rush University Medical Center, both of which regularly bring on graduating fellows. Community mental health centers funded through the Illinois Department of Human Services also hire early-career psychiatrists and often provide structured supervision. Holding an active IDFPR medical license and ABPN board candidacy gives a new candidate a clear competitive edge over those still pending credentialing.
Where can I find and apply to child psychiatrist jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to child psychiatrist jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find roles that fit your experience, specialty focus, and preferred location in Illinois, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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