Child Psychiatrist Jobs in Illinois
Child Psychiatrist jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Peoria, and Wheaton and other Illinois metros, with employers like LifeStance Health, Behavioral Health Practice Services, and Rush University Medical Center hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team! We are actively looking to hire talented Child Psychiatrists in the area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
We offer Psychiatrists:
- Fee For Service Productivity Model - W2
- Generous Sign-on bonus
- Flexible work schedules. Full-time and part-time available.
- 100% outpatient work. No On-Call Requirements
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 4% match 401k, and paid parental leave
- Collegial work environment.
- Additional compensation for collaboration with mid-levels (optional)
- Newly designed and modern offices.
- Full administrative support.
- Full time billers and full-time schedulers
- Latest in digital technology.
- Strong work/life balance
Child Psychiatrists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Child Psychiatrists that are:
- Fully licensed in Illinois or within the Illinois licensing process, BC or BE within 3 years of completing residency, and unencumbered DEA
- Experienced in both medication management as well as therapy for child and adolescent populations
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US. LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
LifeStance provides the compensation range and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. LifeStance reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Child Psychiatrist Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health29

- Behavioral Health Practice Services27

- Rush University Medical Center3

- Northwestern University2

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services59
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Education4
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in child psychiatrist jobs across Illinois.
- MD or DO degree with completed residency in psychiatry and fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry
- Board certification or active board eligibility in child and adolescent psychiatry from ABPN
- Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of employment
- DEA registration and prescriptive authority for controlled substances
- Experience diagnosing and treating mood disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and psychotic disorders in minors
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or similar platforms
Child Psychiatrist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many child psychiatrist jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 61+ child psychiatrist openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Peoria, and Wheaton. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
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 Illinois cities have the most child psychiatrist jobs?
Chicago, Peoria, and Wheaton have the most child psychiatrist openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire child psychiatrists in Illinois?
Employers hiring child psychiatrists in Illinois include LifeStance Health, Behavioral Health Practice Services, and Rush University Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote child psychiatrist jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 0% of child psychiatrist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for child psychiatrist jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to child psychiatrist jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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