Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Illinois

Licensed Clinical Social Worker jobs in Illinois are among the most active in the Midwest, with strong hiring concentrated in behavioral health agencies, hospital systems, community mental health centers, and public child welfare services from entry-level positions through senior clinician and supervisory roles. Chicago, Rockford, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring, where large employers like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services maintain deep and consistent demand for LCSWs. The most sought-after specialties are substance use treatment, trauma-informed care, and school-based mental health services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles26
Top employerBrave Health
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring11
Work type55% Remote
Top industryHealthcare

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In2great Pediatric Therapy
LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker
In2great Pediatric Therapy
Buffalo Grove, Illinois
Allied Health
Community & Nonprofit Services
Human Resources
Social Work & Counseling
$50 - $55/hr

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Part-Time Independent Contractor Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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Part-Time Independent Contractor Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Garfield Counseling Center
Chicago, Illinois
Compliance & Risk
Program Management
Project Management
$41 - $52/hr
Master's degree in social work

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SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker
SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care
Springfield, Illinois
Data Analytics
Data Science
Healthcare Administration
$50 - $65/hr
Hybrid
QMHP Certification
201-500

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Behavioral Care Solutions
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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Behavioral Care Solutions
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Behavioral Care Solutions
Tinley Park, Illinois
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$36 - $42/hr
Master's degree
51-200

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Brave Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Remote
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Brave Health
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Remote
Brave Health
Oak Park, Illinois
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$69k - $76k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Springfield
3 jobs
Tinley Park
2 jobs
Pekin
1 job
Joliet
1 job
Morton
1 job
Oak Park
1 job
Bridgeview
1 job
Plainfield
1 job

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

Brave Health
Brave Health4 open roles
Rush University Medical Center
Rush University Medical Center4 open roles
Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates
Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Transportation & Logistics

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in licensed clinical social worker jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program
  • Demonstrated clinical hours in individual, group, or family therapy settings
  • Experience with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
  • Knowledge of Illinois Medicaid billing procedures and managed care requirements
  • Proficiency in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois?

To become a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois, you must earn a Master of Social Work degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, complete the required post-graduate supervised clinical hours under an approved supervisor, and pass the Association of Social Work Boards clinical-level examination. Licensure is issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which also handles renewals and supervision endorsements for those pursuing advanced practice.

Which companies hire licensed clinical social workers in Illinois?

Employers hiring licensed clinical social workers in Illinois right now include Brave Health, Rush University Medical Center, and Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems, county mental health boards, and state agencies like the Department of Human Services sustain some of the most consistent clinical social work demand in the region.

Which Illinois cities have the most licensed clinical social worker jobs?

Chicago, Springfield, and Tinley Park have the most licensed clinical social worker openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates by volume because of its density of hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofit behavioral health organizations, while Rockford and Springfield draw consistent hiring from regional medical centers and state government agencies serving underserved populations across central and northern Illinois.

Are there remote licensed clinical social worker jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because licensed clinical social worker roles often involve in-person assessments, crisis intervention, and court-mandated services. About 73% of licensed clinical social worker openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telehealth therapy and care management consultation making up the bulk of those remote-eligible positions.

How can I get hired as a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a Licensed Social Worker position while accumulating the supervised clinical hours required for full LCSW licensure in Illinois. Large employers such as Advocate Health Care, Sinai Chicago, and Illinois Department of Children and Family Services regularly hire MSW graduates into associate clinician or case manager roles that count toward licensure. Completing a field placement or practicum at a community mental health center in Illinois gives candidates a significant edge when applying for these supervised positions.

Where can I find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across behavioral health agencies, hospital systems, and public sector employers. Find the roles that fit your credentials and experience level and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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