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Mind and Body Wellness, PLLC
Location: Chicago, Il, Telehealth
Job Type: Part-Time, Independent Contractor (1099)
Compensation: $60–$65 per completed clinical session hour
Availability: Minimum commitment of 10 clinical hours per week
About Us
Mind and Body Wellness is an established psychiatric and behavioral health practice serving adolescents ages 17 and older and adults throughout Illinois. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, and coordinated mental health services.
We are seeking a compassionate, independently licensed LCSW or LCPC to join our growing team on a part-time basis.
Overview
The Licensed Clinical Therapist (LCPC or LCSW) provides behavioral health services to adults and geriatric clients. The role combines client communication, mental health assessment, treatment planning, and clinical documentation, using evidence-based practice and EMR/EHR systems. Your impact: thoughtful assessment and therapy help clients work toward care goals and support their well-being.
Requirements
- Hold an active Illinois LCPC or LCSW license.
- Conduct mental health assessments for adult and geriatric clients.
- Develop treatment plans informed by client needs and assessments.
- Demonstrate clear, respectful client communication.
- Use EMR/EHR systems for clinical records.
- Support treatment planning and mental health assessment.
- Bring knowledge of addiction counseling (preferred) and trauma-focused therapy.
- Provide individual psychotherapy through secure telehealth.
- Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Utilize evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation.
- Collaborate with psychiatric providers when clinically appropriate.
- Maintain availability for a minimum of 10 clinical hours per week.
What We Offer
- Flexible scheduling.
- Established practice with administrative support.
- Collaborative psychiatric care environment.
Compensation: $60–$65 per completed clinical session hour, based on experience.
We welcome qualified clinicians interested in building a consistent part-time caseload with a supportive behavioral health practice.
Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10.0 – 15.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- Which Illinois license do you hold LCPC or LCSW
- Do you have experience providing individual outpatient psychotherapy to adults?
- Are you available to maintain a caseload of approximately 10-15 clinical sessions per week once established?
- How many years of experience do you have providing psychotherapy after obtaining your clinical license?
License/Certification:
- LCSW or LCPC license in the state of Illinois (Required)
Work Location: Remote
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Who's Hiring
- BetterHelp15
- Brightside Health4
- Ellie Mental Health4
- Third Space2T
- Brave Health2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote licensed professional counselor jobs.
- Master's degree in counseling, clinical mental health counseling, or a related field
- Active LPC, LPCC, or equivalent state licensure in the state of employment
- Experience with individual, group, or family therapy across a specific population
- Proficiency in an electronic health record system such as Therapy Notes or Epic
- Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and treatment planning documentation
- Certification or training in a specialty modality such as EMDR, CBT, or DBT
Tips for Your Remote Licensed Professional Counselor Job Search
Show your telehealth platform experience upfront
Remote employers want to know you can run sessions without IT hand-holding. Name the video and electronic health record platforms you've used, such as SimplePractice or Therapy Brands products, in your resume summary so hiring teams see remote-ready skills immediately.
List every state license you hold
Multistate licensure is one of the clearest differentiators in remote licensed professional counselor hiring. Remote employers serving clients in multiple states prioritize candidates licensed in more than one state, so list every active license prominently and note any Counseling Compact participation.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote licensed professional counselor openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your license type, caseload preference, and specialty and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Demonstrate async clinical documentation skills
Remote counseling teams rely on clear, timely written notes because supervisors can't observe sessions directly. Mention your turnaround time for progress notes and any experience with asynchronous care coordination to signal you can work independently without compromising documentation quality.
Remote Licensed Professional Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote licensed professional counselor job?
Remote licensed professional counselor roles go to candidates who can demonstrate clinical competence and self-directed work habits without in-person oversight. Telehealth platforms and distributed behavioral health organizations screen heavily for async written communication, comfort with electronic health record systems, and the ability to manage a caseload independently. Highlighting experience with video-based therapy sessions, HIPAA-compliant platforms, and remote documentation workflows gives your application a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote licensed professional counselors?
Employers currently hiring remote licensed professional counselors include BetterHelp, Brightside Health, and Ellie Mental Health, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be telehealth providers, remote-first employee assistance program companies, and distributed behavioral health networks serving clients across multiple states.
Can you get a remote licensed professional counselor job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage a caseload and troubleshoot independently from day one. Practicum placements completed via telehealth, familiarity with video therapy platforms, and a demonstrated ability to document sessions thoroughly in electronic health records all substitute well for years of experience when applying to remote entry positions.
Do you need a degree for remote licensed professional counselor jobs?
Usually, yes. The licensed professional counselor credential itself requires a master's degree in counseling or a closely related field, plus supervised hours and a state licensing exam. Remote employers weigh your active license, the states you're licensed in (multistate licensure is a real advantage), and demonstrated telehealth competency alongside your academic background.
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