Therapist Jobs in Chicago, IL

Therapist jobs in Chicago are concentrated in the Loop, Lakeview, and Hyde Park, across community mental health, hospital systems, and outpatient behavioral health. Employers hiring right now include Advocate Aurora Health, Nexum HC, and CenterWell. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles123+
Top employerAdvocate Aurora Health
Work type67% On-site
Top credentialCPR Certification
Companies hiring15

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Occupational Therapist Home Health
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Occupational Therapist Home Health
CenterWell
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$85k - $118k/yr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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LCSW / LCPC / LMFT Therapist Skilled Nursing Facility Chicago, IL 60626
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LCSW / LCPC / LMFT Therapist Skilled Nursing Facility Chicago, IL 60626
Nexum HC
Chicago, Illinois
Allied Health
Community & Nonprofit Services
Human Resources
Social Work & Counseling
On-Site
Master's degree in social work

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Behavioral Health Therapist (LCSW/LCPC)
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Behavioral Health Therapist (LCSW/LCPC)
TCA Health, Inc
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$63k - $65k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work
51-200

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Eating Disorder Therapist - Private Practice
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Eating Disorder Therapist - Private Practice
Birch Tree Psychotherapy
Chicago, Illinois
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$80k - $110k/yr
Remote (US)

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Occupational Therapist - Per Diem
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Occupational Therapist - Per Diem
Renewal Rehab
Chicago, Illinois
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Doctoral degree
1,001-5,000

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Therapist Job Market in Chicago

Who's Hiring

  • Advocate Aurora Health22
  • Nexum HC7
  • CenterWell7
  • VOA Illinois7
  • Renewal Rehab7

Therapist Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a therapist job in Chicago?

Focus your search on Chicago's dense network of community mental health centers, federally qualified health centers, and hospital-affiliated outpatient clinics, which post the most openings. Lakeview, Pilsen, and the South Side have a high concentration of community-based providers. Candidates with bilingual skills, especially Spanish, and experience in trauma-informed care move faster in this market. Attending Illinois Association for Behavioral Health events is a practical way to connect with Chicago-area hiring managers.

Which companies hire therapists in Chicago?

Chicago therapist roles are posted by Advocate Aurora Health, Nexum HC, and CenterWell and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. The Chicago market includes a wide mix of large integrated health systems, nonprofit community agencies, and private group practices, many concentrated in the North Side neighborhoods and the medical corridor along the Illinois Medical District.

Are there remote therapist jobs in Chicago?

Yes, though remote work is more limited for therapists than for desk-based roles, since most positions involve direct in-person client care. About 33% of therapist openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with telehealth roles most common at larger group practices and employee assistance program providers operating out of Chicago.

How can I get a therapist job in Chicago with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path in Chicago is securing a supervised clinical internship or practicum placement through one of the city's many community mental health centers, which routinely hire provisionally licensed candidates. Employers such as nonprofit behavioral health agencies in Humboldt Park and Englewood actively recruit newly licensed therapists. Entry-level case manager and mental health technician roles at Chicago-area hospital systems also build the clinical hours needed for full licensure.

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