Counselor - Full Time Temporary

Clinical Counselor
Joliet Clinic - Joliet, IL 60435
Overview
Salary Range $62,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary/year Position Type Full Time Job Shift Full Time: 80 hours per pay period Category Counseling
Description
Why Join Westside?
At Westside, our Clinical Counselors have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the full spectrum of child, adolescent, and family mental health. In a supportive and collaborative environment, our clinicians empower kids, teens, and parents to communicate effectively, develop healthy coping strategies, and navigate life's emotional challenges through individualized, evidence-based practices.
Perks & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $62,000 - $75,000, aligned with skills and experience
• Earn up to 9% of your annual salary for exceeding productivity expectations
• Comprehensive Benefits, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays
• CEU & Professional Development Reimbursement
• Fun, Collaborative Culture: team events, celebrations, and supportive leadership

Provide family therapy for parents of children ages 3+ with verbal communication skills, and provide individual one-on-one therapy with children ages 5+, pending clinical evaluation
Perform initial assessments, behavioral observations, and both short- and long-term interventions while developing individualized treatment plans
Provide psychoeducation to clients and families while collaborating with internal team members and other disciplines to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care
Serve as a clinical supervisor to LPC/MSW level prepared team members
Qualifications
What We're Looking For:

Master's degree in counseling or social work from a CACREP/CSWE accredited university
LCPC or LCSW licensure in the state of Illinois
Prior experience working with children and families
What Makes You a Great Fit:

You are passionate for supporting children, teens, and families through emotional, social, and behavioral challenges
You adapt your communication style to each child's developmental level, including using nonverbal strategies when needed, to ensure children feel understood and supported
You bring strong clinical judgment and the ability to tailor interventions to each child's unique needs
You are committed to ongoing learning, clinical excellence, and contributing to a positive, family-centered therapy experience