Licensed Psychotherapist, Weekend & In-Office Role (PART-TIME, Chicago and Westmont Locations)

LICENSED THERAPIST: PART-TIME WEEKEND & IN-OFFICE ROLE(Friday + Weekend Availability Required)Location: Westmont, IL (Hybrid) | Chicago, IL (Hybrid)Thoughtful, relationship-centered outpatient therapy for clinicians who value meaningful clinical work, clear systems, and expanded access to care.You Care About Doing Thoughtful Therapy. So Do We.At Elevate Counseling + Wellness, we've built a group practice where clinicians can focus on meaningful clinical work within a calm, well-structured environment. We believe strong therapy happens when clinicians feel supported, expectations are clear, and collaboration is part of everyday practice.We are currently seeing a growing need for clients seeking in-office therapy outside of traditional weekday hours, especially on Fridays, evenings, and weekends. This role is designed for a clinician who values thoughtful therapy and is interested in helping expand access for clients whose schedules require more flexibility.Our culture prioritizes professionalism, relationship-centered care, and sustainable clinical work. We aim to create a place where therapists can grow their skills, maintain high standards of care, and build long-term careers without operating in constant urgency.Elevate is a place for clinicians who value steady, meaningful work, thoughtful colleagues, and systems that allow them to focus on their clients.What It's Like to Work HereOur practice is intentionally designed to support both clinicians and clients. At Elevate, you can expect:A steady pace of clinical work rather than urgency-driven schedulingClear expectations around documentation, boundaries, and professional standardsCollaboration across clinicians, leadership, and administrative staffOpportunities for supervision, consultation, and professional developmentRespect for each therapist's clinical style within shared practice valuesWe work intentionally to create a psychologically safe, respectful environment where clinicians can ask questions, refine their clinical voice, and feel supported in their professional growth.You'll Likely Thrive Here If You... Value strong therapeutic relationships and ethical careCommunicate clearly and work well within a teamAppreciate structure while maintaining professional autonomyAre reflective, grounded, and committed to continued growthEnjoy working with clients in personAre open to a consistent schedule that includes Friday, weekend, and evening availabilityWant to help clients access therapy at times that better fit real-life work, school, family, and caregiving demandsWe welcome clinicians from diverse backgrounds, identities, and theoretical orientations and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.Role Summary: Part-Time Weekend & In-Office TherapistThis role is designed for therapists who provide thoughtful, relationship-centered outpatient psychotherapy and are available to support clients needing in-office, weekend, and evening appointment options.This position begins as part-time, with the opportunity to grow toward full-time over time if desired. Clinicians who build to full-time may become eligible for full-time staff benefits in accordance with Elevate's benefits structure.This role may be a strong fit for a clinician who wants a focused part-time schedule, is interested in building a meaningful caseload, and appreciates the ability to grow within an established group practice environment.What This Role Involves Providing outpatient psychotherapy with adults, couples, families, teens, or other populations within your scope of practiceBuilding and maintaining a consistent part-time caseloadHolding a weekly schedule that includes required in-office Friday and weekend availabilityProviding one remote evening shift per weekParticipating in consultation and professional dialogue with colleaguesPracticing thoughtful case conceptualization and scope managementMaintaining reliable documentation and follow-throughClinical Workload ExpectationsTo support access to care and consistency for our clients, Elevate maintains clear, practice-wide workload standards: Part-time therapists: a rolling average of 16 client sessions per weekFull-time therapists: a rolling average of 22 client sessions per weekThis role begins as part-time. Therapists interested in growing their caseload may have the opportunity to build toward full-time based on clinical fit, schedule availability, and practice needs. Our administrative systems and intake processes are designed to help clinicians maintain sustainable, consistent caseloads.Schedule & PresenceThis role follows a hybrid schedule model with specific availability requirements designed to support current client needs. Required weekly availability includes: Fridays in-officeEither Saturdays or Sundays in-officeOne remote evening shift per week, on the weekday evening of the therapist's choiceAdditional weekday, evening, or telehealth availability may be added based on therapist preference, clinical fit, and practice needs. These expectations support expanded access to care for clients who are unable to attend therapy during standard weekday business hours.Qualifications Master's or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related fieldActive Illinois clinical license or license eligibility, such as LPC/LCPC, LSW/LCSW, MFT/LMFT, PsyD/PhDExperience providing psychotherapy in a clinical agency, group practice, private practice, hospital, or community mental health settingComfort using telehealth platforms and electronic health recordsAbility to provide in-office therapy on Fridays and either Saturdays or SundaysAbility to provide one remote evening shift per weekCompensation & Benefits Competitive compensationAdministrative and billing supportCentralized intake supportConsultation and professional development opportunities401(k) with employer matchPaid time off, adjusted based on caseload and role structureCEU support, with partial CEU support available for part-time clinicians meeting caseload expectationsFull-time staff benefits may be available for clinicians who grow into a full-time role, in accordance with Elevate's benefits structure.Our Hiring ApproachWe hire intentionally. Our interview process focuses on role fit, clinical judgment, schedule alignment, and connection with our practice values.We aim to be transparent about expectations early so clinicians can thoughtfully assess whether Elevate offers the kind of environment where they can do their best work.How to ApplyIf this environment and approach to clinical work resonate with you, we'd love to hear from you.We look forward to learning how your experience, availability, and clinical perspective could contribute to Elevate Counseling + Wellness.