A Licensed Professional Counselor opportunity is available in Chicago, Illinois, embedded within a well-supported behavioral health practice that offers a true W-2 employment structure, biweekly pay, and uncapped earning potential. The role comes with a developed administrative infrastructure — including local management support and a fully funded technology setup — so clinicians can focus on patient care rather than back-office logistics. Chicago's dense, diverse patient population and robust referral ecosystem make this a strong platform for a counselor looking to build a meaningful caseload in one of the country's premier urban markets.
Perks and Benefits
- W-2 employment with base salary and uncapped compensation paid biweekly
- Signing bonus available for qualified candidates
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus enhanced benefits package
- Access to an employer wellness program and employee referral program
- Company-issued and fully funded iPad with gEHRimed EMR, supporting seamless remote access and team collaboration
Practice Highlights
- Established practice infrastructure with extensive back-office support, removing administrative burden from clinical staff
- Local management team on the ground in Chicago providing day-to-day operational and clinical support
- gEHRimed electronic health record platform deployed on company-funded hardware, enabling remote documentation and cross-team coordination
- Practice model designed to support counselor productivity and caseload growth within a structured, well-resourced environment
Qualifications
- Active Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credential in the state of Illinois, or eligibility to obtain
- Completion of a graduate-level counseling or clinical mental health program meeting LPC licensure requirements
- Comfort working within a collaborative, team-based behavioral health model
- Familiarity with electronic health record documentation; experience with gEHRimed a plus
About the Community
Chicago is one of the most livable large cities in the United States — a world-class cultural, culinary, and professional hub set along the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan. Clinicians relocating here gain access to nationally ranked universities and medical institutions, a wide range of neighborhoods spanning urban density to quiet residential enclaves, and a robust public transit network. Cost of living, while higher than smaller Midwest cities, remains meaningfully below comparable coastal markets, and the city's arts, sports, architecture, and lakefront recreation make it a compelling long-term home.