Clinical Therapist

Position SummaryWe are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and equity-centered Licensed Clinical Therapist to join our growing team. This role is designed for a clinician who brings strong therapeutic skills and a genuine commitment to serving marginalized communities and who has the interest and potential to grow into organizational leadership. As Wellness Transformed scales, this position offers a natural pathway toward a Clinical Director role for the right candidate. Core ResponsibilitiesClinical PracticeProvide individual, family, and relationship therapy and group counseling services using evidence-based and trauma-informed approachesCarry a caseload reflective of organizational capacity and client needComplete clinical documentation in a timely, thorough, and compliant manner (progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries)Participate in case consultation, peer review, and clinical supervision as applicableMaintain HIPAA compliance and uphold the ethical standards of your licensure boardCommunity & Population FocusProvide affirming care to gender diverse, LGBTQIA+, and other underserved clientsConduct or support readiness assessments and letters of support for clients pursuing care, as clinically appropriate and within scopeEngage with clients using a culturally responsive, strengths-based frameworkTeam & Organizational ParticipationCollaborate with clinical and operations staff in a team-based care environmentParticipate in staff meetings, trainings, and organizational planning discussionsContribute to the development of clinical policies, procedures, & quality improvement initiativesSupport onboarding and mentorship of new clinical staff over time Growth Pathway: Clinical DirectorHigh-performing clinicians in this role may be considered for a Clinical Director designation as the organization grows. Clinical Director responsibilities would include:Oversight of clinical quality, documentation standards, and licensure compliance across the teamDevelopment and implementation of clinical supervision infrastructureLeadership of clinical hiring, onboarding, and professional developmentServing as the primary liaison between clinical staff and the Executive DirectorSupporting grant reporting related to clinical outcomes and program fidelityRepresenting Wellness Transformed in external clinical partnerships QualificationsRequired:Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or related clinical fieldActive, unrestricted licensure in Illinois (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or equivalent)Minimum 2 years of post-licensure clinical experienceDemonstrated experience working with LGBTQIA+ and/or gender diverse populationsCommitment to affirming, equity-centered, trauma-informed careStrong clinical documentation skillsPreferred:Experience with WPATH Standards of Care, readiness assessments, and letter writingExperience in nonprofit, community mental health, or integrated care settingsInterest in clinical supervision, leadership, or program developmentBilingual or multilingual capabilities Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary commensurate with experience (base salary approx. $70,000)Professional development support, including supervision hours toward advanced licensure where applicableFlexible schedulingOrganizational investment in your growth toward leadership Wellness Transformed is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived expertise in LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and/or other communities we serve.