Licensed Mental Health Therapist-Illinois

Company: Backpack Healthcare
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Licensed Mental Health Therapist Location: Remote – Illinois Licensed Only Compensation: $45–$65 per billable hour ( based on license) ? Schedule: Part-Time or Full-Time | Preferred hours: Weekdays 2 PM–9 PM. Weekend availability is plus! At Backpack Healthcare, we're re-imagining mental health care for children, teens, and young adults. As a clinician-led, minority-owned company, our mission is simple: when clinicians thrive, kids thrive. We're looking for passionate, licensed therapists (LPC, LCPC, LCSW, LMSW) to join our remote care team and make a real impact across Illinois. Why You'll Love Working at Backpack: Fully Remote – Work from anywhere in Illinois Mission-Driven Work – Help kids and families access compassionate, evidence-based care Growth & Education – CEU reimbursement, free clinical supervision, and advancement opportunities ?? Clinical Leadership – Participate in our leading Residency & Fellowship Program Supportive Team Culture – We invest in YOU! What You'll Do: Provide individual, family, and group therapy via secure telehealth Conduct intakes, assessments, and client-driven treatment plans Collaborate with PMHNPs, psychiatrists, peer clinicians, and supervisory team Maintain timely, accurate notes in our EHR Support families with education, tools, and ongoing care coordination Target 15-36 sessions/week Compensation & Benefits: $45–$65 per billable hour Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) 3% Company Match Employee Assistance Program & $25,000 Life Insurance Policy ( covered 100% by Backpack ) Paid Time Off CEU Reimbursement ( up to $300/annually ) Ongoing Training Supervisor roles available for qualified team members Be a Leader in Clinical Education Backpack is home to a growing Residency and Fellowship Program for new clinicians. As part of our team, you can choose to mentor early-career providers, contribute to program development, and help shape the future of behavioral healthcare. ? Qualifications: Must hold one of the following Illinois licenses : LPC, LCPC, LMSW, LCSW Comfortable working independently in a remote environment Passion for serving children, teens, and young adults Bilingual (Spanish) strongly preferred! Ready to Join a Mission That Matters? At Backpack Healthcare, we're not just offering a job—we're offering purpose, flexibility, and the chance to change lives every day. If you're ready to be part of a collaborative, empowering, and innovative mental health movement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us build a brighter future—one session at a time. Backpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team. We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team. Backpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team. We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team.

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