Clinical Counselor

Youth Outreach Services

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Chicago, IL Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

Position Title: Clinical Counselor

Locations: Pilsen & Clinton

Schedule: Mon–Thurs (12 PM–8 PM), Fri (9 AM–5 PM) | Full-time

Full-Time | Salary: $55K–$58K (based on experience & qualifications)

Position Overview:

Youth Outreach Services is seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Clinical Counselor to support youth and families facing mental and behavioral health challenges. This is an amazing opportunity to make a real impact while working in a flexible and supportive environment.

What You’ll Do:

Reporting to the Program Manager, you'll provide individual, group, and family counseling using various intervention models. You'll create and monitor treatment plans, and when needed, conduct home or school visits to ensure clients receive consistent support.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, or a related field
  • Preferred licensure: LPC, LSW, AMFT, or CADC
  • Experience working with adolescents in a counseling setting
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (insurance required)
  • Must be bilingual in Spanish and English

What We Offer:

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short/Long-Term Disability options.
  • Retirement Plan: 403(b) with eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous accruals to support work-life balance.
  • Additional Perks: Mileage reimbursement (specific to this position).

How to Apply:
Please apply through our website by submitting your resume. Candidates will receive a brief questionnaire as part of the next step in the process.

YOS is an E-Verify participating employer.

At Youth Outreach Services, we’re committed to equity and inclusion. We proudly serve diverse communities and welcome professionals who reflect the youth we support.

Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace and compliance with this policy is a condition of employment and continued employment.

About this role

Summary

Provide counseling, create treatment plans, support youth and families facing mental health challenges

Job title

Clinical Counselor

Experience level

none

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Chicago, IL; remote work not specified

Salary

$55k–$58k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

counselingsocial worklicensure

Preferred skills

bilingual in Spanish and English

Specializations

adolescentsmental healthbehavioral health
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chicago, IL, USA

On-site City