Clinical Counselor IYC

Position Title

Clinical Counselor

Illinois Youth Center - Chicago

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

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.

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.

• 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)

• 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).

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.