Licensed Mental Health Professional (LCPC/LCSW)

At Helping Hand, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive. For more than 70 years, we've empowered children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, fulfilling lives through compassionate care, education, and clinical services.

We're looking for a Licensed Mental Health Professional (LCPC/LCSW) who is passionate about making a lasting impact. If you're seeking a career where you can build meaningful relationships, collaborate with an exceptional interdisciplinary team, and help individuals reach their fullest potential, we'd love to meet you.

As a Licensed Mental Health Professional, you'll provide compassionate, person-centered counseling services while helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges. You'll partner with clients to develop treatment goals, celebrate progress, and empower them to achieve greater independence and emotional well-being.

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:

• On-site position, Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week.
• Salary range $56,000-$71,000/year (salaried/exempt).
• Salary based on skills and experience.
• Up to 6% annual bonus potential
• 403b retirement plan with up to a 4% company match.

HELPING HAND PERKS:

• Purpose-driven work that changes lives.
• Team member appreciation events and year-round recognition.
• Traditional medical (BCBS of IL), dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid Group Life/AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness support.
• Generous PTO, including paid holidays, vacation, and accrued sick time.
• PSLF-qualifying employer under the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Provide individual and group counseling services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and measurable therapeutic goals.
• Support families and caregivers through education and counseling when appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians, clinicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to provide exceptional client care.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and ethical clinical documentation.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings and multidisciplinary care discussions.
• Monitor client progress and adjust interventions to support successful outcomes.
• Promote dignity, independence, self-determination, and quality of life for every individual served.
• Ensure compliance with CARF, DHS, IDPH, HIPAA, and Helping Hand standards.
• Other duties as assigned.