School Based Psychotherapist (Bilingual Spanish and English)

Psychotherapist

Location: 2724 W Cermak Rd, Suite A, Chicago, IL, 60608

Compensation (Based on experience and qualifications): $63,400- $75,100 (LPC and LSW preferred).

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Esperanza Health Centers, we’re more than a clinic—we’re a vibrant, mission-driven community where compassionate care meets professional growth. Our team operates under the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model, and every day, you’ll be part of making healthcare accessible, welcoming, and personalized.

We believe in supporting you—offering benefits that go beyond the basics:

• BCBS Medical PPO Plans
• Ameritas Dental & Eye Med Vision Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,000/year)
• 10 Paid Holidays + 16 Days of Paid Time Off
• Your Role & Impact

As a Psychotherapist, you’ll be a vital member of the care team contributing to the provision of high-quality, patient-centered healthcare. You’ll support clinical operations and patient care by providing direct behavioral health clinical services to children, adolescents, adults, and families to improve psychosocial functioning at assigned clinical site, which can include school-based locations.

Patient Care & Enhancing Care Flow

• Provide trauma informed, affirming, culturally appropriate and compassionate psychotherapy services in individual and group settings.
• Provide comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of behavioral health patients.
• Provide effective treatment planning and assist clients in successfully achieving goals.
• Assist in the detection of “at risk” patients and development of plans to prevent further psychological or physical deterioration.
• Evaluate crisis situations and apply appropriate interventions.

Collaborative Support & Communication

• Practice clinical consultation with peers when appropriate and as assigned by the Behavioral Health Lead.
• Help in the creation of systems to ensure integration of behavioral health services into overall health care provision at Esperanza
• Develop contacts with community resources and serve as patient advocate as appropriate.
• Participate in the development and modification of clinic programs as indicated.
• Always conduct themselves in a professional manner, practice open and respectful communication, problem solving skills, and self-care.

Administrative Duties

• Write Behavioral health support letters for patients who need them.
• Keep the highest standards for documentation and confidentiality for patients care.
• Participate in staff meetings and supervision.
• Meeting productivity and Quality Improvement measures and goals.
• Timely attend team member trainings and performance development.
• Be accountable for personal and professional growth with continuing education seminars/workshops as required for re-licensure.