Benefits:

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Vision insurance

Bilingual Mental Health Therapist (Spanish Speaking) | LCSW, LCPC, LMFT | Hybrid | Palatine, IL

Ellie Mental Health – Palatine

We are seeking a bilingual Spanish-speaking Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) or license-eligible clinician to join our growing outpatient therapy team at Ellie Mental Health in Palatine.

This clinician must be fluent in both Spanish and English and able to provide therapy in both languages to support the needs of our diverse community.

Important: Some job boards may list this role as remote. While we offer hybrid flexibility based on client needs, this role is primarily in person at our Palatine office. Clinicians should expect to work at least 70 percent of their time in office.

Applicants must:

• Be licensed or license eligible in Illinois • Live in Illinois • Be fluent in Spanish and English • Be comfortable working primarily in person at our Palatine clinic

Caseload Expectation

Full-time clinicians maintain a caseload of approximately 25 client sessions per week.

About Ellie Mental Health

At Ellie Mental Health, we believe therapy should be real, human, and accessible.

Our mission is to expand access to high-quality mental health care while creating an environment where clinicians feel supported, valued, and empowered to do their best work.

Ellie was proudly founded on the principle of destigmatizing mental health. The mental health industry is full of barriers, and we are committed to breaking down those barriers through creativity, compassion, and community-centered care.

Our culture is built on the values of:

• Authenticity • Humor • Compassion • Creativity • Acceptance • Determination

Ellie therapists are encouraged to bring their authentic selves and creativity into the therapy room. We value clinicians who are collaborative, culturally responsive, and excited to serve diverse communities.

Our Palatine clinic supports clients throughout the northwest suburbs including Arlington Heights, Schaumburg, Barrington, Hoffman Estates, and Rolling Meadows, and we are especially committed to expanding Spanish-speaking mental health services in our community.

What We Offer

• Unique pay model with industry-leading compensation • Comfortable, fully furnished therapy offices and clinic environment • A collaborative and supportive clinical team • A company rooted in the values of creativity, humor, compassion, acceptance, determination, and authenticity • Opportunities for professional growth and consultation • Hybrid scheduling flexibility based on client needs • Additional benefits and perks

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic assessments and establish appropriate mental health diagnoses • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans • Provide high-quality therapy sessions in Spanish and English when appropriate • Maintain accurate and timely documentation including diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes according to company policy • Maintain a caseload of approximately 25 client sessions per week for full-time clinicians • Collaborate with families, schools, medical providers, case managers, and other care team members when appropriate • Participate in clinical staff meetings, trainings, and consultation • Utilize creativity in interventions to help clients achieve their goals • Contribute to a supportive and positive clinic culture • Other meaningful responsibilities that support our clients and our team

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Fluent in Spanish and English and able to provide therapy in both languages • Master’s degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, or related behavioral health field from an accredited university • Licensed in Illinois (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, PsyD, PhD) or actively working toward licensure • Experience completing diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, and clinical case notes • Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Spanish and English • Ability to demonstrate and maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients • Ability to complete documentation in a timely manner • Comfort working with a diverse client population

Flexible work from home options available.