Pillars of Wellness is expanding its services across Illinois through partnerships with local shelters. We are seeking a compassionate and adaptable Shelter Services Therapist to join our team in a hybrid role.
This clinician will provide:
- Remote individual therapy sessions (telehealth)
- On-site group therapy services within partner shelter locations across Illinois
This role offers a unique opportunity to deliver trauma-informed care directly to underserved populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, and substance use challenges, while maintaining a flexible outpatient caseload.
This position also qualifies as a Center of Excellence (CoE) role, offering clinicians the opportunity to specialize in shelter-based services, contribute to program development, and grow into leadership within this service line.
- Facilitate on-site group therapy sessions at partnered shelter locations throughout Illinois
- Provide individual therapy remotely via telehealth for clients referred through shelter partnerships
- Utilize evidence-based, trauma-informed practices to support clients experiencing:
- Homelessness
- Domestic violence
- Substance use
- Complex mental health needs
- Collaborate with shelter staff and community partners to ensure coordinated, holistic care
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards
- Adapt therapeutic approaches to meet the diverse and evolving needs of shelter populations
- Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing program development
- Fully licensed or associate-level clinician (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
- Must hold an active Illinois (IL) license (or eligibility for licensure)
- Experience working with trauma, homelessness, domestic violence, or substance use preferred
- Ability to work effectively in non-traditional and community-based settings
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to culturally competent, person-centered care
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Full-time employees are eligible for a competitive total compensation package, including:
- Simple IRA with up to 3% company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Paid time off + 10 paid holidays
- Parental leave
- Wellness days
- Flexible schedule
- Work-from-home opportunities (telehealth portion)
- Weekly group supervision and supportive team environment
- Professional development assistance
- Career growth and leadership opportunities
- Tuition discount through Purdue Global University and Colorado Christian University
- Employee referral program
