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Job description
Description: Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician (LSW, LCSW, LCPC)
Clinical Job?: Yes
Merit Eligible?: No (1099 Contractor Role)
Patient Facing Job?: Yes
Summary
Reporting to the Program Manager of Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center, the Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician (LSW, LCSW, LCPC) provides supportive counseling services to individuals impacted by cancer, including patients, survivors, and caregivers.
This role delivers short-term, participant-centered counseling within a community-based setting, focusing on emotional support, coping strategies, and overall well-being. Services include individual counseling and group-based support, including the facilitation of support groups.
The Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician fosters a safe, compassionate, and trauma-informed environment while supporting participants in navigating the emotional and psychosocial impacts of cancer. This role aligns with the mission, vision, and values of Waterford Place and Rush by providing accessible, high-quality behavioral health support.
Responsibilities
Provides individual counseling sessions to support participants with emotional, psychosocial, and adjustment-related concerns
Facilitates or co-facilitates support groups for individuals impacted by cancer, including patients, survivors, and caregivers
Utilizes evidence-informed therapeutic approaches within scope of licensure
Adapts counseling approach based on participant needs, goals, and comfort level
Maintains appropriate clinical documentation in accordance with program standards (non-EMR or light documentation model)
Follows established program protocols for confidentiality, safety, and participant care
Creates a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed environment for all participants
Demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills
Communicates professionally and respectfully with participants, staff, and community partners as appropriate
Collaborates with program staff to support a coordinated participant experience
Provides referrals to external resources or higher levels of care when appropriate
Maintains awareness of community-based resources to support participant needs
Participates in team meetings, trainings, and program activities as requested
Maintains confidentiality of all participant information in accordance with HIPAA and ethical standards
Works independently with minimal supervision
Other Information
Required Job Qualifications: Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related behavioral health field
Current Illinois license in good standing (LSW, LCSW, or LCPC)
Experience providing counseling or behavioral health support services
Strong communication, interpersonal, and clinical judgment skills
Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries
Knowledge of confidentiality standards, ethics, and professional practice guidelines
Preferred Job Qualifications: Experience working with cancer patients, survivors, or individuals with chronic health conditions
Experience in grief support, adjustment to illness, or trauma-informed care
Experience facilitating support groups or psychoeducational group programming
Familiarity with community-based or nonprofit service models
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
Disclaimer
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
$80-$100/hour
Worksite address
aurora, IL, 60505, US
Who can apply
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