About the job
Backpack Healthcare seeks a Bilingual Licensed Psychotherapist to provide virtual therapy for children, teens, and young adults throughout Illinois. This remote role requires an active Illinois clinical license. The organization is clinician-led and minority-owned, with a mission to help clinicians and the communities they serve thrive.
Locations
- Remote (serving clients in Illinois)
- Champaign, IL
- Chicago, IL
- Naperville, IL
- Peoria, IL
- Springfield, IL
Role overview
- Conduct virtual therapy sessions for children, adolescents, and young adults
- Deliver care in both English and Spanish, working with families from a range of backgrounds
- Support efforts to reduce barriers to culturally responsive mental health care
Requirements
- Active Illinois clinical license
- Fluency in Spanish and English
- Desire to serve diverse communities, especially Spanish-speaking families
- Commitment to expanding access to mental health care
Schedule and compensation
- Part-time: up to 22 sessions per week
- Full-time: up to 36 sessions per week
- Typical hours: weekdays 2 PM–9 PM; weekend availability is a plus
- Compensation: $45–$65 per billable hour, depending on license level
Backpack Healthcare is expanding rapidly in Illinois, especially among Spanish-speaking families. Bilingual therapists interested in making a lasting impact are encouraged to apply.
