Job Opportunities at Have Dreams

Chicago area Nonprofit Autism Resource Organization 

Have Dreams is a well-established, leading Chicago area autism resource nonprofit with locations in Park Ridge and Evanston. Founded in 1996, Have Dreams is a leader in resources for individuals and their families living with autism spectrum disorder. Have Dreams offers lifespan programs and services for individuals across the entire autism spectrum, including after-school programs, workforce training for adults with autism, a full day community-based program for adults, mental health and employment counseling, online and in-person trainings for educators and other professionals, and family support services. 

Part-Time Autism Mental Health Therapist

Have Dreams is seeking an experienced LPC, CRC, LCPC, LSW, or LCSW to join our team as a part-time therapist with a full-time option as the caseload grows at our Evanston location.

Description:

This candidate should have clinical mental health experience working with individuals (ages 10+) and families affected by an autism spectrum disorder.  Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership skills, flexibility, creativity, time management, and organization. They should be knowledgeable about various evidence-based interventions to support children, adolescents, adults, and families impacted by autism in working toward their mental health and/or employment-related goals. Candidates should also be comfortable facilitating individual and family therapy. We are looking for applicants seeking to continuously learn and develop new skills and who appreciate working collaboratively as a team.

Requirements:  

  • Master's degree in mental health counseling, rehabilitation counseling, or social work

  • Active Illinois license (CRC, LPC, LCPC, LSW, or LCSW)

  • Minimum 2 years experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorders and mental health conditions

Responsibilities:

  • Commit to providing both in-person and telehealth sessions based at our Evanston location, with a minimum caseload 10-12 clients

  • Maintain accurate, professional, and timely documentation of client sessions

  • Complete all clinical, case management, and billing-related paperwork in a timely manner

  • Support marketing/outreach efforts to support/build caseload

  • Participate in ongoing clinical supervision

Schedule: Daytime, evenings and/or Saturday hours with competitive pay

Contact: Interested candidates can email their resume to Lora Slutsky at lslutsky@havedreams.org

Have Dreams is an equal opportunity employer.