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Part-time mental health support workers often face challenges such as building rapport with clients in limited hours, managing shift transitions, and staying updated with ongoing care plans. Effective communication with full-time staff and diligent note-taking can help ensure continuity of care. Additionally, seeking regular supervision and participating in team meetings, even on a part-time schedule, can enhance support and provide opportunities to discuss any concerns or complex cases.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Mental Health Support Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,962 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Part-Time Mental Health Therapist

Chicago, IL

Tides Mental Health
Offices of Mental Health Practitioners • 1 - 10 employees
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Part-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

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About Tides Mental Health (TidesMentalHealth.com):

Founded in 2023, Tides Mental Health is a growing private practice dedicated to providing exceptional mental health care to individuals, couples and families in our community. We believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where clients can explore their challenges and discover paths to healing and growth. We are seeking a skilled therapist who is passionate about improving the client-therapist relationship and enhancing the overall client experience. At Tides, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the culture and make a meaningful contribution to our vision to revolutionize mental health care.

At Tides Mental Health, our mission is to serve as a safe harbor for healing and growth. We strive to transform the delivery of mental health care through unparalleled compassion, collaboration, accessibility and creativity.

Job Description:

We are seeking a talented and motivated Mental Health Therapist who is passionate about delivering top-tier mental health care and is ready to grow with us. This position is open to both independent, clinically licensed therapists (LCSWs, LCPCs, LMFTs) and therapists requiring supervision. Regardless of where you are in your career, this position offers the opportunity to make a profound impact on our client’s lives and help shape the future of mental healthcare delivery.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy to clients, tailoring your approach to each individual's unique needs.
  • Work collaboratively with clients, their families, and other healthcare providers to coordinate and optimize care.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative, personalized treatment experiences, leveraging cutting-edge technology and novel therapies.
  • Actively participate in the cultivation of Tides' culture, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Assist in developing best practices to improve the client-therapist relationship and overall client experience.
  • Assist in ad-hoc marketing related efforts in order to boost a diverse and strong client base
  • Report directly to the Chief Clinical Officer, contributing to Tides' strategic growth and vision.

Qualifications:

  • Licensed to practice in the state of Illinois and/or Graduated from a Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field from an accredited program
  • Demonstrated proficiency in a range of therapeutic modalities
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong commitment to Tides' mission and core values
  • Passionate about participating in an entrepreneurial, growing startup environment

Tides Mental Health is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

This is a chance to join a pioneering team and make a substantial impact on a growing mental health startup. At Tides Mental Health, you can truly make a difference. Apply today to join us in transforming mental health care.

Job Types: Part-time

  • Part-Time: 8 – 20 Session Hours per Week (final weekly hours will be mutually agreed upon within this range, based on employee preference and business needs)

Work Location: In person at our Chicago office with flexibility to work remotely.

Compensation listed is per session and increases based on experience, tenure, etc.