Lead Community Mental Health Therapist in Alton, Illinois at Blue Kite Wellness

Lead Community Mental Health Therapist (Master's Level)

Location: Madison and Macoupin Counties (ie. Alton, Edwardsville, Hillsboro, Nakomis, etc.)
Work Setting: Hybrid — In-home and telehealth services

At Blue Kite Wellness, we are committed to providing accessible, compassionate, individualized, and holistic mental health services to children, teens, and families. We strive to deliver high-quality, community-based care that meets families where they are and supports meaningful, lasting change.

We are seeking a Lead Community Mental Health Therapist to join our clinical team. In this role, you will provide ongoing, evidence-based outpatient psychotherapy through regularly scheduled sessions, focusing on symptom reduction, emotional wellness, skill development, and progress toward individualized treatment goals. Services are delivered using a client-centered approach grounded in CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed care.

This position includes providing home-based and community-based therapy as part of a program designed to expand access to behavioral health services by delivering care directly in clients’ natural environments.

In addition, you will provide clinical support and oversight to a small team of Family Mentors and a Support Clinician, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support coordinated, effective care and sustained client progress.

Why Join Blue Kite Wellness?

• Meaningful Work: Make a direct difference in the lives of children and families in your community.
• Consistent Scheduling: Predictable hours and structured scheduling support work-life balance while fostering strong client relationships.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training, supervision, and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career.
• Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative, inclusive team that values compassion, diversity, and flexibility.
• Focus on Clinical Care: Our administrative team manages referrals, client onboarding, billing, and insurance, allowing you to focus on client care and clinical outcomes.

Become part of a team dedicated to helping families thrive while building a rewarding career with purpose.

Position Overview

As a Lead Community Mental Health Therapist, you will provide individual and family therapy services to children, adolescents, and families experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges. You will collaborate with caregivers, natural supports, and community providers to deliver coordinated, strength-based care while helping guide a small clinical support team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and families.
• Utilize evidence-based interventions, including CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed care.
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor client progress.
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning as needed.
• Collaborate with caregivers, natural supports, schools, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Support and collaborate with Family Mentors and Support Clinicians to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in clinical supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• Meet one of the following clinical requirements:

• One year of supervised clinical experience under a QMHP; or
• Completion of 1,000 practicum hours; or
• Completion of a supervised clinical internship.

• Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience providing community-based services is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license, valid auto insurance, and reliable transportation to travel to client locations.

Schedule Requirements

Availability is required for four weekdays and one weekend day each week. Work hours generally fall between 12:00 PM–8:00 PM on weekdays and 10:00 AM–6:00 PM on weekends, based on client needs.

Compensation & Work Structure

This position includes a combination of direct and indirect client care responsibilities and may be offered as either a salaried or hourly role, based on candidate qualifications, availability, and organizational needs.

Individuals in this role typically provide 22–25 hours per week of direct client care and 10–15 hours per week of indirect client care. Direct client care includes the provision of individual and family therapy services in clients' homes or via telehealth, as well as collaboration and intervention with caregivers, natural supports, and interdisciplinary team members. Indirect client care includes documentation, travel between client locations, care coordination, clinical supervision, and required training and professional development activities.

For salaried employees, annual compensation ranges from $60,000 to $65,000. For hourly employees, direct client care services are compensated at $40.00–$50.00 per hour, while indirect client care and administrative activities are compensated at $17.05 per hour. Compensation for hourly employees is based on actual hours worked. Placement within the posted compensation ranges is determined based on experience, licensure status, credentials, and overall qualifications. Mileage is paid at the IRS recommended rate.

Benefits

Paid Holidays, Professional Development Stipend, Employee Referral Program, Paid Time Off, Medical and Dental Insurance.

Blue Kite Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports the unique contributions of all employees.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Blue Kite Wellness may use AI-powered tools to support administrative and operational functions, such as drafting job postings, developing training materials, and preparing internal communications. AI tools are not used to make hiring or employment decisions. All employment decisions are made by qualified personnel in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.