Licensed Perinatal Therapist/Social Worker (Contract)

Location: Remote; office space available upon request
Type: Contractor
Organization: Hopeful Beginnings
Reports to: Clinical Supervisor

Position Summary:

Hopeful Beginnings is seeking a licensed, trauma-informed Perinatal Therapist to join our team as an independent contractor. The therapist will provide culturally responsive, client-centered therapy to individuals and/or couples experiencing mental health challenges during the perinatal period. This role is ideal for a clinician passionate about maternal mental health, reproductive justice, and working within a nonprofit, community-focused model.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and/or couple’s therapy to clients during the perinatal period (conception through two years postpartum).

• Maintain timely documentation in compliance with organizational standards.

• Utilize evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT, EMDR, ACT, mindfulness, etc.) adapted to perinatal mental health.

• Participate in regular consultation and supervision meetings as required.

• Collaborate with case managers, doulas, or other support providers as needed.

• Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and professional ethics.

• Contribute to a compassionate, inclusive, and nonjudgmental service environment.

Qualifications:

• LCSW; LCPC or other licensed mental health professional

• Active clinical license in Illinois

• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience; perinatal mental health experience preferred.

• Knowledge of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), trauma, and attachment.

• Strong understanding of culturally competent and inclusive care.

• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible caseload.

• Bilingual Spanish preferred

• PMH-C (Perinatal Mental Health Certification) preferred or willingness to obtain.

Compensation:

Competitive hourly rate based on experience or 60/40 insurance split.

This is a 1099 contractor position with flexible scheduling.

To Apply:

Please send your resume, cover letter, and proof of licensure to information@hopefulbeginning.org. In your cover letter, include a brief statement about your experience with or interest in perinatal mental health and working with diverse communities.

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Clinical License (Preferred)

Source: LinkedIn