We’re hiring. Come grow with us!
Are you a therapist looking for a place to learn and grow while being surrounded by an amazing and supportive team. Come join Individual and Family Connection!
Individual and Family Connection is a group private practice located in Chicago, IL and River Forest, IL. We specialize in treating children, families, and young adults. At IFC, we use a unique approach called Through the Eyes of the Child, where we strive to see the world from the perspective of the child.
Our Philosophy
Julianne Neely
Founder and Executive Director
Our People
Ritamaria Laird
Clinical Director
Join Our Team
If you want to focus on being a clinician and treating your clients – while offloading administrative tasks – IFC may be the place for you. We offer both part- and full-time employment opportunities.
Roles:
● Provide child and family therapy
● Work with clients in-person (at one of our two offices) or virtually
● Develop and maintain relationships with IFC staff, clients, families, outside professionals, and members of the community
● Learn and grow professionally while being surrounded by experienced therapists, mentors, and a supportive team
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Practice management services including intake coordination, client insurance verification, registration, billing, accounting, and appointment scheduling
Access to user-friendly electronic medical records for easy note taking
Our therapists love being part of the IFC family
“I value the freedom to create truly individual and creative treatment plans that meet the needs of my clients, often based around play therapy techniques. IFC has given me the opportunity to develop new skills and reacquaint myself with some I haven’t had the opportunity to use for a while.”
Ruth C Mills, MSW, LCSW, Therapist, Clinical Supervisor
“The culture and the people at IFC have made me feel really supported as a new therapist. I also love that IFC as a group feels like a learning organization – everyone shares ideas, podcasts, case support, and therapy assets.”
Sare Griffis, MSW, LSW, Therapist
“Working at IFC allows me to do something everyday to help impact the lives of our youth, our future. I believe in all that IFC stands for and our mission is the same.”
Erin Fisher, LCSW, Therapist and Marketing Coordinator
There are so many opportunities for personal and professional growth at IFC. I feel very supported by the therapists to be the best version of myself.
Mary Clare, MSW, LSW, Therapist
Our Offices
River Forest (Oak Park)
7357 W North Avenue
River Forest, IL 60305
Chicago (Bucktown)
1806 N Damen Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
Want to join the team? Let’s get started!
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