Perinatal Social Worker

Description:

Hopeful Beginnings of St. Mary’s, a nonprofit organization dedicated to maternal mental health and community-focused support, is seeking a licensed, trauma-informed Perinatal Therapist to join their mission-driven team as an independent contractor. This remote role offers the opportunity to provide culturally responsive, evidence-based therapy to individuals and couples navigating the complex emotional landscape of the perinatal period—from conception through two years postpartum.

The ideal candidate is passionate about reproductive justice, maternal well-being, and delivering inclusive, compassionate mental health care within a supportive nonprofit model.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and/or couple’s therapy tailored to perinatal clients, covering issues such as postpartum depression, anxiety, trauma, birth-related grief, and attachment challenges.

• Employ evidence-based therapeutic techniques including but not limited to CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and mindfulness practices.

• Maintain up-to-date, accurate clinical documentation and case notes in accordance with organizational and HIPAA standards.

• Participate in regular clinical supervision, peer consultation, and case coordination meetings.

• Collaborate effectively with other care providers such as doulas, case managers, and support teams to deliver integrated client care.

• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and nonjudgmental environment for all clients, regardless of background or circumstance.

• Uphold strict confidentiality and ethical standards as outlined by the profession and state law.

Qualifications:

• LCSW, LCPC, or other valid Illinois clinical mental health license (active and in good standing).

• At least 2 years of relevant clinical experience; perinatal-specific clinical experience strongly preferred.

• Deep understanding of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), trauma-informed care, and early attachment.

• Demonstrated ability to provide culturally competent care and work with diverse populations.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently while managing a flexible caseload.

• Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred.

• PMH-C (Perinatal Mental Health Certification) is preferred or must be willing to obtain it during tenure.

Workplace Model:
Fully Remote (with optional office space available upon request)

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly rate based on qualifications and experience, or a 60/40 insurance split.

• Contractor status (1099) with flexible scheduling based on availability and client load.