Direct Care Staff / Mental Health

Overview

• PART-TIME OPPORTUNITY
• Are you passionate about mental health and looking for some extra income? This part-time clinician role may be the perfect fit for you! This rewarding opportunity provides direct care on Saturdays from 7 : 00am to 3 : 30pm or 3 : 00 to 11 : 30 p.m. at our housing site in Fairview Heights, IL. This role will provide client-centered and client-driven services in client homes (group setting) that will focus on community support in apartment, conflict resolution, symptom management, group services / outings, and more. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, empathy, and a strong commitment to helping individuals in need. Chestnut Health Systems is a leading provider of behavioral and primary health care services. Over four decades, Chestnut has grown to almost 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.
• Please note to be considered for a position you must attach a resume, complete the application, and answer all screening questions. Responsibilities Provide client-centered services : assessment, therapy, community support, and medication management. Use evidence-based practices for skill development and facilitate individual, roommate, family, and group therapy. Connect clients with additional clinical resources. Assume a leadership role with minimal guidance and oversight. Promote the recovery model : trauma-informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, health / wellness, and spirituality / connectedness.Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent, and 6 months of peer or social service experience; OR CRSS or CPRS certification; OR Bachelor’s degree and CADC certification; OR Master’s degree. Valid driver’s license, private auto insurance, and must be insurable. Basic computer skills, including MS Office and electronic medical records. Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We’d love to explore the possibilities with you.Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.EOE – Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $19.00 - $24.31 per hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to : job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity. Check out additional benefits here!

Salary : $19 - $24