Behavioral Health Clinician

Chestnut Health Systems • Bloomington, IL

2d • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Your career in behavioral health starts here. At Chestnut Health Systems, we believe great clinicians are developed through meaningful experience, supportive mentorship, and a passion for helping others. If you're ready to launch your career while making a lasting difference in the lives of individuals and families, we'd love to meet you. Chestnut is seeking Behavioral Health Clinicians to join our growing team in Bloomington, Illinois. This opportunity is designed for bachelor's-level professionals and early career master's-level clinicians who are ready to build their clinical skills in a collaborative, recovery-oriented environment. Our clinicians work alongside experienced professionals across outpatient, residential, integrated care, and justice-involved programs, serving adults, adolescents, and families experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. Every day offers opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact. Whether you're beginning your behavioral health career or taking the next step toward professional licensure, Chestnut provides the support, experience, and mentorship to help you succeed. Why You'll Love This Role: Build your clinical career with one of the region's leading integrated behavioral health organizations. Learn from experienced clinicians who are invested in your professional growth. Gain valuable experience across mental health, substance use treatment, integrated healthcare, and community-based services. Work with diverse client populations in a variety of treatment settings. Develop assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and treatment planning skills that prepare you for long-term career success. Be part of a collaborative team that believes recovery is possible and every individual deserves compassionate, high-quality care.

Requirements

• Behavioral Health Clinician I: Bachelor’s degree in counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral health field.
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Valid driver's license, private automobile insurance, and eligibility for agency vehicle insurance coverage.
• Behavioral Health Clinician II: Bachelor's degree with five years of supervised mental health experience OR Master’s degree in counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral health field with fewer than 1,000 hours of supervised mental health experience.
• Experience with an electronic medical record (EMR) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health and substance use assessments.
• Partner with clients to develop individualized treatment, continuing care, and discharge plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling services.
• Facilitate psychoeducational, therapeutic, and skills-based groups.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, recovery specialists, case managers, and community partners to coordinate client care.
• Participate in court-involved and justice-related services when assigned.
• Support interns, students, or other team members as appropriate.
• Promote trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care in every client interaction.
• Uphold Chestnut's standards for customer service excellence while maintaining confidentiality of all client and organizational information.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program and organizational needs.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development and continuing education
• Career advancement opportunities across behavioral health, integrated care, prevention, and community services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level