Crisis Intervention Clinician (Days)

Chestnut Health Systems•Granite City, IL

About The Position

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a Crisis Intervention Clinician to provide advanced clinical crisis services and leadership support within a 24/7 crisis intervention program. The full-time role serves as a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA), conducting crisis assessments, completing clinical documentation, and determining medical necessity while supporting team operations and mentoring less experienced staff. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday with a flexible schedule, and participates in maintaining 24/7 crisis coverage, including scheduled after-hours and on-call responsibilities. Chestnut Health Systems provides integrated substance use, mental health, and primary care services in Illinois and Missouri, and also conducts research and training. The clinician delivers crisis intervention and related services, supports stabilization and recovery, provides clinical guidance to non-licensed staff, and collaborates with hospitals, law enforcement, courts, and community partners. The anticipated starting salary for new hires is $54,000–$61,000 annually.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a human services field.
Must qualify as a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA) in Illinois.
Active Illinois licensure as an LMFT, LCSW, or LCPC.
Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, and insurability.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and decision-making skills.
Ability to manage high-risk, fast-paced situations with professionalism and sound judgment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with diverse populations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with organizational and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in crisis intervention, behavioral health, or emergency services.

Responsibilities

Complete crisis assessments, safety plans, and clinical documentation in accordance with program, agency, and funder requirements.
Provide LPHA-level review and authorization of medical necessity, including signing required clinical documentation.
Deliver crisis intervention and related services, including immediate access services, court-ordered assessments, outpatient counseling, and group services.
Provide case management, community support, and linkage to community resources to support stabilization and recovery.
Complete documentation accurately and on time, including same-day assessments and safety plans and progress notes within required timeframes.
Maintain crisis-specific documentation, including petitions, certifications, risk assessments, and required reports for funders such as the Division of Mental Health.
Participate in maintaining 24/7 crisis coverage, including scheduled after-hours and on-call responsibilities.
Provide non-licensure (Rule 132) supervision and clinical guidance to non-licensed staff.
Support program operations, including scheduling coverage and responding to emerging service needs.
Participate in team meetings, staffings, and program development activities.
Promote and model recovery-oriented, trauma-informed care, including hope, respect, empowerment, wellness, and connectedness.
Provide clinical guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff and interns.
Support a collaborative team environment and contribute to program improvements and special projects.
Foster positive relationships with hospitals, law enforcement, courts, and community partners.
Promote professionalism, accountability, and customer service excellence.