Housing Clinician PT

Chestnut Health Systems•Pontoon Beach, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This part-time clinician role may be the perfect fit for you! This rewarding opportunity provides direct care on Saturdays from 3:00 to 11:30 p.m. at our housing site in Pontoon Beach, 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and be a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) in good standing with the State of Illinois; OR have a Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, education, psychology or related human service field; OR have a Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, education, psychology or related human service field and be a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC); OR have a Master’s degree in counseling, social work, education, psychology or related human service field.
Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance and be insurable (when applicable).
Basic computer skills and experience to include MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and an electronic medical record (EMR).
Satisfactory completion of Chestnut’s background checking process.

Responsibilities

Stay on top of essential paperwork like assessments and recovery plans.
Ensure all treatment plans and assessments are ready before they are due.
Wrap up about 80% of progress notes within two days of meeting with a client.
Provide support tailored specifically to each client’s individual recovery and safety goals.
Manage a consistent schedule to meet productivity goals.
Handle behind-the-scenes details, like getting service approvals and checking on housing referrals.
Use a trauma-informed approach, leading with hope, respect, and empowerment.
Use positive, recovery-focused language in written notes and daily conversations.
Act as a bridge, linking clients to vital resources like housing and substance use treatment.
Work closely with teammates and the client’s support network.
Attend regular meetings to brainstorm ideas, back up teammates, and take on leadership opportunities.
Use proven, evidence-based methods in therapy sessions.
Provide services in the community or in environments where the client feels most comfortable.
Complete regular trainings, earn CEUs, and participate in clinical supervision.
Maintain the highest level of confidentiality.