Housing Clinician

Chestnut Health Systems•Granite City, IL

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a Clinician II to provide recovery-oriented, trauma-informed mental health services to individuals involved in housing programs. This role supports consumers in achieving stability, wellness, and independence through individualized, consumer-driven services delivered in both office and community-based settings. The Clinician II plays a critical role in assessments, treatment planning, service delivery, and coordination with community and internal partners, particularly those supporting housing stability and substance use recovery. Chestnut Health Systems™ is a leading provider of integrated health care services, with over 800 employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. The organization provides fully integrated care by combining behavioral health care services with community-based primary care centers and is nationally recognized for research, training, and innovation.

Requirements

Must have a bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ supervised mental health experience; OR a master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field with less than 1,000 hours of supervised mental health experience
Must have a valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance and be insurable
Requires basic computer skills and experience to include MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and an electronic medical record (EMR)
Effective communication with employees, consumers, potential consumers, and support systems.
Ability to respond effectively and calmly in conflict or emotional situations.
Good keyboarding skills.
Data entry experience – preferably with an electronic health record or electronic billing system.
Knowledge of standard office procedures and use of office equipment.

Responsibilities

Stay on top of essential paperwork—like assessments and recovery plans—to make sure our clients receive the best care possible.
Ensure all treatment plans and assessments are ready before they’re due to ensure there are no gaps in service.
Wrap up about 80% of your progress notes within two days of meeting with a client, keeping everyone’s records fresh and accurate.
Provide support that’s tailored specifically to each client’s individual recovery and safety goals.
Manage a consistent schedule to meet productivity goals while ensuring every client gets the attention they deserve.
Handle the "behind-the-scenes" details, like getting service approvals and checking on housing referrals, so our clients can access the resources they need.
Use a trauma-informed approach, leading with hope, respect, and empowerment to help clients feel connected and supported.
Use positive, recovery-focused language in both written notes and daily conversations with clients.
Act as a bridge, linking clients to vital resources like housing and substance use treatment.
Work closely with teammates and the client’s own support network to create the best possible outcomes.
Attend regular meetings to brainstorm ideas, back up teammates when they need a hand, and take on leadership opportunities as you grow.
Use proven, evidence-based methods in therapy sessions, whether working with individuals, families, or groups.
Whenever possible, provide services right in the community or in environments where the client feels most comfortable.
Complete regular trainings, earn CEUs, and participate in clinical supervision to keep skills top-notch.
Maintain the highest level of confidentiality, ensuring that clients' personal information is always protected.