Mental Health Clinician PT

Chestnut Health Systems•Fairview Heights, IL

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About The Position

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a Housing Clinician to provide recovery-oriented, trauma-informed mental health services to individuals involved in housing programs. The role supports consumers in achieving stability, wellness, and independence through individualized, consumer-driven services delivered in office and community-based settings. The clinician contributes to assessments, treatment planning, service delivery, and coordination with community and internal partners, particularly those supporting housing stability and substance use recovery. Chestnut Health Systems provides integrated substance use, mental health, and primary care services in Illinois and Missouri. The organization combines behavioral health care with community-based primary care and is recognized for research, training, and innovation. This part-time position works Saturdays from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Evening, overnight, and weekend shifts qualify for extra pay. The anticipated starting pay for new hires is $21.00–$22.00 per hour; base pay depends on factors including qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and five years of social service or peer experience; or Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS); or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS); or a bachelor’s degree.
Valid driver’s license and private automobile insurance.
Basic computer proficiency with Outlook, MS Word, and an electronic medical record (EMR).

Responsibilities

Facilitate individual, family, and group sessions using evidence-based therapeutic modalities tailored to clients’ recovery and safety goals.
Use a trauma-informed, strengths-based framework and recovery-focused language in clinical interactions and treatment planning.
Provide flexible, direct services in client-centered community settings to reduce barriers to care.
Complete timely clinical assessments, diagnostic updates, and individualized recovery plans to maintain continuity of care.
Connect clients with community resources, including housing and substance use treatment; obtain service authorizations and monitor referrals.
Collaborate with internal care teams, external service providers, clients, and their personal support networks on coordinated care plans.
Maintain accurate medical records, completing at least 80% of progress notes within 48 hours of service delivery.
Manage a direct-service schedule to meet productivity standards while maintaining quality of care.
Follow HIPAA guidelines, the code of ethics, and organizational confidentiality protocols.
Participate in clinical supervision, required training, and continuing education to maintain clinical competencies.
Attend staff meetings, contribute to peer case consultations, support team coverage needs, and pursue professional leadership opportunities.