Outpatient Clinician

Chestnut Health Systems•Granite City, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The region’s leading provider of integrated behavioral and primary health care is seeking an integrated outpatient clinician to work with our clients for co-occurring (Mental Health & Substance Use) services in Granite City or Belleville, IL. Chestnut Health Systems™ is a leading provider of integrated health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to more than 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. Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.

Requirements

Must have a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years’ supervised mental health experience
Obtain Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC) within 2 years of hire.
Must be willing to be trained in Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA) and obtain CRA certification within 3 months following training.
Basic computer skills including MS Office and an electronic medical record.

Responsibilities

Help consumers to regain control over their lives through self-directed recovery.
Promote the recovery model of treatment including trauma-informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, health/wellness, and spirituality/connectedness.
Use evidence-based practices focusing on individual, family, and group therapy.
Link clients to community resources including DCFS, probation/parole, courts, medical care, and natural supports.
Promote positive interactions within Chestnut and with the community to sustain a favorable program reputation.