Outpatient Therapist

Chestnut Health Systems • Granite City, IL

1d • $54,000 - $61,000

About The Position

Chestnut Health Systems™ is seeking a full-time Outpatient Therapist to provide integrated co-occurring mental health and substance use services in Granite City, IL. This daytime position offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative, trauma-informed care environment focused on whole-person wellness and recovery.
This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus.
Since 1973, Chestnut Health Systems™ has grown to more than 800 compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care services throughout Illinois and Missouri. We deliver fully integrated care by combining behavioral health treatment with community-based primary health centers. Chestnut also conducts nationally recognized research and training initiatives across the United States.
We are committed to advancing health equity and providing high-quality, accessible services in underserved communities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field.
• Must qualify as a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA) in Illinois.
• Current Illinois licensure required: LMFT, LCSW, or LCPC.
• Willingness to complete training in the Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA) and obtain CRA certification within 3 months of training.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams, email, and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Ability and willingness to provide telehealth services as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Support clients in achieving self-directed recovery and regaining control of their lives.
• Deliver services using evidence-based practices, including the Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA).
• Promote recovery-oriented principles including trauma-informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, wellness, and connectedness.
• Coordinate care and link clients with community resources such as DCFS, probation/parole, courts, medical providers, and natural supports.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Provide telehealth services as required by funding sources, client needs, and supervisory direction.
• Foster positive relationships within Chestnut and the broader community to sustain a strong program reputation.

Benefits

• Chestnut offers a competitive compensation structure and robust benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level