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Job description
Housing Clinician
Chestnut Health Systems™ is seeking a part-time Housing Clinician 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, person-centered care delivered in both office and community-based settings.
The Housing Clinician plays a critical role in assessment, treatment planning, service delivery, and coordination with internal teams and community partners, particularly those supporting housing stability and substance use recovery.
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 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.
This part-time position is scheduled to work Saturday/or Sunday from 10:00 AM to 6 PM (this shift is flexible up to an hour either way).
The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $21.00 - $22.00 an hour.
Responsibilities
Deliver individual, family, and group services using trauma-informed and recovery-focused practices
Carry out care based on clients' personalized treatment and safety plans
Deliver care directly in clients' natural environments when appropriate
Complete assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and service authorizations on time
Submit all progress notes within 48 hours of service and finish plans before due dates
Keep all client and organizational information strictly private
Fulfill training, continuing education, and supervision requirements (including Rule 132)
Conduct screenings for new housing referrals as assigned
Connect clients with housing supports, substance use treatment, and community resources
Consistently achieve assigned service levels and workload expectations
Work closely with internal teams, community partners, and client support systems to improve outcomes
Participate in team meetings, case staffings, and program development
Assist and cover for team members when needed
Qualifications
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
Are you intrigued by this job but don't meet every single requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you're excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn't line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We'd love to explore the possibilities with you.
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.
EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.
The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $21.00 - $22.00 an hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity.
Worksite address
bethalto, IL, 62010, US
Who can apply
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