About this opportunity
Heritage Behavioral Health Center- HBHC lists this Outpatient Therapist - Clinton, IL - Sign On Bonus Eligible opportunity in clinton, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Therapist – Clinton, Illinois
Salary: Range based on education, experience, and licensure or certification
Master's Degree: $60,000/annually + every other Friday off paid
Master's Degree + LPC, LSW, or CADC: $64,000/annually + every other Friday off paid
Master's Degree + LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT: $67,000/annually + every other Friday off paid
Sign On Bonus Eligible with one-year commitment: $5000
Schedule: Full-Time | Every other Friday off (paid wellness day)
Looking for a career where your work truly matters? Heritage Behavioral Health Center is hiring passionate professionals!
About Heritage Behavioral Health Center
We are a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic located in Decatur, Illinois who is dedicated to improving mental health and substance use care to individuals in a multi-county area. We recognize that all individuals at our organization have an impact on client care – regardless of the position they hold.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
Collaborative mission-driven work environment
Every other Friday off – paid wellness days
Competitive salaries aligned with state and national benchmarks
Loan forgiveness eligibility through NHSC
At Heritage, we believe in taking care of our staff's needs so that they can concentrate on taking care of the needs of the individuals we serve. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we treat them as such!
Your Role:
Therapist – Heritage Behavioral Health Center (Clinton, Illinois) As a Therapist at Heritage Behavioral Health Center, you will provide compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health services to individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders. You will play a key role in helping clients achieve recovery and improve their quality of life through individualized treatment planning, counseling, and therapeutic interventions.
Core Responsibilities:
Conduct screenings, assessments, and diagnostic evaluations to determine client needs.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and client goals.
Provide individual, group, and family counseling using evidence-based practices.
Deliver therapy services that address mental health and substance use challenges.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, person-centered care.
Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
Participate in crisis intervention and provide support during acute episodes.
Engage in community resources coordination to support recovery and wellness.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders, evidence-based treatment modalities, and recovery-oriented practices.
Skills in conducting comprehensive assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and developing treatment plans.
Strong counseling and therapy skills, including motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral techniques.
Ability to build therapeutic relationships and maintain professional boundaries.
Proficiency in clinical documentation and electronic health record systems.
Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse populations.
Ability to manage crisis situations calmly and effectively.
Commitment to ethical standards and continuous professional development.
Qualifications
Graduate degree in counseling, clinical psychology, social work, or other human service fields
Ability to obtain licensure as LPC, LSW, or certification as a CADC within 2 years
Minimum of 21 years of age
A valid driver's license, reliable means of transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
Heritage also offers the following with this position:
Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave
Wellness Benefits: Every other Friday off paid, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and fitness reimbursement
Insurance: Health, dental, vision, flex spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care), and additional life insurance. Health insurance includes substantial agency contributions toward the cost.
Retirement: 401k and Roth
Professional Growth: Tuition assistance and continuing education opportunities
Loan Forgiveness: Eligible through the National Health Service Corp
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a team that cares about your well-being as much as the individuals we serve!
Worksite address
clinton, IL, 61727, US
Who can apply
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