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.
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.
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years’ supervised mental health experience and 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.
Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs when that’s the case. Chestnut is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! You might be just the right candidate for another role. 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. Check out additional benefits here!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Five years of supervised mental health experience
- Obtain Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC) certification within two years of hire
- Willingness to complete Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA) training and obtain certification within three months after training
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic medical records
What We Do
Chestnut is an AI-powered mortgage company and lender that rebuilds home financing around automation. Its AI reviews borrower documents, compares loan options, and processes applications, reducing operating costs and typically lowering rates by about 0.5%. The company supports home purchases, refinances, cash-out loans, home-equity loans, and HELOCs, while providing each borrower with a dedicated human loan expert by text, email, or phone.
