Outpatient Assessment Clinician

OverviewAre you drawn to the helping professions? Have a heart for working with adults in recovery but haven’t necessarily earned a college degree in the field? A variety of educational and work experiences may qualify you for this full-time position based in Granite City, IL. Chestnut offers training and a career path. Many positions at Chestnut qualify for student loan forgiveness for those studying for an advanced degree!ResponsibilitiesProvide services identified in treatment/recovery/safety plan, primarily individual and group counseling. Use evidence-based practices including CRA. Provide education on mental health and substance use to encourage family involvement. Promote the recovery model of treatment including trauma-informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, health/wellness, and spirituality/connectedness.QualificationsMaster’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field with at least 1,000 hours of supervised mental health experience. Must be willing to be trained in Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA) and obtain CRA certification within 3 months following training. Basic computer skills and experience using MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, 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. Chestnut offers a new salary structure and robust benefits! EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.