DuPage County Health Department
Crisis Services Counselor - Crisis Follow Up Program
DuPage County Health Department, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Salary:
Depends on Qualifications
Location :
Illinois, IL
Job Type:
Full Time (40.0 hours per week)
Job Number:
24-00904
Service Unit:
Behavioral Health Services
Department:
Emergency Services
Opening Date:
09/11/2024
Description
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Your skills, experience, and passion are needed on our team. We are looking for a new team member to join us working as a Crisis Services Counselor in our Crisis Services - Crisis Follow Up program. The Crisis Follow Up Program works with clients who are coming from a crisis point of care and need support/linkage to ongoing services. Our evolving and dynamic treatment approaches aim to provide our clients with intensive, short-term interventions and supports immediately after a crisis.
This full-time position works Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Other opportunities exist on other shifts - please view our website () for other opportunities and feel free to apply for any position you are interested in.
Can you say benefits ? This position offers a full, DuPage County, benefit package which includes
12 paid holidays ,
3 weeks of paid vacation
per year and
paid sick time . This is also a
pension eligible
position which is like having a guaranteed retirement savings plan. Our employees are eligible for the
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Responsibilities
Utilizes evidence-based practices to provide outpatient psychotherapy and counseling to individuals following an episode in a crisis point of care.Manages a client caseload and maintains regular contact with clients, supporting needs while working to support transition to ongoing care.Provides crisis interventions as needed.Provides diagnostic assessments and updates.Monitors service delivery across providers including primary health, behavioral health, community health, dental and wellness recovery planningProvides referrals to community resources and monitors service delivery across providers in order to promote successful whole health treatment outcomesCollaborates in team meetings to support client progressCollaborates with co-workers to assure necessary resource linkage to serviceMaintains accurate and compliant documentation and clinical recordsDevelops discharge plansMeets established productivity standardsDemonstrates independent judgment and discretion in making position related decisionsParticipates in emergency activities as assignedMaintains required training, licensure and/or certificationMaintains confidentiality of privileged information and adheres to client privacy lawsDemonstrates sensitivity and understanding of other ethnic groups and culturesAvailable to respond to clients and/or customers, either in person, Zoom, or over the phone, during assigned business hoursMay need to be available to respond to afterhours emergency calls on a rotating basis. Schedule allows for flexibility, to include days and evenings and the ability to provide services at various locations within DuPage County, in order to meet the needs of clients.May be asked to support other crisis programs depending on need.
Requirements
Completion of a Master's degree in psychology, social work, or related field, and two years of behavior health experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
LCPC, LCW, or LMFT required.
DuPage County Health Department is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
DuPage County Health Department offers a variety of benefits to meet your needs. Please visit on our Careers Page for more information.
Benefits for EmployeesEmployees of the DuPage County Health Department may select from a variety of benefits to meet their needs.Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits.
Health Department benefits are administered through the DuPage County Government Human Resources Office. Detailed descriptions and premium rates of these plans are available at
Medical InsuranceBlue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois is our current health insurance provider. Full-Time Health Department employees may select from four medical insurance options: three preferred provider organization (PPO) plans and one health maintenance organization (HMO) plan. You may speak to a doctor anytime through the Teledoc program, which provides access to U.S. board-certified doctors through the convenience of phone or video consults.Plan participants are also eligible for a variety of added discounts on gym memberships and other health-related products and services. They also have access to the Well on Target program, which provides a convenient, secure website with personalized tools and resources such as health coaching, health assessments, and digital tools to track health information important to you.
Vision Discounts & InsuranceA vision care discount program is available as part of the medical insurance plans. Comprehensive vision insurance is also available.
Prescription PlansPrescription coverage is available with all medical plans and includes the convenience of a mail-order option. Staff may also use the on-site pharmacy at the Central Public Health Center located in Wheaton.
Dental InsuranceThe Delta Dental PPO program allows you to visit any dentist you wish.
Flexible Spending AccountsFlexible Spending Accounts allow you to set aside money on a pre-tax basis to pay expenses such as those not covered by medical or dental insurance, or day-care costs.
Life InsuranceAll full-time employees are provided a $25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee. Supplemental coverage is available for the employee, their spouse, and their children.
Disability InsuranceEmployees may elect additional accident and critical illness disability benefits.
01
Do you currently have one of the following Licensure? Please choose any that apply.
LCPLSWLCPCAnticipate LCPCLCSWAnticipate LCSWALMFTLMFTCADCOtherNot ApplicableIllinois Medical LicenseDietitianIllinois Nursing LicenseCertified Medical Assistant
02
How many years of experience do you have working with the chronically mentally ill population?
No experienceLess than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
03
Do you speak Spanish? If so, please rate your fluency.
YesNoMinimalCasual ConversationFluent
Required Question
Depends on Qualifications
Location :
Illinois, IL
Job Type:
Full Time (40.0 hours per week)
Job Number:
24-00904
Service Unit:
Behavioral Health Services
Department:
Emergency Services
Opening Date:
09/11/2024
Description
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Your skills, experience, and passion are needed on our team. We are looking for a new team member to join us working as a Crisis Services Counselor in our Crisis Services - Crisis Follow Up program. The Crisis Follow Up Program works with clients who are coming from a crisis point of care and need support/linkage to ongoing services. Our evolving and dynamic treatment approaches aim to provide our clients with intensive, short-term interventions and supports immediately after a crisis.
This full-time position works Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Other opportunities exist on other shifts - please view our website () for other opportunities and feel free to apply for any position you are interested in.
Can you say benefits ? This position offers a full, DuPage County, benefit package which includes
12 paid holidays ,
3 weeks of paid vacation
per year and
paid sick time . This is also a
pension eligible
position which is like having a guaranteed retirement savings plan. Our employees are eligible for the
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Responsibilities
Utilizes evidence-based practices to provide outpatient psychotherapy and counseling to individuals following an episode in a crisis point of care.Manages a client caseload and maintains regular contact with clients, supporting needs while working to support transition to ongoing care.Provides crisis interventions as needed.Provides diagnostic assessments and updates.Monitors service delivery across providers including primary health, behavioral health, community health, dental and wellness recovery planningProvides referrals to community resources and monitors service delivery across providers in order to promote successful whole health treatment outcomesCollaborates in team meetings to support client progressCollaborates with co-workers to assure necessary resource linkage to serviceMaintains accurate and compliant documentation and clinical recordsDevelops discharge plansMeets established productivity standardsDemonstrates independent judgment and discretion in making position related decisionsParticipates in emergency activities as assignedMaintains required training, licensure and/or certificationMaintains confidentiality of privileged information and adheres to client privacy lawsDemonstrates sensitivity and understanding of other ethnic groups and culturesAvailable to respond to clients and/or customers, either in person, Zoom, or over the phone, during assigned business hoursMay need to be available to respond to afterhours emergency calls on a rotating basis. Schedule allows for flexibility, to include days and evenings and the ability to provide services at various locations within DuPage County, in order to meet the needs of clients.May be asked to support other crisis programs depending on need.
Requirements
Completion of a Master's degree in psychology, social work, or related field, and two years of behavior health experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
LCPC, LCW, or LMFT required.
DuPage County Health Department is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
DuPage County Health Department offers a variety of benefits to meet your needs. Please visit on our Careers Page for more information.
Benefits for EmployeesEmployees of the DuPage County Health Department may select from a variety of benefits to meet their needs.Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits.
Health Department benefits are administered through the DuPage County Government Human Resources Office. Detailed descriptions and premium rates of these plans are available at
Medical InsuranceBlue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois is our current health insurance provider. Full-Time Health Department employees may select from four medical insurance options: three preferred provider organization (PPO) plans and one health maintenance organization (HMO) plan. You may speak to a doctor anytime through the Teledoc program, which provides access to U.S. board-certified doctors through the convenience of phone or video consults.Plan participants are also eligible for a variety of added discounts on gym memberships and other health-related products and services. They also have access to the Well on Target program, which provides a convenient, secure website with personalized tools and resources such as health coaching, health assessments, and digital tools to track health information important to you.
Vision Discounts & InsuranceA vision care discount program is available as part of the medical insurance plans. Comprehensive vision insurance is also available.
Prescription PlansPrescription coverage is available with all medical plans and includes the convenience of a mail-order option. Staff may also use the on-site pharmacy at the Central Public Health Center located in Wheaton.
Dental InsuranceThe Delta Dental PPO program allows you to visit any dentist you wish.
Flexible Spending AccountsFlexible Spending Accounts allow you to set aside money on a pre-tax basis to pay expenses such as those not covered by medical or dental insurance, or day-care costs.
Life InsuranceAll full-time employees are provided a $25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee. Supplemental coverage is available for the employee, their spouse, and their children.
Disability InsuranceEmployees may elect additional accident and critical illness disability benefits.
01
Do you currently have one of the following Licensure? Please choose any that apply.
LCPLSWLCPCAnticipate LCPCLCSWAnticipate LCSWALMFTLMFTCADCOtherNot ApplicableIllinois Medical LicenseDietitianIllinois Nursing LicenseCertified Medical Assistant
02
How many years of experience do you have working with the chronically mentally ill population?
No experienceLess than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
03
Do you speak Spanish? If so, please rate your fluency.
YesNoMinimalCasual ConversationFluent
Required Question