School Based Clinician

Job Overview Rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about providing direct mental health services and working with elementary and high school school children. This position will work in the Collinsville School District and be based out of our Belleville, IL facility. Key Responsibilities Provide consumer‑driven services as identified in individualized treatment, recovery, and safety plans, ensuring services support students’ emotional, behavioral, and social development. Utilize evidence‑based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma‑informed care, and developmentally appropriate interventions based on students’ developmental stages. Deliver therapeutic and supportive services within the school environment, collaborating with teachers, administrators, and school staff to support student success. Refer and link students and families to additional services and community resources to address mental health, social, and family needs. Support students in developing coping skills, emotional regulation, problem‑solving, and resilience. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, including school staff and other service providers, to coordinate care and ensure appropriate supports for students. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency, school, and regulatory requirements. Assume leadership roles by supporting collaboration between the school and behavioral health providers and promoting best practices in student mental health. Promote the recovery model of treatment including trauma‑informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, health/wellness, and spirituality/connectedness. Qualifications & Requirements Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field with at least 1,000 hours of supervised mental health experience. Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, and be insurable. Basic computer skills including MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and an electronic medical record (EMR). Eligibility for $2,500 sign‑on bonus and student loan repayment program up to $100,000. Compensation & Benefits The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $44,400 and $56,750 annual salary. The salary is determined by multiple factors, including job‑related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity. This role is eligible for a $2,500 sign‑on bonus with a master’s degree and for the National Health Service Corp (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program. The NHSC LRP offers up to $100,000 for providers working in Health Professional Shortage Areas in Illinois. This role is also student loan repayment eligible. Clinical supervision is provided for those wanting licensure. Equal Opportunity EOE - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chestnut Health Systems