Mental Health Clinician

At Rosecrance , we’ve been leading the way in behavioral health services for over a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence‑based therapies. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’re ready to welcome you! Position Purpose The Mental Health Clinician provides rehabilitation services and support to children and families. The MH Clinician helps to decrease hospitalization and crisis episodes while increasing community functioning. Services provided shall include stabilization, linkage services, and consultations with the client’s family. Duties include answering crisis calls and responding to mental health crises in Kankakee, Ford, and Iroquois counties. Driving to the crisis location within 90 minutes of receiving the crisis call is required. In addition to treatment services, responsibilities of the position include assertive case management, maintaining an overall perspective on client functioning, environmental factors, resource needs and advocacy on behalf of clients. The aim of services is to work with the clients (and families/others) toward supporting their ability to assume responsibility and manage their emotions and behavior and to thereby function in the least restrictive setting possible. Skills & Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling and Guidance, Rehabilitation Counseling, Vocational Counseling, Pastoral Counseling, or Family Therapy or related field, Master's preferred. Able to conduct individual, group and family counseling sessions Provide case management, treatment planning, and discharge planning for clients Must qualify as a MHP or higher Second level license for Therapist title Minimum two years’ experience in mental health Demonstrated education, training or experience in the mental health services Adequate written skills to accurately complete required documentation within the time frames prescribed Valid driver’s license Work hours prescribed by Coordinator/Supervisor and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned. Ability to motivate and problem solve with staff regarding effective clinical practices. Ability to be self‑motivated, seek improved performance, problem solving while meeting the complex needs of the clients and their families. Skills to adapt verbal and written communication to the language and style of the client and their family. Complete all necessary documentation within the appropriate time lines. Undertake primary case management responsibilities for designated clients. Conduct individual, group, and family counseling and educational sessions for clients and/or family members. Maintain communications with all staff (e.g. admissions, process, and discharge plans). Ability to coordinate services from a variety of community resources Utilize a variety of treatment concepts, evidence based practices and service modalities when providing care. Present workshops, lectures and training to clients, families, staff and community groups as needed. Be familiar with court proceedings and available to make court appearances on behalf of Rosecrance clients. Serve as a member of the Clinical Team and participate in all team meetings and activities. Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the professional Code of Conduct and within the framework of the law. Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer. Serve as a role model and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing the agency. Assume other related responsibilities as delegated by management. Schedule: 8 hour shifts Saturday and Sunday- 7am-3:30pm Pay: Based on education, experience and credentials Starting rate for Bachelors - $28.59/hour Starting rate for Masters - $32.49/hour Additional compensation in addition to base pay: Additional $1/hour differential for working evenings On‑call hours

• 200 per quarter for staff that complete more than 30 pre‑hospitalization screens per quarter
• 1000 retention bonus paid every 6 months (prorated first payment based on full months of employment)

Work Location: Rosecrance - Kankakee, IL Our Benefits: Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options to meet your needs 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution Group Life Insurance including LTD and AD&D Tuition assistance and licensure/certification reimbursement Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire! Wellness plan with certain facilities offering an on‑site gym Discounts at participating retailers Daily pay available through financial wellness provider: UKG Wallet Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the requirements of the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rosecrance Health Network