Crisis Services Counselor - Part Time

Join Our Expanding Crisis Services Team!We're thrilled to announce an extraordinary opportunity to join our Crisis Services team at the DuPage County Health Department! As a valued member of our team, you'll be empowered to make a profound impact on your community. Our agency is dedicated to delivering exceptional services and support to our community, proudly holding:Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval (1996) Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) accreditation (2014)By joining our Crisis Services team, you'll become an integral part of a renowned organization that prioritizes community wellbeing and exceptional care. Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey, making a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most?About Crisis ServicesLocated in the state-of-the-art building on the DuPage County Campus in Wheaton, Crisis Services provides 24/7 crisis mental health services to county residents experiencing mental health or substance use crises. Our team delivers top-notch care with rapid response times. Click Crisis Services to learn more about our program.The Crisis Recovery CenterThe Crisis Recovery Center (CRC) is the critical next step in DuPage County Health Department's decades-long journey to build the infrastructure needed to support a best-in-class behavioral health system and ensures all DuPage County residents will have "someone to contact, someone to respond, and a safe place to get help" when experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis. The CRC will help residents de-escalate, stabilize, and connect to community resources catered to their individual mental health and substance use treatment needs. The building design and operations will ensure individuals and their families feel welcome, respected, and secure throughout every step of their care. The CRC serves as an alternative to hospital emergency departments and simplifies access to crisis care for all individuals, families, and first responders. Please go to the Crisis Recovery Center page on the DCHD Website for additional information.Job DetailsPart-time day shift scheduled to work 20 hours a week on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 am-5 pmEducation Requirements and Salary RangesBachelor's degree candidates will be considered; relevant experience a plus!- Depending on experience, the salary range for this position is as follows:- Bachelor's degree: $22,983 to $26,983- Master's degree & license (LSW, LPC): $25,537 to $32,500- Clinical License (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT): $29,620 to $34,970Benefits Galore!Comprehensive training program (and we pay you for it!)DuPage County part-time benefit package, including:12 paid holidaysPaid leave (Vacation and Personal Days)12 weeks of Paid Parental LeavePaid sick timePension-eligible position for a secure retirement