CoOccurring Disorder Therapist (Morgan County)

Job Description:

Co-Occurring Disorder Therapist - Criminal Justice Services (CSG Eligible)

Location: Serving Morgan County
Department: Recovery Services
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

$5,000 Sign-On / Retention Bonus
Available for eligible external candidates who are master's-level and fully licensed (LPC, LCPC, LSW, or LCSW)

Make a Lasting Impact Where It Matters Most

This is a newly created position driven by growth within our Recovery Services team-offering a unique opportunity to expand access to care for justice-involved individuals in Morgan County.

If you're passionate about supporting individuals living with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, especially those navigating the criminal justice system, this role allows you to do deeply meaningful work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment that truly values recovery and second chances.

As a Co-Occurring Disorder Therapist , you'll be a vital member of a multidisciplinary team delivering person-centered, strengths-based care. Your work will help reduce barriers to stability, support long-term recovery, and promote successful community reintegration.

This position includes Caseload Service Group (CSG) expectations , with the opportunity to earn quarterly incentive payments upon meeting established benchmarks-on top of base compensation.

Who You'll Serve

You'll primarily support individuals who:

• Are justice involved , including those incarcerated, recently released, or under probation/parole supervision
• Are living with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
• Face complex challenges related to housing, employment, community support, and recovery

What You'll Do

• Provide compassionate, high-quality mental health and substance use therapy using evidence-based practices
• Deliver co-occurring disorder services to justice-involved and jail-based populations within a coordinated ACT team-based model
• Complete psychosocial assessments and develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate closely with criminal justice partners , including probation, parole, correctional staff, courts, and community providers
• Support crisis intervention efforts , including assessment and coordination of appropriate services
• Educate individuals and families on mental health symptoms, substance use, medications, and recovery strategies
• Assist individuals in accessing community resources such as housing, employment, education, and supportive services
• Maintain CSG productivity expectations , with eligibility for quarterly incentive compensation
• Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation using collaborative documentation practices
• Provide telehealth services as needed

What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field
• Active Illinois licensure: LPC, LCPC, LSW, or LCSW

Preferred Qualifications

• Co-Occurring Disorder credential
• Prior experience working with criminal justice or jail-based populations
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills

Compensation & Incentives
Base Salary (Based on Licensure & Experience)

• LPC or LSW: $61,000 - $64,000/year
• LCPC or LCSW: $68,000 - $72,000/year

Sign-On / Retention Bonus

• $5,000 for eligible, fully licensed external candidates

CSG Incentives

• Quarterly incentive compensation available upon meeting established CSG benchmarks

Benefits That Support You

• 29 days of paid time off
• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment (based on program requirements)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% employer match
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Emergency Medical Leave Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare & dependent care)
• Health & Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Mileage reimbursement (when applicable)

Why This Role Matters

This position offers the chance to do purpose-driven clinical work , build strong community partnerships, and help individuals reclaim stability and hope-while being supported by a team that values your expertise, well-being, and professional growth.

Illinois Applicant Notice
As part of our talent review process, we may use technology, including AI-assisted tools, to help organize and review applicant information. These tools support our recruiting team; all hiring decisions involve human review and judgment. Centerstone is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.