Behavioral Health SAP Counselor

Rosecrance-4; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Daily pay

Licensure/certification reimbursement

On-site gym at select facilities

Referral program up to $1,000

Job summary

Rosecrance Ware Center in Rockford, IL is seeking a dedicated behavioral health professional to support the Student Assistance Program in local schools. You will coordinate adolescent SAP services, provide trainings, assess needs, and manage casework within the core team framework, ensuring timely documentation and follow-up.

You will collaborate with school personnel, parents and community professionals, maintain records, and participate in team meetings while upholding Rosecrance's mission and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field.
• Illinois CADC or IL licensed LSW/LPC within 2 years of employment in SUD.
• Must qualify as a MHP or higher per Illinois DMH Rule 132.
• Knowledge of DSM diagnoses and criteria.
• Experience with youth with mental illness or SUD preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish rapport quickly.
• Computer proficiency required.
• Ability to complete documentation in the EHR within time frames.
• Valid driver’s license and own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Work hours prescribed; additional hours as needed.
• Coordinate SAP in the school setting with core team.
• Provide ongoing training with school personnel, students and parents.
• Assess behavioral health and SUD needs of students.
• Case management responsibilities for SAP participants.
• Close follow-up of current or former program participants.
• Track data for outcomes and program evaluation.
• Conduct group and individual support sessions at the school.
• Provide assessment services for referrals.
• Maintain clinical records per agency policies.
• Facilitate SAP team meetings and client coordination.
• Perform on-call procedures as designated.
• Assist in community PR activities and presentations.
• Develop a referral source list with core team.
• Serve on SAP and school core teams; participate in meetings.
• Comply with Rosecrance compliance and code of conduct.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to all customers.
• Serve as role model for staff and clients.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Driver's license

Rapport building

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work

CADC or licensed in IL as LSW/LPC

Tools

Electronic Health Record

Job description

Rosecrance Ware Center
Rockford, IL 61103, USA

Description

Join Our Mission to Transform Lives!

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! We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver on our mission of hope and recovery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or other related field.
• Illinois Certified Addiction Counselor (CADC), or licensed in Illinois as a LSW or LPC which supersedes the CADC within 2 years of employment in substance use disorder.
• Must qualify as a MHP or higher per Illinois Department of Mental Health Rule 132.
• Knowledge of DSM diagnoses and appropriate criteria for each diagnosis.
• Knowledge of accepted assessment techniques •Experience working with youth who have mental illness and/or substance use disorder preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to quickly establish rapport
• Computer proficiency required.
• Ability to navigate and complete documentation in the electronic healthcare record.
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the prescribed time frames
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Agency insurance requirements.
• Must have own transportation.
• Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance.

Responsibilities

• 1. Work hours prescribed and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
• 2. Coordinate Student Assistance Programming in the school setting with the assistance of core team members. Coordinate adolescent programming with outside treatment providers.
• 3. Provide ongoing training as needed with school personnel, students and parents with assistance from the core team members and community professionals.
• 4. Assess the needs of individual students for behavioral health and substance use needs.
• 5. Function as a member of the core team by having case management responsibilities for the service recipients in the Student Assistance Program.
• 6. Provide, with the assistance of the core team, close follow up of students who are currently in the program or who have completed the program.
• 7. Track data that will be used for outcomes and evaluation of the program.
• 8. Conduct, in cooperation with other team members, group and individual support group sessions at the school.
• 9. Provide assessment services for referrals.
• 10. Maintain all clinical records in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• 11. Facilitate team meetings for clients involved in the Student Assistance Program.
• 12. Perform on-call procedures as designated by the Clinical Coordinator or Administrator.
• 13. Assist in public relations activities including presentations to community resources, Parent/Teacher Organizations, etc.
• 14. Develop a referral source list with core team member assistance.
• 15. Serve as a member of the SAP Team and school core team, and participate in all team meetings and activities.
• 16. Understand and comply with all of the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of conduct.
• 17. Perform all responsibilities in compliance with the mission, vision, values and expectations of Rosecrance.
• 18. Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
• 19. Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
• 20. Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by management.

Schedule:

8 hour shifts

• Shift varies per school hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Monday through Friday

Work Location:

Rockford Public School District

Work Mode:

Onsite

Compensation & Rewards

Base Pay:Bachelor's $50,835.20 a year, Master's (Qualified Mental Health Professional) $57,761.60 year

Additional Pay Enhancements in addition to Base Salary

Professional Certification(e.g., CADC, CRSS, or CPS): +$0.72/hour (equivalent of +$1,500 annualized)

1 st Level Clinical Licensure(e.g., LPC/LSW/LMSW): +$0.87/hour (equivalent of +$1,800 annualized)

2 nd Level Clinical Licensure(e.g., LCPC/LCSW/LMHC): starting at +$2.16/hour (equivalent of +$4,500 annualized)

Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options to meet your needs)
• 401(k) with employer match & discretionary contribution
• Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance & licensure/certification reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
• Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!
• Wellness program, including an on-site gym at select facilities
• Discounts at participating retailers
• Daily pay available through UKG Wallet for financial flexibility

Who We Are

Rosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. Join us in our mission to foster lasting recovery and transform lives.

We are committed to providing careers that make a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the people we employ. We do this through the work we do, our core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope.

Our Health and Safety Commitment

We maintain a zero-tolerance drug-free environment, including marijuana, to prioritize safety for staff and clients. All candidates must pass an occupational health screening, ensuring a secure and healthy workplace.

Our Partnerships

• AARP Employer Pledge Program
• MSEP (Military Spouse Employment Partnership).

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.

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