Crisis Counselor: Evenings & Weekend Shifts

Arrowleaf; Vienna (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowleaf is seeking a Counselor (Crisis Worker) to join the Behavioral Health team across multiple Illinois offices. The role provides crisis intervention services through the 24/7 Crisis Response and Intervention Services program, helping individuals during acute stress and coordinating with emergency services as needed.

You will assess risk, develop safety plans, document treatments, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field.
• Qualifies as Mental Health Professional (MHP).
• Evening/weekend availability required.
• Travel to off-site/community locations and to all agency sites.

Responsibilities

• Crisis response on a call-in basis, primarily nights and weekends with some days.
• Must accept at least one crisis call per month to maintain call-in status.
• Provide crisis intervention to stabilize consumers using short-term techniques.
• Utilize screening tools to evaluate risk and advise on needed care.
• Collaborate with emergency services, law enforcement, and medical staff.
• Develop safety plans and link clients to ongoing supports.
• Ensure continuity of care through clear communication within the agency.
• Maintain networking/referral contacts with other providers.
• Complete forms and documentation promptly.
• Participate in team meetings and supervision with supervisor.
• Record and document treatment according to policy.
• Screen, assess, and intervene with trauma-related symptoms.
• Follow policy for reporting abuse/neglect.

Skills

Crisis support

Health resources knowledge

Communication skills

Computer skills

Phone system navigation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Mental Health Professional (MHP) qualification

Job description

Arrowleaf is seeking a Counselor (Crisis Worker) to join the Behavioral Health team across multiple Illinois offices. The role provides crisis intervention services through the 24/7 Crisis Response and Intervention Services program, helping individuals during acute stress and coordinating with emergency services as needed.

You will assess risk, develop safety plans, document treatments, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless care.