Crisis Counselor, Project Impact- On Call

The SSI Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Insurance

PTO 26 days

11 paid holidays

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

On demand pay via Dayforce Wallet

Overnight pay premium

Job summary

The SSI Group is hiring for a behavioral health professional in Chicago. You will conduct clinical assessments, coordinate care with local resources, and ensure HIPAA-compliant documentation in a multidisciplinary team. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Full-time role with comprehensive benefits, potential for advancement, and paid training to support growth and success in serving diverse patient communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mental or behavioral health field required.
• Master's degree in mental or behavioral health field preferred.
• Background check clearance required.
• Successful completion of IM-CATS training and credentialing exam.
• Licensure (LSW/LCSW, LPC/LCPC, CADC) in mental or behavioral health field preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience in mental/behavioral health.
• Experience with Medicaid/Medicare and other insurances preferred.
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Record systems preferred.
• HIPAA/privacy and documentation standards understood.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments with patients to determine appropriate interventions and discharge plans.
• Develop familiarity with local resources to serve diverse patient needs.
• Ensure HIPAA/privacy and clinical guideline compliance with accurate documentation.
• Adhere to ethical standards of practice and patient treatment.
• Document in Electronic Health Record systems accurately and timely.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary setting to support patient safety and well-being.
• Provide comprehensive and compassionate care to patients and families.
• Demonstrate professional behavior and integrity in dealings with clients and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Microsoft Office

HIPAA/privacy compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in mental/behavioral health

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Record systems

Job description

Benefits and Perks:

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others,as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
• Salary $24-$25/Hourly.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Overnight pay premium available.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments with patients to determine the most appropriate interventions and discharge plans, prioritizing patient safety and well-being.
• Develop and maintain familiarity with local resources to best serve the diverse needs of patients across various situations.
• Ensure compliance with HIPM and privacy standards while adhering to clinical guidelines and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards of practice and treatment.
• Ensure documentation in Electronic Health record System is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Operate within a multidisciplinary setting ensuring effective communication between supervisor staff, collateral contact and agencies, and other involved teams to support patient well-being and safety.
• Ensure comprehensive and compassionate care is provided to patients and families.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mental or behavioral health-related field required.
• Master's degree in mental or behavioral health-related field preferred
• Background check clearance required.
• Successful completion of IM-CATS training and credentialing exam.
• Licensure (LSW/LCSW, LPC/LCPC, CADC) in mental or behavioral health field preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in the mental health or behavioral health field required.
• Experience providing and coordinating a wide scope of services with emphasis on continuity of care.
• Experience working in an emergency department setting preferred.
• Experience working with Medicaid/Medicare and other insurances preferred.
• Familiarity and experience with Electronic Health Record systems preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of HIPAA/privacy and documentation standards.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organization, presentation and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.