Crisis Intervention Specialist — Part-Time Support & Safety

Chestnut Health Systems Inc; Belleville, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Chestnut Health Systems Inc. is seeking a compassionate Crisis Intervention Specialist for a part-time, on-site role serving St. Clair, Randolph, Perry, Clinton, Washington, and Monroe counties in Illinois.

The role involves delivering crisis intervention services, assessments, safety planning, and referrals, with a strong emphasis on trauma-informed care and linking people to community resources. Preference given to candidates residing in these counties.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ supervised mental health experience.
• Or a master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field with less than 1,000 hours of supervised mental health experience.
• Valid driver’s license, private auto insurance, and insurability.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic medical records (EMR).

Responsibilities

• Deliver crisis intervention services, including assessments, safety planning, and referrals.
• Complete documentation promptly—100% of assessments and safety plans at time of service; 80% of progress notes within 24 hours.
• Support individuals through court-ordered assessments, group services (e.g., anger management, parenting), and case management.
• Use recovery-oriented language and practices that emphasize hope, empowerment, and self-direction.
• Collaborate with hospitals, law enforcement, and natural support systems to maintain strong community relationships.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions.
• Provide after-hours crisis support as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the organization’s standards for customer service excellence.

Education

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ supervised mental health experience

Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field with <1000 hours of supervised mental health experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

EMR

Job description

Chestnut Health Systems Inc. is seeking a compassionate Crisis Intervention Specialist for a part-time, on-site role serving St. Clair, Randolph, Perry, Clinton, Washington, and Monroe counties in Illinois.

The role involves delivering crisis intervention services, assessments, safety planning, and referrals, with a strong emphasis on trauma-informed care and linking people to community resources. Preference given to candidates residing in these counties.