Housing Clinician PT

Chestnut Health Systems Inc; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 28,929 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Chestnut Health Systems Inc is seeking a part-time Housing Clinician to provide recovery-oriented, trauma-informed mental health services to individuals in housing programs. The role supports stability, wellness, and independence through person-centered care in office and community settings.

Responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, and coordination with internal teams and community partners specializing in housing stability and substance use recovery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of supervised mental health experience, or a master’s degree with <1000 hours supervision.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; trauma-informed approach encouraged.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and insurability.
• Proficiency with basic software and electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual, family, and group services using trauma-informed practices.
• Create and implement personalized treatment and safety plans.
• Provide care in clients' natural environments when appropriate.
• Complete assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and authorizations on time.
• Submit progress notes within 48 hours and finish plans by due dates.
• Maintain client confidentiality and privacy of information.
• Meet training, CE, and supervision requirements (including Rule 132).
• Screen new housing referrals and connect clients with supports.
• Collaborate with teams and community partners to improve outcomes.
• Participate in team meetings and case staffings; cover for colleagues as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

EMR experience

Data entry

Conflict de-escalation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in counseling

Tools

EMR system

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Overview

Chestnut Health Systems™ is seeking a part-time Housing Clinician to provide recovery-oriented, trauma-informed mental health services to individuals involved in housing programs. This role supports consumers in achieving stability, wellness, and independence through individualized, person-centered care delivered in both office and community-based settings.

The Housing Clinician plays a critical role in assessment, treatment planning, service delivery, and coordination with internal teams and community partners, particularly those supporting housing stability and substance use recovery.

Chestnut Health Systems™ is a leading provider of integrated health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to more than 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. We provide fully integrated care by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

This part-time position is scheduled to work Saturday/or Sunday from 10:00 AM to 6 PM (this shift is flexible up to an hour either way).

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $21.00 - $22.00 an hour.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual, family, and group services using trauma-informed and recovery-focused practices

• Carry out care based on clients' personalized treatment and safety plans

• Deliver care directly in clients' natural environments when appropriate

• Complete assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and service authorizations on time

• Submit all progress notes within 48 hours of service and finish plans before due dates

• Keep all client and organizational information strictly private

• Fulfill training, continuing education, and supervision requirements (including Rule 132)

• Conduct screenings for new housing referrals as assigned

• Connect clients with housing supports, substance use treatment, and community resources

• Consistently achieve assigned service levels and workload expectations

• Work closely with internal teams, community partners, and client support systems to improve outcomes

• Participate in team meetings, case staffings, and program development

• Assist and cover for team members when needed

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ supervised mental health experience;
• ORa master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field with less than 1,000 hours of supervised mental health experience
• Must have a valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance and be insurable
• Requires basic computer skills and experience to include MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and an electronic medical record (EMR) Effective communication with employees, consumers, potential consumers, and support systems.
• Ability to respond effectively and calmly in conflict or emotional situations.
• Good keyboarding skills.
• Data entry experience – preferably with an electronic health record or electronic billing system.
• Knowledge of standard office procedures and use of office equipment.
• Must have a valid driver's license, private automobile insurance, and be insurable

Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.

EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $21.00 - $22.00 an hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity.