Mental Health Clinician PT

Chestnut Health Systems; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Evening/weekend pay

Part-time schedule

Job summary

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a Housing Clinician to provide recovery-oriented, trauma-informed mental health services to individuals in housing programs. This role delivers individualized services in office and community settings to support stability and independence.

The position includes part-time Saturday shifts (3:00pm–11:30pm) with shift differential for evening, overnight, and weekend work, and emphasizes comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and coordination with housing

Responsibilities

• Provide recovery-oriented, trauma-informed mental health services in housing programs.
• Conduct clinical assessments, treatment planning, and service delivery.
• Coordinate with housing and substance use recovery partners to support stability.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Five years’ social service or peer experience

High school diploma or equivalent

CRSS or CPRS certified

Valid driver’s license

Private automobile insurance

Basic computer proficiency: Outlook, MS Word, EMR

Tools

Outlook

MS Word

EMR

Job description

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a 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, consumer-driven services delivered in both office and community-based settings.

The Housing Clinician plays a critical role in assessments, treatment planning, service delivery, and coordination with community and internal 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 community-based primary care centers and are nationally recognized for research, training, and innovation.

Shift Availability & Pay

• This part-time position will work Saturdays from 300pm to 1130pm.
• Shift Differential Evening, overnight, and weekend shifts qualify for extra pay.

Direct Clinical Care & Interventions

• Evidence-Based Therapy Facilitate individual, family, and group sessions utilizing validated, evidence-based therapeutic modalities tailored to each client's unique recovery and safety goals.
• Person-Centered & Trauma-Informed Approach Apply a trauma-informed, strengths-based framework in all clinical interactions, incorporating positive, recovery-focused language across verbal interventions and treatment planning.
• Community-Based Delivery Provide flexible direct service delivery within client-centered, community-based environments to eliminate barriers to care.

Assessment & Care Coordination

• Comprehensive Care Planning Complete timely clinical assessments, diagnostic updates, and individualized recovery plans to maintain continuity of care without gaps in service.
• Care Coordination & Advocacy Act as a central link to essential community resources (e.g., housing, substance use treatment) and manage administrative requirements, including obtaining service authorizations and monitoring referral progress.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration Engage actively with internal care teams, external service providers, and clients’ personal support networks to create aligned, outcome-driven care plans.

Documentation & Operational Compliance

• Timely Documentation Maintain accurate, real-time medical records by completing at least 80% of progress notes within 48 hours of service delivery.
• Productivity & Scheduling Manage a balanced direct-service schedule to meet target productivity standards while preserving high standards of individual client care.
• Confidentiality & Standards Strictly uphold HIPAA guidelines, code of ethics, and organization-wide confidentiality protocols regarding all client records and communications.

Professional Growth & Team Engagement

• Clinical Supervision & Continuing Education Participate in regular clinical supervision, complete required ongoing trainings, and earn continuing education units (CEUs) to maintain clinical competencies.
• Team Participation Attend staff meetings, contribute to peer case consultations, and support team members during coverage needs while pursuing professional leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, and five years’ social service or peer experience;
• Or Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS);
• Or have a bachelor’s degree.
• Valid driver’s license and private automobile insurance.
• Basic computer proficiency in Outlook, MS Word, EMR.

Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We’d love to explore the possibilities with you.

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. Check out additional benefits here!