Mental Health Professional, School-Based

Heritage Behavioral Health Center- HBHC

Decatur (IL)

On-site

USD 64,000 - 67,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Every other Friday off – paid wellness

Health insurance

Job summary

Heritage Behavioral Health Center in Decatur, Illinois, seeks a Mental Health Professional – Youth and Family for the Intensive Placement Stabilization program. You will provide short‑term, intensive intervention services for youth in foster care at risk of placement disruption, partnering with DCFS and community providers.

Using System of Care values and ARC framework, you will stabilize placements, support families, coordinate with schools and therapists, and document progress in the

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent plus 5 years of supervised mental health or social service experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a human services field.
Graduate degree in counseling, social work, clinical psychology, or related field.
Must be at least 21 years old, valid driver's license, reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Provide intensive, community‑based mental health services to youth in foster care.
Deliver evidence‑based interventions and SOC/ARC concepts.
Coordinate with DCFS, schools, and providers for wraparound supports.
Document services and outcomes in electronic health records.
Engage youth and families using strengths‑based, trauma‑informed approaches.

Skills

Communication

Rapport building

Crisis intervention

Caseload management

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent + 5 years experience

Bachelor's degree in a human services field

Graduate degree in counseling, social work, clinical psychology, or related field

Minimum of 21 years of age

Valid driver's license

Job description

Mental Health Professional – Youth and Family – Intensive Placement Stabilization

Salary: Range based on education, experience, and licensure or certification

High School or GED + 5 years’ experience: $23.00/hour + every other Friday paid off
Bachelor’s Degree: $25.00/hour + every other Friday paid off
Master’s Degree: $60,000 annually + every other Friday paid off

Additional Pay Enhancements for Professional Certification or Licensure

CADC: Up to $2/hour
CRSS or CFPP: $47,840 annually
LSW or LPC: $64,000 annually
LCSW, LCPC, LMFT: $67,000 annually

Schedule: Full-Time | Every other Friday off (paid wellness day)

Looking for a career where your work truly matters?

Heritage Behavioral Health Center is hiring passionate professionals!

About Heritage Behavioral Health Center

We are a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic located in Decatur, Illinois, dedicated to improving mental health and substance use care across a multi‑county region. We recognize that every team member—regardless of position—impacts client care and contributes to our mission.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Collaborative, mission‑driven work environment
Every other Friday off – paid wellness days
Competitive salaries aligned with state and national benchmarks
Loan forgiveness eligibility through NHSC
A culture that prioritizes staff well‑being
Supportive leadership and opportunities for advancement

At Heritage, we take care of our staff so they can take care of the individuals we serve. Our team is our greatest asset!

Your Role: Mental Health Professional – Youth and Family

Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS)

You will provide short‑term, intensive intervention services for youth in foster care at risk of placement disruption. Working in partnership with DCFS and community providers, the IPS program uses System of Care (SOC) values and evidence‑based approaches, including the ARC Framework (Attachment, Regulation, and Competency), to stabilize placements, strengthen caregiver capacity, and support long‑term positive outcomes for youth.

Core Responsibilities

Provide intensive, community‑based mental health services to youth in foster care experiencing behavioral or emotional instability.
Deliver interventions rooted in evidence‑based models (e.g., ARC) to support emotional regulation, attachment, safety, and skill development.
Conduct strengths-based assessments and collaborate on individualized service plans focused on placement stabilization.
Offer coaching, psychoeducation, and support to foster parents, caregivers, and placement providers.
Utilize System of Care (SOC) principles, ensuring services are youth‑guided, family‑driven, culturally responsive, and trauma‑informed.
Coordinate services with DCFS caseworkers, schools, therapists, and other partners to ensure continuity and wraparound supports.
Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and de-escalation strategies as needed.
Document services, progress, and outcomes in the electronic health record in compliance with agency and contractual requirements.
Participate in team meetings, case staffings, and interdisciplinary collaboration to monitor progress and adjust service plans.
Engage youth and families using relational, strengths‑based, and trauma‑informed approaches aligned with IPS program expectations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge

Child and adolescent development
Mental health diagnoses and evidence‑based interventions
Trauma‑informed care and culturally responsive practices
Understanding of youth in foster care and DCFS systems

Skills

Strong communication and rapport‑building with youth, caregivers, and community partners
Ability to complete assessments and implement therapeutic interventions effectively
Crisis intervention, safety planning, and conflict resolution
Organizational skills for managing caseloads and timely documentation

Abilities

Adapt to diverse client needs and dynamic community environments
Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Maintain professional boundaries, ethics, and confidentiality at all times

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent plus 5 years of supervised mental health or social service experience, OR
Bachelor’s degree in a human services field, OR
Graduate degree in counseling, social work, clinical psychology, or related field
Minimum of 21 years of age
Valid driver’s license
Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance

Heritage Offers Exceptional Benefits

Generous Time Off