Mental Health Therapist II: Suicide & Substance Use Care

Endeavor Health; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Shift and holiday premium pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Mental Health Clinical Therapist II to conduct psychosocial assessments and provide evidence-based care for patients at risk for suicide and substance use. The role includes expanding screening and coordinating with primary care and community clinics.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a related field, IL licensure as an independent clinician, and certifications (CPR, CPI, CAMS) within 90 days of hire; CADC is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or related field is required.
• IL license as independent mental health clinician is required (LCSW/LCPC/LMFT).
• CPR, CPI, CAMS certifications within 90 days of hire; CADC preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ behavioral health experience; hospital/health system setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Expand suicide and substance use risk assessment in behavioral health and primary care.
• Provide suicide-specific psychotherapy to high-risk patients in urgent care.
• Offer brief intervention for substance use and related treatment.
• Develop referral and follow-up procedures to improve patient access.
• Collaborate with primary care and external partners to ensure continuity of care.
• Assist with staff training for universal screening and orient new staff.

Skills

Assessment skills

Psychotherapy skills

Collaborative care

Education

Master’s degree in social work, clinical counseling, or related field

Licensed independent mental health clinician (e.g., LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) in IL

CPR certification

CPI certification

CAMS certification

CADC preferred

Job description

Endeavor Health is seeking a Mental Health Clinical Therapist II to conduct psychosocial assessments and provide evidence-based care for patients at risk for suicide and substance use. The role includes expanding screening and coordinating with primary care and community clinics.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a related field, IL licensure as an independent clinician, and certifications (CPR, CPI, CAMS) within 90 days of hire; CADC is a plus.