MH Clinician- Outpatient Services

Rosecrance Behavioral Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosecrance is seeking dedicated professionals to join our behavioral health team in Rockford, IL. The role focuses on providing mental health rehabilitation services to clients and families, with an emphasis on reducing crises and improving community functioning.

Sign-on bonus available for eligible candidates. Qualified applicants will hold a relevant Bachelor's degree, meet MHP/QMHP criteria per IL MH Rule 132, and possess strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling & Guidance, Rehabilitation Counseling, Vocational Counseling, Pastoral Counseling, Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Must qualify as a MHP or QMHP per Illinois Department of Mental Health Rule 132.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Computer proficiency required.
• Ability to navigate and complete documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health rehabilitation services to clients and families.
• Reduce hospitalization and crisis episodes; increase community functioning.
• Deliver services in an ethical, legal, and safe environment.
• Collaborate with team to integrate recovery principles into daily living.
• Complete required documentation within stated timelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Documentation in EHR

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Become a champion of hope.

At Rosecrance, we’ve been leading the way in behavioral health services for over a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence-based therapies. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’re ready to welcome you! We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver on our mission of hope and recovery.

Sign on bonus available! $3,000 for non-licensed $4,000 for 1st or 2nd level license

Position Summary

Provides mental health rehabilitation services to clients and families to decrease hospitalization, crisis episodes, and to increase community functioning in order for the client to achieve rehabilitative, resiliency and recovery goals. Provide continuity of program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. Participate as a team member in the delivery of mental health services to clients and their families and facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling & Guidance, Rehabilitation Counseling, Vocational Counseling, Pastoral Counseling, Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Must qualify as a MHP or QMHP per Illinois Department of Mental Health Rule 132.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills,
• Computer proficiency required,
• Ability to navigate and complete documentation in the electronic healthcare record,
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the prescribed time frames
• Skilled in conducting individual, family and group counseling,
• Ability to present and coordinate lectures for clients, parents, staff or community resources,
• Self-starter with ability to work independently,
• Ability to work within a team,
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Agency insurance requirements (designated positions),
• Must have own transportation (designated positions)
• Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance

Responsibilities

• Work hours prescribed by and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
• Ability to motivate and problem solve with staff regarding effective clinical practices.
• Ability to be self-motived, seek improved performance, problem solving while meeting the complex needs of the clients and their families.
• Skills to adapt verbal and written communication to the language and style of the client and their family.
• Complete all necessary documentation with in the appropriate time lines.