Part-Time Crisis Counselor — Trauma-Informed Care

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

Job summary

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a compassionate Crisis Intervention Specialist to provide crisis intervention services across multiple Illinois counties on a part-time, as-needed basis. The role includes assessments, safety planning, referrals, and strong collaboration with community partners.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree with 5 years of supervised mental health experience or a master’s degree with limited supervised hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 5 years' supervised mental health experience.
• Or a Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field with <1000 hours supervised experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver crisis intervention services, including assessments, safety planning, and referrals.
• Complete documentation promptly—100% of assessments and safety plans at time of service; 80% of progress notes within 24 hours.
• Support individuals through court-ordered assessments, group services, and case management.
• Use recovery-oriented language emphasizing hope, empowerment, and self-direction.
• Collaborate with hospitals, law enforcement, and natural supports to maintain community relationships.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions.
• Provide after-hours crisis support as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold customer service standards.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Community collaboration

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

EMR

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree in counseling/psychology/SW

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

EMR

Job description

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a compassionate Crisis Intervention Specialist to provide crisis intervention services across multiple Illinois counties on a part-time, as-needed basis. The role includes assessments, safety planning, referrals, and strong collaboration with community partners.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree with 5 years of supervised mental health experience or a master’s degree with limited supervised hours.