Part-Time Crisis Intervention Specialist, Community Support

Chestnut Health Systems Inc; Granite City (IL); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Chestnut Health Systems Inc in Illinois seeks a compassionate Crisis Intervention Specialist for a part-time, as-needed role across Madison, Greene, Calhoun, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery, and Bond Counties. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, safety planning, referrals, and documentation.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree with 5 years of supervised mental health experience or a master’s degree with <1000 hours of supervised experience; valid driver’s license and ability to operate EMR and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health field with 5+ years of supervised mental health experience.
• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field with less than 1,000 hours of supervised mental health experience.
• Valid driver’s license, private auto insurance, and insurability.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic medical records (EMR).

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 (e.g., anger management, parenting), and case management.
• Use recovery-oriented language and practices that emphasize hope, empowerment, and self-direction.
• Collaborate with hospitals, law enforcement, and natural support systems to maintain strong community relationships.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions.
• Provide after-hours crisis support as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the organization’s standards for customer service excellence.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Trauma-informed care

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 5 years supervised mental health experience

Master’s degree with <1000 hours supervised mental health experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

EMR

Job description

Chestnut Health Systems Inc in Illinois seeks a compassionate Crisis Intervention Specialist for a part-time, as-needed role across Madison, Greene, Calhoun, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery, and Bond Counties. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, safety planning, referrals, and documentation.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree with 5 years of supervised mental health experience or a master’s degree with <1000 hours of supervised experience; valid driver’s license and ability to operate EMR and MS Office.