Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Behavioral Health

Carle Health; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Carle Health seeks a Counselor to deliver evidence-based behavioral health services to inpatients and outpatients in Pekin, IL. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to assess needs, plan care, and support patients and families through treatment and aftercare.

The role requires a Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work and appropriate Illinois certifications or licensure within two years. Strong English communication and cultural sensitivity are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field.
• Licensure or certification within 2 years from IAODAPCA/IDFPR as applicable.
• HS Diploma/GED if not licensed and pursuing CADC/IC&RC
• Fluent English with multicultural sensitivity, patient-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation, counseling and therapeutic services to chemically dependent patients and families.
• Make treatment recommendations and liaise with treatment network.
• Maintain communication with referral sources, families and stakeholders.
• Support patients and families and coordinate aftercare planning.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Document per department guidelines and track outcomes.
• Participate in weekend inpatient evaluations and required reporting.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

Master's Degree: Psychology

Master's Degree: Counseling

Master's Degree: Social Work

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Carle Health seeks a Counselor to deliver evidence-based behavioral health services to inpatients and outpatients in Pekin, IL. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to assess needs, plan care, and support patients and families through treatment and aftercare.

The role requires a Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work and appropriate Illinois certifications or licensure within two years. Strong English communication and cultural sensitivity are essential.