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Heritage Behavioral Health Center
Crisis Clinician, Youth and Family Support
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$33,685 / year median in Illinois
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Crisis Clinician, Youth and Family Support Full-Time | Decatur, IL | Youth and Family Support Services We are a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic located in Decatur, Illinois, dedicated to improving mental health and substance use care for individuals throughout a multi-county area. We recognize that every individual at our organization has an impact on patient care - regardless of the position they hold. Why Join Us? A collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth A comprehensive, competitive benefits package Every other Friday off paid for wellness Our salaries have been updated and are competitive at both the state and national levels with wonderful benefits We have expanded our employee insurance benefit offerings and made them more affordable At Heritage, we believe in taking care of our staff s needs so that they can concentrate on taking care of the needs of the individuals we serve. Position Overview This full-time position will join the Heritage Youth and Family Support Services team. The Crisis Clinician will provide crisis support to youth and families experiencing a behavioral health crisis in Macon, Piatt, and DeWitt counties. Services will be provided across a range of settings, including emergency departments, community settings, individuals homes, community agencies, healthcare organizations, and Heritage. Core Responsibilities Provide telephone and face-to-face crisis intervention Conduct crisis assessment, counseling, and referral and linkage to treatment services Create a crisis safety plan with youth and family Provide intensive support and facilitate treatment engagement to families following a crisis contact Monitor psychiatric hospitalization stays and facilitate after-care services Provide support and assistance to Heritage staff in navigating crisis intervention Provide case management services (referral, linkage, and advocacy) in the home, community, and provider sites, including but not limited to: housing/shelter, food, seasonally appropriate clothing and other basic needs; entitlements and financial management; medical care; socialization; vocation/education; and transportation Participate in a team-based approach to treatment, collaborating with family, clinicians, nursing, healthcare providers, probation, and other partners invested in the youth s recovery Act as back-up Crisis Clinician to the Adult Crisis Response Team Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to meet people where they are in their recovery, remain non-judgmental, and build rapport quickly Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment Ability to tolerate ambiguity, uncertainty, and change Ability to navigate electronic health records Ability to respond to supervisors, persons served, and other clinical staff providing services to the person served Education and Experience Ideal candidates will have education and experience in providing crisis services. Candidates are required to hold designation as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) or Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).