Assessment Clinician

Excitement abounds at Heritage Behavioral Health Center!

We are a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic located in Decatur, Illinois who is dedicated to improving mental health and substance use care to individuals in a multi-county area. We recognize that all individuals at our organization have an impact on patient care - regardless of the position they hold.

Why join us?

• We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• We are expanding our primary care, mental health and substance use services to individuals in Central Illinois and beyond and are looking for dedicated staff to meet the needs of our clientele.
• A new salary structure is now in place! Our salaries have been updated and are competitive at both the state and national levels with wonderful benefits.
• Full-time employees receive 56 paid days off during their 1^st year of employment (this includes every other Friday off PAID for your wellness needs). This increases to 61 days the 2^nd year and continues to increase with tenure.
• 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. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we treat them as such!

We are pleased to present the following position for your consideration:

Overview: Assessment Clinician

This position is responsible for providing biopsychosocial assessments and treatment plans for children and adults seeking treatment for mental health and/or substance use in our Outpatient Open Access Department.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Make telephone, video, and face-to-face contact with clients seeking services.
• Complete written assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes within established timelines.
• Maintain an average of 20 hours of direct client services.
• Facilitate referral and linkage to community resources.
• Provide engagement to clients who may need additional support to re-engage in treatment.
• Participate in a team-based approach to providing treatment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ideal candidates will have a history of experience, education, and/or training in substance use, mental health, or the desire and commitment to gain the skills to provide biopsychosocial assessments.
• Energetic and internally driven to assist individuals in gaining linkage to necessary services.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to engage individuals when they are asking for help.
• Organized and able to develop a program plan with goals, objectives, and timeframes that are consistently met.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to navigate electronic health record; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, psychology or related field, plus the ability to obtain certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) within two years, is required. Ability to function as a MHP (Mental Health Professional).
• Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, and the ability to obtain CADC or licensure as a LPC or LSW within two years of employment.
• A valid driver's license, reliable means of transportation, and proof of automobile insurance coverage are required.

Salary Range: Bachelor's degree (MHP) - $47,840-$56,190 per year (depending on education and experience)

Master's degree (QMHP) - $60,000 - $75,000 per year (dependent on education, experience and licensure)

Heritage also offers the following with this position:

1. Generous vacation, sick and personal leave
2. WELLNESS days - 26 days per year (every other Friday off paid)
3. Paid holidays - 9 in 2024
4. Health Club/Fitness Reimbursement
5. Employee Assistance Program
6. Continuing education opportunities
7. Tuition assistance program
8. Agency provided life insurance and short-term disability policies
9. Retirement plans (401k and Roth)
10. Optional insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, flex spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care), and additional life insurance. (The health insurance benefit includes substantial agency contribution towards the cost.)
11. We are a National Health Service Corp site which gives staff access to the National Health Service Corp federal student loan forgiveness program (LCPC, LCSW, MD, APN, RN, CADC, LSW, and LPC individuals). For more information, visit www.hrsa.gov.