Chestnut Health Systems·Maryville, Illinois
Provide individualized behavioral health services, including therapy and educational groups, for individuals in a residential substance use disorder program. Manage clinical documentation, coordinate with community stakeholders, and implement evidence-based recovery practices.
Overview Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with substance use disorders?
Do you believe in a holistic, client-driven approach to treatment and recovery?
If so, we invite you to become a vital part of our team at Chestnut Health Systems in Maryville, IL.
This full-time position will work Monday through Friday from 9:30am to 6:00pm in our Women’s Residential Unit.
At Chestnut Health Systems, we're more than just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to making a real difference in people's lives.
With approximately 800 dedicated employees, we provide integrated care that combines behavioral health services with community-based primary care.
Plus, our commitment to research ensures we stay at the forefront of evidence-based practices.
Join us in our mission of achieving health equity and providing compassionate care to underserved communities. **Please note to be considered for a position you must attach a resume, complete the application, and answer all screening questions.
Client-Centered Services: Provide individualized services as identified in treatment, wellness, and safety plans, including specialized services for women. Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy, along with skills and educational groups, ensuring a minimum service level is maintained. Collaborative Scheduling: Work with supervisors and other clinicians to create a well-structured client service schedule that meets funder requirements and addresses individual client needs. Timely Documentation: Complete required services, data entry, and paperwork, including assessments, treatment/recovery plans, discharge summaries, and progress notes, within specified timeframes (e.g., assessments and plans within 24 hours; progress notes within 48 hours). Promote Recovery Model: Advocate for harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and self-directed recovery by utilizing recovery language in documentation and interactions. Holistic Referrals: Provide referrals, linkage, and advocacy to community resources and services that address clients' mental health, substance use, and primary care needs. Community Engagement: Foster positive interactions within Chestnut and with external stakeholders, including family members, probation officers, DCFS case workers, and court personnel, to maintain a favorable program reputation. Professional Development: Attend all meetings and trainings and meet ICB’s GCE requirements within two years of hire. Skill Building: Demonstrate proficiency in evidence-based practices such as Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA) and Motivational Intervening, with a focus on women-specific EBPs. Customer Service Excellence: Adhere to Chestnut’s behavioral standards to promote a culture of customer service excellence.
Maintain and protect the confidentiality of all organizational information, including financial and consumer data.
Additional
Duties: Perform other duties as assigned or negotiated with your supervisor.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent with five years’ social service experience or a bachelor’s degree. Must obtain Certified Alcohol and other Drug Counselor (CADC) certification within two years of hire. Must obtain Illinois Certification Board’s Gender Competency Endorsement (ICB GCE) within two years of hire. Requires basic computer skills and experience to include MS Word, email, and an electronic medical record (EMR). Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We’d love to explore the possibilities with you. Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference. EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience. The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $19.00 - $20.00 an hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity. Check out additional benefits here!
Requires a high school diploma with five years of social service experience or a bachelor's degree. Candidates must obtain CADC and ICB GCE certifications within two years of hire.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Illinois often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed or graduate-prepared candidates who can work in clinical, community, or care-coordination settings. This role is competitive because the required background is specific—either a master’s degree in a human services field or an active Illinois RN license, with behavioral health experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure, degree, and setting experience before applying.
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