Conduct behavioral health assessments and intake evaluations for new clients and families. Develop person-centered treatment plans and provide crisis services and therapeutic interventions.
Join us as a Mental Health Assessment Unit Counselor / QMHP and gain meaningful hands-on experience in a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). This is an excellent opportunity for clinicians pursuing licensure who want to develop their assessment, crisis intervention, and treatment planning skills while receiving support from an experienced behavioral health team.
As one of the first clinical contacts for individuals seeking care, you'll play a critical role in helping clients access the services and support they need during some of their most vulnerable moments. Every assessment you complete helps connect someone to the care, support, and hope they need. If you're ready to launch your behavioral health career with an organization committed to professional growth, community impact, and compassionate care, apply today!
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We are an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. As part of our talent review process, we may utilize technology that helps organize applicant information. This includes ai‑assisted tools that support our team by reviewing and sorting resumes in relation to the experience and qualifications connected to each role. These tools assist our recruiters, but all hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
A Master's degree is required, and candidates must be license eligible (pursuing LPC, LSW, LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT). Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
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.