Chestnut Health Systems·Granite City, Illinois
The Crisis Intervention Specialist provides essential mental health support, including assessments, safety planning, and referrals for individuals in emotional crisis. They also collaborate with community partners and maintain accurate clinical documentation to ensure high-quality, integrated care.
Overview We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Crisis Intervention Specialist to join our team on a full-time basis.
This role is based out of our Granite City office and is essential in supporting individuals during moments of emotional crisis, promoting recovery through trauma-informed care, and connecting people to vital community resources.
Chestnut Health Systems™ is a leading provider of integrated health care services.
Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to more than 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri.
We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers.
Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.
This is a Full-Time role with daytime hours.
The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $44,400 - $50,575 annual salary.
Deliver crisis intervention services, including assessments, safety planning, and referrals. Complete documentation promptly—100% of assessments and safety plans at time of service; 80% of progress notes within 24 hours. Support individuals through court-ordered assessments, group services (e.g., anger management, parenting), and case management. Use recovery-oriented language and practices that emphasize hope, empowerment, and self-direction. Collaborate with hospitals, law enforcement, and natural support systems to maintain strong community relationships. Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions. Provide after-hours crisis support as assigned. Maintain confidentiality and uphold the organization’s standards for customer service excellence.
Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field. Minimum of 1,000 hours of supervised mental health experience. Valid driver’s license, private auto insurance, and insurability. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic medical records (EMR). Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. Chestnut Health Systems is committed to advancing health equity and delivering high-quality, integrated care to the communities we serve. Our teams are driven by compassion, innovation, and a shared mission to make a meaningful 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 $44,400 - $50,575 annual salary. 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!
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field. A minimum of 1,000 hours of supervised mental health experience and a valid driver’s license are required.
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.