Problem-Solving Court Clinician

Overview

⚖️ Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals navigating the criminal justice system? Chestnut Health Systems™ is seeking a dedicated Problem-Solving Court Clinician to join our dynamic team in Bloomington, IL. In this full-time role, you’ll work directly with participants in Drug Court and Recovery Court (mental health court), helping them overcome challenges related to mental health and substance use.

You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team—including judges, attorneys, probation officers, jail staff, and law enforcement—to provide compassionate, evidence-based care. This is a unique opportunity to be at the intersection of behavioral health and the justice system, where your work truly matters.

Sign-on bonus available Eligible for National Health Service Corps Student Loan Repayment

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.

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Responsibilities

Conduct diagnostic and assessment evaluations with clients and their families; write bio-psychosocial reports to address diagnosis and patient placement criteria with guidance and oversight as required.

Plan and implement treatment for clients with guidance and oversight as required.

Conduct admissions and discharges.

Develop Master Treatment Plans (MTP) and determine continuing care plans with guidance and oversight as required.

Provide individual, family and group counseling and rehabilitation services to clients and their families (all levels, including advanced or specialized therapy skills). Clinical functions determined by individual training, experience and assigned area(s) of responsibility.

Facilitate skills and educational groups as required by the program.

Qualifications

Must have a master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field and must be eligible and obtain CADC certification or licensure within two (2) years' of hire date.

Must have a valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance and be insurable (when applicable).

Requires basic computer skills and experience to include MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and an electronic medical record (EMR).

Satisfactory completion of Chestnut's background checking process.

This full-time position includes an excellent compensation and benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, FSA, DCA and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, generous paid time off benefits, and more.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leading provider of behavioral and primary health care services. Over four decades, Chestnut has grown to over 700 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health and primary care treatment to patients in Central and Southern Illinois. We provide fully integrated care for all of 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.

Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.

EOE – Minorities / Females / Vets / Disabled

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $44,000 - $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!