Behavioral Health Juvenile Justice Clinician

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Clinician in the Behavioral Health Juvenile Justice program to provide counseling and support services to juveniles and their families. This role is integral in delivering evidence-based interventions, facilitating recovery, and collaborating with court officials and community partners to ensure the best outcomes for at-risk youth. This position will be based in St. Clair or Madison County detention centers.

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus!

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

Complete required data entry and documentation in accordance with program and agency policies.

Provide juvenile and family-driven services that align with treatment, recovery, and safety plans, including individual, family, and group counseling.

Utilize evidence-based counseling techniques and behavioral modification strategies to support positive behavioral changes in youth and families.

Develop and provide educational resources to juveniles and families, offering guidance on behavioral health challenges and coping strategies.

Promote the recovery model of treatment, incorporating trauma-informed care to foster self-directed recovery.

Provide factual, strengths-based court testimony that highlights the needs and progress of juveniles and families.

Foster positive relationships within Chestnut and the community, particularly with court officials and juvenile justice entities.

Attend and facilitate meetings, juvenile staffings, and program development activities, ensuring compliance with supervision and training requirements.

Assume leadership roles regularly with minimal oversight, demonstrating initiative and professional expertise.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.

Strong background in juvenile behavioral health services preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, email, videoconferencing, and electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

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

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 $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!