Position Summary:
The Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist provides compassionate, patient-centered behavioral health services (groups and 1:1) to support the mental and emotional well-being of patients across the hospital and community. This position works collaboratively with providers and interdisciplinary teams to deliver therapeutic interventions, coordinate care, and promote positive patient outcomes through assessment, counseling, education, and discharge planning.
Status: Full-Time / Part-Time options; Days; Non-Exempt
Market Range: $28.00 - $46.00 / hour depending on applicable licensure, certification and years of relevant experience.
Education
- Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related Behavioral Health field
- Previous clinical experience in behavioral health preferred
- Experience working with geriatric or adult populations preferred
Licensure/Certification
- Current Illinois LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or equivalent licensure required (or ability to obtain within designated timeframe. Current Illinois LSW (Part-Time availability only)
- Current BLS certification required or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire
Competencies and Skills
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
- Ability to provide individual and group therapeutic interventions
- Knowledge of behavioral health assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention
- Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation
- Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare environment
- Commitment to patient confidentiality, safety, and professional ethics
Full-Time Benefits Overview: https://www.cahcare.com/cahc-benefits-non-exempt-full-time
Part-Time Benefits Overview: https://www.cahcare.com/cahc-benefits-non-exempt-part-time
About Carlinville Area Hospital & Clinics
Carlinville Area Hospital and Clinics (CAH&C) is a rural-based independent, healthcare provider offering award-winning inpatient, outpatient and rehabilitation care to the people of Carlinville and surrounding communities in and around Macoupin County. This comprehensive offering also includes a 24-hour STAT Stroke and STAT Heart designated emergency department staffed with emergency medicine physicians. A group of progressive leaders, expert physicians and dedicated team members help to define the culture and belief system of valuing everyone who walks through the doors. Coupled with innovation, modern facilities and a strong medical community that includes vast expertise in over 30 specialties and subspecialties, CAH&C work every day to ensure the best patient experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $46.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Clinical: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
