Behavioral Health Outreach Technician at Chestnut Health Systems
Madison, IL
About the Job
Overview
Work with riders in an innovative project among Chestnut Health Systems, Bi-State Transit, and St
Clair County Transit District
This is a full-time, team-oriented position in a non-clinical setting which may require evening, midnight, and weekend hours.
Responsibilities
Work on a MetroLink train or transfer station in Illinois or Missouri
Collaborate with MetroLink Ambassadors, Metro Transit Security, and local law enforcement
Engage riders in dialogue
Screen riders for needed services
Develop therapeutic alliances
Provide crisis assessments, counseling, and intervention
Provide situational problem solving and skill development
Transport riders to services as needed.
Position centers around interactions with individuals with untreated physical, mental, and substance use issues in a non-clinical setting
Must be able to work alongside a partner for the majority of work hours
Must provide even-tempered responses to potentially volatile situations.
Promote the recovery model of treatment including trauma-informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, health/wellness, and spirituality/connectedness.
Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; have demonstrated skills in human services and in the field of services to adults
Must also have demonstrated the ability to work within the organization structure and accept supervision, and have demonstrated the ability to work constructively with consumers, treatment resources and the community
Must have a valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance and be insurable
Requires basic computer skills and experience to include MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook and an electronic medical record.
Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs when that’s the case
Chestnut is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace
If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! You might be just the right candidate for another role
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.
Chestnut offers a new salary structure and robust benefits!
EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.
Work with riders in an innovative project among Chestnut Health Systems, Bi-State Transit, and St
Clair County Transit District
This is a full-time, team-oriented position in a non-clinical setting which may require evening, midnight, and weekend hours.
Responsibilities
Work on a MetroLink train or transfer station in Illinois or Missouri
Collaborate with MetroLink Ambassadors, Metro Transit Security, and local law enforcement
Engage riders in dialogue
Screen riders for needed services
Develop therapeutic alliances
Provide crisis assessments, counseling, and intervention
Provide situational problem solving and skill development
Transport riders to services as needed.
Position centers around interactions with individuals with untreated physical, mental, and substance use issues in a non-clinical setting
Must be able to work alongside a partner for the majority of work hours
Must provide even-tempered responses to potentially volatile situations.
Promote the recovery model of treatment including trauma-informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, health/wellness, and spirituality/connectedness.
Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; have demonstrated skills in human services and in the field of services to adults
Must also have demonstrated the ability to work within the organization structure and accept supervision, and have demonstrated the ability to work constructively with consumers, treatment resources and the community
Must have a valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance and be insurable
Requires basic computer skills and experience to include MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook and an electronic medical record.
Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs when that’s the case
Chestnut is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace
If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! You might be just the right candidate for another role
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.
Chestnut offers a new salary structure and robust benefits!
EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.
