Assessment Clinician - Decatur, Illinois
Company: Heritage Behavioral Health Center
Location: Decatur
Posted on: February 16, 2026
|
|
|
Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Assessment Clinician – Heritage
Behavioral Health Center – Decatur, Illinois Salary: Range based on
education, experience, and licensure or certification Mental Health
Professional: $23.00 every other Friday paid off Bachelor’s Degree:
$25.00/hour every other Friday paid off Master’s Degree:
$60,000/annually every other Friday paid off Additional
compensation for certification or licensure (CADC, LPC, LSW, LCSW,
or LCPC) Schedule: Full-Time | Every other Friday off (paid
wellness day) Looking for a career where your work truly matters?
Heritage Behavioral Health Center is hiring passionate
professionals! About Heritage Behavioral Health Center We are a
mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic located
in Decatur, Illinois who is dedicated to improving mental health
and substance use care to individuals in a multi-county area. We
recognize that all individuals at our organization have an impact
on client care – regardless of the position they hold. Why You’ll
Love Working Here: Collaborative mission-driven work environment
Every other Friday off – paid wellness days Competitive salaries
aligned with state and national benchmarks Loan forgiveness
eligibility through NHSC At Heritage, we believe in taking care of
our staff’s needs so that they can concentrate on taking care of
the needs of the individuals we serve. Our staff are our greatest
asset, and we treat them as such! Your Role: Assessment Clinician –
Heritage Behavioral Health Center – Decatur, Illinois As an
Assessment Clinician, you will be the first point of contact for
individuals seeking mental health and substance use treatment in
Clinton, Illinois. This role provides same-day access for
individuals ensuring timely and compassionate care. You will
conduct intake, screening, and comprehensive assessments using
IMCANS and ASAM, develop individualized treatment plans, and
deliver crisis intervention services. Core Responsibilities:
Provide same-day access assessments for individuals presenting
mental health or substance use concerns. Complete intake,
screening, and diagnostic assessments using IMCANS and ASAM
criteria. Develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate
referrals for ongoing services. Deliver crisis intervention for
individuals experiencing acute behavioral health symptoms.
Conducting risk assessments for suicide, self-harm, and violence.
Implementing de-escalation strategies and crisis stabilization
techniques. Creating safety plans and connecting individuals to
appropriate levels of care. Maintain accurate and timely
documentation in compliance with agency and state standards.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: Mental health and
substance use disorders, evidence-based interventions, and
recovery-oriented care. Crisis intervention models and
trauma-informed practices. Community resources and systems of care
for behavioral health. Skills in: Conducting comprehensive
assessments and developing treatment plans. Applying de-escalation
techniques and managing high-stress situations effectively.
Building rapport and engaging individuals seeking support with
empathy and professionalism. Abilities to: Work independently and
as part of a multidisciplinary team. Respond flexibly to
individuals needing an array of supports and referrals Communicate
clearly and effectively with clients, families, and community
partners. Maintain composure and sound judgment under pressure.
Qualifications Mental Health Professional as defined as 5 years of
clinical supervised experience preferred experience in providing
clinical assessment & screening (e.g. provision of IM-CAN & ASAM),
and/or other related experience (e.g. clinical familiarity with the
DSM-5) Bachelor’s degree in human service field Graduate degree in
counseling, clinical psychology, social work, or other human
service fields Certification as Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC),
LSW, or LPC preferred Required to obtain certification (CADC) or
licensure (LSW, LPC) within 2 years of employment Minimum of 21
years of age Reliable means of transportation Heritage also offers
the following with this position: Generous Time Off : Vacation,
sick, personal, and holiday leave Wellness Benefits: Every other
Friday off paid, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and fitness
reimbursement Insurance: Health, dental, vision, flex spending
accounts (healthcare, dependent care), and additional life
insurance. Health insurance includes substantial agency
contributions toward the cost. Retirement: 401k and Roth
Professional Growth: Tuition assistance and continuing education
opportunities Loan Forgiveness: Eligible through the National
Health Service Corp Ready to make a difference? Apply today and
join a team that cares about your well-being as much as the
individuals we serve!
Keywords: Heritage Behavioral Health Center, Decatur , Assessment Clinician - Decatur, Illinois, Healthcare , Decatur, Illinois
