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Arrowleaf

School Based Counselor

Arrowleaf

. Intervenes and evaluates consumers and establishes the diagnosis .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeCairo • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $47,132 - $67,267 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mental health assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention while effectively collaborating with consumers to enhance their functioning and well-being. Proficient in utilizing behavioral theories and local resources to provide comprehensive support and life-management skills.

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Bachelor’s Degree in Human ServicesMental Health Professional (MHP) QualificationCrisis Intervention TechniquesBehavioral and Human Development TheoriesExcellent Written and Oral Communication Skills

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Hard Skills
Treatment PlanningBehavior MonitoringLife-Management Skills TeachingCrisis InterventionConflict Resolution TechniquesEvidence-Based CurriculumsDirect Service DeliveryScheduling Evening AppointmentsKnowledge of Local Health ResourcesConsumer Diagnosis Understanding
Soft Skills
CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingEmpathyAdaptability
Tools & Technologies
Computer SkillsTransportation Services
Industry Keywords
Human ServicesMental HealthSubstance UseCrisis ResponseConsumer Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Intervenes and evaluates consumers and establishes the diagnosis
  • Develops treatment plans collaboratively with consumers by defining goals, specific outcomes, and time-frames for treatment
  • Monitors consumers' behavior
  • Intervenes therapeutically to change attitudes, beliefs and behaviors of consumers to improve individual and family level of functioning
  • Provides crisis intervention to stabilize the consumer's condition using short-term crisis intervention techniques and/or referral to other support services
  • Maintains networking and referral contacts with other human service providers internally and externally
  • Carries a caseload as assigned by a direct supervisor
  • Completes required monthly direct service hours to consumers
  • Facilitates recreation, socialization, and cultural activities for consumers
  • Teaches life-management skills to consumers
  • Provides and arranges transportation services to consumers for translation to their natural environment

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field
  • Qualifies as a Mental Health Professional (MHP)
  • Knowledge of various behavioral and human development theories and practices
  • Ability to understand mental health and substance use diagnoses, treatment planning processes, and evidence-based curriculums
  • Knowledge of local health and human services resources
  • Knowledge of basic crisis intervention and conflict resolution techniques
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Travels to off-site/community-based locations for direct service delivery
  • Participates in after-hours crisis response rotation
  • Ability to schedule evening appointments
  • Maintains and provides proof of a valid driver's license
  • Maintains and provides proof of personal vehicle liability insurance
  • At least 21 years of age

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health, vision and dental insurance options available after 1st day of the month after 60 calendar days of employment
  • Up to $50,000 life insurance policy
  • 401(k) with company match for qualifying staff
  • Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Short-Term disability, Accident/Incident, Hospital Indemnity)
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Up to 376 hours of paid time off just within your first year of employment
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Up to 40 hours personal time
  • 12 sick days
  • 40 hours bereavement leave
  • 12 vacation days (6 month probation period)
  • 8 hours volunteer paid time off per year
  • Paid advanced trainings and certification opportunities
  • Free clinical supervision for licensure (LCSW, LCPC, CADC)
  • Leadership & Advancement Opportunities
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
  • CCBHC Workforce Career Accelerator Program
  • National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Eligible Site
  • Additional opportunities for compensation are available above starting salary