Counselor Case Manager, Mobile Crisis

This Counseling position at Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is open to counselor candidates.

Licensed counselors and therapists are in high demand as mental health awareness grows, with telehealth platforms creating new opportunities for remote practice.

Stated compensation: $25 - $27/hr.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $27 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Crisis Counseling, Psychiatric Screening, Case Management, Electronic Health Records, De-escalation, Crisis Safety Planning, Microsoft Office, Patient Assessment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Counseling role.

Core responsibilities: Responsible for screening children and adults in psychiatric crisis for hospitalization and providing intensive short-term stabilization services. The role involves maintaining electronic health records and coordinating care to prevent unnecessary inpatient admissions.

Benefits package: Up to 26 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, Sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible hours, On-demand pay. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.