Access Counselor - Remote (must reside in IL)

Counselor Above average in Behavioral Health (Counseling)No weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$27.37/hr

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Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
No weekends
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Job Description

Become a champion of hope.

At Rosecrance, we’ve been leading the way in behavioral health services for over
a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use
and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence-based
therapies. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’re ready to welcome
you! We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver
on our mission of hope and recovery.

Position Summary

The Access Counselor – Specialized Services plays a key role in coordinating
access to care for clients, ensuring timely and effectively solutions while
supporting business development efforts. Primarily focused on access
coordination, this position will contribute to building relationships with
referral sources and expanding service opportunities. This position will
demonstrate flexibility in meeting the needs of professional sources,
collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify growth
opportunities, and maintain a strong community present through regular outreach,
meetings and events.   

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling & Guidance,
Rehabilitation
Counseling, Social Work, Vocational Counseling, Pastoral Counseling, Family
Therapy, or related
field, Masters preferred.
* Illinois Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC) within 24
months or licensed
in Illinois as a LSW of LPC preferred
* Minimum two years’ behavioral health treatment experience
* Must qualify as a MHP as defined by the Illinois Department of Mental Health
Rule 132.
* Demonstrated clinical competency in assessments and admissions
* Adequate written skills to accurately complete required documentation within
the time frames
prescribed
* Must be emotionally and medically able to perform essential job

responsibilities

* Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance

Responsibilities

1. Work hours prescribed and any additional hours deemed necessary for the

responsibilities

assigned.
2. Schedule and conduct assessment interviews with potential clients and their
significant others.
3.  Excellent written and oral communication skills.
4. Ability to quickly establish rapport.
5. Computer proficiency required.
6.  Ability to navigate and complete documentation in the electronic
healthcare record.
7. Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the prescribed
time frames.
8. Knowledge of accepted assessment techniques.
9. Formulate initial diagnostic impression and appropriate recommendations.
10. Provide case management and counseling services to assigned patients.
11.  Utilize intervention skills as required to place the patient at the
appropriate level of treatment
services.
12.  Maintain knowledge of community, school and recovery resources to make
appropriate
interagency referrals as required.
13.  Provide networking, linkage and follow-up with referral sources.
14.  Ensure that patient service records are maintained consistently with
standards, rules and
regulations.
15. Work with the treatment team to develop the individual treatment plan and
assist the patients with
and treatment plan objectives.
16.  Document information in patient service records consistent with rules and
regulations.
17.  Participate in staffing sessions to review patient’s progress and
establish future clinical direction.
18.  Assume on-call responsibilities as scheduled or when necessary.
19.  Serve as a member of the Access Team and participate in all team meetings
and activities.
20.  Understand and comply with all the principles established by the
Rosecrance Corporate
Compliance Program and Code of Ethics.
21.  Perform all responsibilities in compliance with the mission, vision,
values and expectations of
Rosecrance.
22.  Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
23.  Serve as a role model for other staff, patients and customers and
demonstrate positive guest
relations in representing Rosecrance.
24.  Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by management.
25.  As assigned, performs CLIA-waived laboratory testing and related quality
control activities in
accordance with CLIA requirements, manufacturer instructions, infection
control protocols, and
organizational procedures.

Schedule

* Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm with the exception of Wednesday being
11:30am-8:00pm

Work Location: Remote Role- Based out of Rosecrance Mulford Office

Work Mode:  Remote 

Compensation

* Starting Pay: $27.37/hr (based on education, experience, and credentials)

Our Benefits

Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package for
you and your family:

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options to meet your
needs)

· 401(k) with employer match & discretionary contribution

· Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D

· Tuition assistance & licensure/certification reimbursement

· Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave

· Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!

· Wellness program, including an on-site gym at select facilities

· Discounts at participating retailers

· Daily pay available through UKG Wallet for financial flexibility

Who We Are

Rosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for
over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome
substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies
and compassionate care. Join us in our mission to foster lasting recovery and
transform lives.

We are committed to providing careers that make a difference in the lives of the
people we serve and the people we employ. We do this through the work we do, our
core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our
purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope.

Our Health and Safety Commitment

We maintain a zero-tolerance drug-free environment, including marijuana, to
prioritize safety for staff and clients. All candidates must pass an
occupational health screening, ensuring a secure and healthy workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the
workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including
pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age,
disability,

marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our
hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience
relevant to the requirements of the position.

Our Partnerships

· AARP Employer Pledge Program

· MSEP (Military Spouse Employment Partnership).

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Substance abuse counselingClinical documentationElectronic healthcare recordsCrisis interventionReferral networkingTreatment planningInteragency collaborationCommunity outreach

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Access Counselor - Remote (must reside in IL) at Rosecrance Behavioral Health a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Behavioral Health (Counseling) — ranked against 262 active Behavioral Health (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Behavioral Health — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 62% are remote, 28% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$57k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $57k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Rosecrance Behavioral Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Rockford, IL
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match & discretionary contribution
Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
Tuition assistance & licensure/certification reimbursement
Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
Referral program up to $1,000 per hire
Wellness program with on-site gym at select facilities
Daily pay available through UKG Wallet