Qualified Behavioral Health Professional - Emergency
Company: Carle Health
Location: Peoria
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview $2,500 sign on bonus and $2,500 relocation (greater
than 50 miles) – External Applicants Only. Under the general
supervision of the Supervisor, Outpatient Behavioral Health will
provide behavioral health assessment, intervention, and
consultation to individuals and/or groups identified as having
behavioral health needs; plans treatment modalities, coordinates
and follows treatment plans. Will provide crisis evaluation and
intervention as needed. The QBHP is recognized as a Qualified
Mental Health Professional under Medicaid Community-Based Mental
Health Services Rule 140. Qualifications Certifications: - Use of
usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions
of the position. Upon Hire Education: Master's degree in
counseling, social work, psychology, related field, Experience
Requirements: One of the following: - Successfully completed 1,000
hours of practicum and/or internship under clinical and educational
supervision. - One year of documented clinical experience under the
supervision of a QMHP. Other Requirements Demonstrates an ability
to apply critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to a range
of client situations; has the ability to accurately assess and
diagnose; can develop treatment plans and interventions with
clients; possesses interpersonal skills, professional attitude and
understands the ethical standards of behavioral healthcare. Able to
interpret rules and regulations. Possesses good written and oral
communication skills. Has the ability to plan and organize their
work. Is able to recognize signs of suicidal behavior, assess for
lethality, and respond in a clinically appropriate manner.
Responsibilities Key Accountability - Performs diagnostic
assessments, collects diagnostic information, and determines
immediate treatment plan needs with patients. - Requests medical
consultation, where indicated, in a diligent and timely manner. -
Completes treatment plan in conjunction with patient, identifying
goals/objectives that are connected to needs identified in the
assessment. - Provides behavioral health therapy to individuals,
families and/or groups identified as having behavioral health
needs. - Coordinates with Emergency Response Service and other
crisis service teams for clients presenting who may be a danger to
self or others. - Maintains records in accordance with
TrilliumPlace policies, as well as state and federal oversight
agencies and accreditation agencies including Joint Commission,
Medicaid, Medicaid Rehabilitation Option, Illinois Department of
Public Health, and Commercial Insurances. - Acts as a liaison and
resource between the community and patient needs; coordinates
treatment goals with community agencies, primary care physicians,
court system, and managed-care entities. Key Accountability - Meets
clinical productivity standards - Meets compliance standards for
all documentation and clinical charts. Key Accountability -
Participates in in-service and competency training. - Prepares
special reports as needed on activities, and work group activities.
About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose
you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can
thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities
meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL,
Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members
in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of
healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle
Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health
Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston
Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s
highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist
College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first
engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer
opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois
with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We
are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against
any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color,
sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender
identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other
federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates
in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and,
if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information
from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. |
For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation and
Benefits The compensation range for this position is $29.29per hour
- $50.38per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum
range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The
actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a
variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s
experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts
worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive
benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more
visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
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