PRN Residential Technician
Chestnut Health Systems
Summary
Join Chestnut Health Systems as a Residential Technician at our Bloomington, IL location. In this role, you'll help create a safe, supportive environment for individuals in residential treatment while gaining valuable experience in behavioral health. This is a great opportunity for those interested in building a career in human services, with opportunities for growth and advancement. Shift differential included.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Monitor and support clients in residential treatment to ensure a safe and structured environment
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the unit, including following food safety standards
- Assist clients with daily living activities and routines
- Supervise and engage clients in recreational and leisure activities
- Accurately document attendance, services provided, and progress notes in the electronic medical record
- Collaborate with supervisors and team members to support client care and program operations
- Promote trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care, emphasizing respect, empowerment, and wellness
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Basic computer skills and ability to use an electronic medical record (EMR)
- Valid driver's license and insurability required if transporting clients
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Basic computer skills and ability to use an electronic medical record (EMR)
- Valid driver's license and insurability required if transporting clients
Benefits
- Retirement savings plan
- Company match
- Employee assistance program
- Shift differential
Company overview
Chestnut Health Systems is a comprehensive not-for-profit healthcare organization founded in 1973 that provides integrated behavioral health and primary care services across Illinois and Missouri. As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), the organization delivers a wide range of services including mental health counseling, substance use treatment and recovery programs, primary medical care, dental services, housing assistance, and crisis intervention. With over 750 employees, Chestnut operates multiple locations and serves diverse communities through evidence-based treatment approaches. The organization is accredited by The Joint Commission and has established itself as a leader in researching evidence-based behavioral health treatments through its Lighthouse Institute. Chestnut's integrated care model connects physical and behavioral health services, offering whole-person care regardless of patients' ability to pay through sliding fee scales and insurance acceptance. In 2024 alone, the organization treated over 13,600 behavioral health clients, provided primary care to nearly 10,000 patients, and answered more than 305,000 calls for assistance.