Officer Wellness Coordinator - Located in Rockford, IL

Sign on bonus available for this position!

• $4,000 - Master's level
• $5,000 - Licensed 

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Join a purpose-driven community of champions.

Position Purpose:  Provide oversight and direct clinical support to mental health wellness program designed for the employees and families of the Winnebago County Sheriff’s department; including Sheriff’s deputies, jail officers and emergency dispatch personnel.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or other related field.
• Licensed in the state of Illinois (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT) preferred.
• Minimum of two years’ therapy experience providing an array of therapeutic approaches: CBT, EMDR, exposure therapy.
• Previous experience and/or competency providing trauma-informed care to first responders and their families. Willingness to receive further training in this specialty.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, a collaborative style of working with others, and ability to work independently.
• Excellent time management
• Computer data entry ability
• Must be emotionally and medically able to perform essential job responsibilities.
• Must be free from active or infectious diseases.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Provide individual, couple, and group therapy when appropriate.
2. Accompany officers in the field to provide on-site support.
3. Providing initial and follow-up debriefing to personnel involved in critical incident response.
4. Providing resiliency training on psychological and stress management, officer wellness, critical incidents, suicide awareness and prevention for first responders.
5. Provide psychoeducational services to officers to build symptom awareness for mental illness, substance use, and suicidality.
6. Documentation of services in client records management database/electronic health records system, ensuring confidentiality of client information
7. Consulting and collaborating with staff, management, and health care professionals about matters related to mental health.
8. Potentially supervise staff or interns

Work Location: Winnebago County Sheriff's Office - 650 W State Street, Rockford, IL 61102

Benefits: Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Salary based on education, experience, and credentials
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options to meet your needs
• 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution
• Group Life Insurance including LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance and licensure/certification reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
• Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!
• Wellness plan with certain facilities offering an on-site gym

About Us:

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.

Health and Safety:

Committed to upholding a drug-free environment, we prioritize the safety and well-being of both our employees and those under our care. Our zero-tolerance policy extends to all forms of drug use, including marijuana. As a part of our hiring process, candidates are required to undergo an occupational health screening, further ensuring the safety and security of our workplace community.

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.

Licenses & Certifications

• IL-Clinical Psychologist