Behavioral Health Specialist

Department Court Services Title Behavioral Health Specialist Listed On 10/21/2026 Listed Until 12/31/2026

The Sangamon County Court Services Department is accepting applications for a full-time Behavioral Health Specialist position.

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, responsibilities may include tasks related to: Supporting the operations of the Sangamon County Drug Court, Mental Health Recovery Court and Veterans Courts. Screen and assess referrals from Probation Officers, Problem-Solving Courts, and Detention Staff for individuals under the supervision of the Probation and Court Services Department for substance use and mental health problems. Provides case management and services for those who are in crisis and/or who are struggling to cope with stressors. May provide individual and group counseling for adults involved in Problem-Solving Courts. As appropriate, will provide brief interventions.

The Court Services Department consists of Adult Services, Juvenile Services and Detention division.

Requirements

Preferably a Master's Degree from an accredited college/university in counseling, social work or clinical psychology and licensed as a counselor (LCPC, LCSW, and LPC) in Illinois or reciprocal state. Will consider a Bachelor's Degree with a CADC or similar certification. Must be on the Administrative Office of Illinois Courts hiring eligibility list at the time of employment offer. Must pass criminal history and DCFS background checks and provide a negative drug test. Possess a valid driver's license.

Skills

Knowledge of the criminal justice system; ability to follow written and oral instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with probationers/clients, judiciary stakeholders, victims, social service/community agencies, and others; competent in the use of various software programs including Word; ability to perform home/agency visits, and be proficient in legal writing.

Benefits

Annual base salary $63,718.00 to $79,637.00; health, dental, and life insurance; IMRF pension plan; deferred compensation option; paid vacation, sick, and personal time.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and the Sangamon County Court Services Department application (go to www.sangamonil.gov, click Departments, click Probation and Court Services, and click Employment Application). You may submit by mail to Sangamon County Court Services Department, Attention: Julie Durr, 200 South Ninth Street, Room 308, Springfield, IL 62701-1608 or by email to Julie.Durr@sangamonil.gov.

Further Info

Sangamon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer