Jasper County Health Department - Behavioral Health

11/13/2025

🎲 Are You Really Winning? 🎲

Gambling might seem like fun — but when it keeps you up at night, you’re always chasing losses, or you wouldn’t be here if you didn’t need help... it might be time to ask the question:

Is this really winning?

If you’re in Illinois, you’re not alone. 700K people here are at risk for or experiencing problem gambling.

Illinois Helpline

Check out this resource: https://e.helplineil.org/areyoureallywinning/

It offers:
✅ A screener to ask yourself if gambling is becoming a problem.
Illinois Helpline

✅ Clear signs to watch out for — like needing to bet more to feel the same rush, hiding how much you gamble, or gambling when upset.
Illinois Helpline

✅ Confidential help and referrals, 24/7 and free. If you see the signs, you don’t have to face it alone.
Illinois Helpline

🧠 Take-away:
If you’re asking yourself “Am I really winning?”, that may be the wake-up call. It doesn’t have to be about hitting a jackpot. It’s about getting your life, relationships, finances, and peace of mind back.

📞 Need someone to talk to? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, text GAMB to 833234, or visit the link above.
Illinois Helpline

Please share this post. You might help someone else see that they’re not alone — and winning isn’t always what it seems. 💙

10/14/2025

There will be NO substance use disorder group on 10/21/2025 at the Newton Office.

09/12/2025

Great news!
We received the Carolyn Adams Ticket for the Cure grant again this year, so we are able to continue our monthly Cancer Support meetings! We have lots of great things in store!
Are you a Cancer fighter, Cancer Survivor, or a current or past Caretaker of someone affected by Cancer? If so, these groups are for you!!
****Please note that September & October meetings are being held at the West End Event Center due to our remodeling project. ****

09/10/2025

It's ! 🌎💙

Whether you've lost a loved one or experienced your own personal struggles, we're sending love today to everyone who has been touched by su***de. Remember, together, we can fight for a world without su***de.

Today and every day, AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by su***de. We're creating a culture that’s smart about mental health by engaging in funding scientific research, educating the public about mental health and su***de prevention, advocating for public policies in mental health and su***de prevention, and supporting survivors of su***de loss and those affected by su***de.

08/13/2025

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07/02/2025

July Newsletter!

06/30/2025

🕊️ Our hearts are with all those affected by the tragic events that occurred over the weekend. We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and communities impacted by the lives lost.

During times like these, it’s important to remember that you don’t have to carry the weight alone. If you or someone you know needs support, our therapists are available this week to provide a safe space to talk and process.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re here for you. 🧡💙

Call 618-783-4154 to talk.

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06/11/2025

The Jasper County Health Department behavioral health division is currently hiring. We provide outpatient mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, DUI and Risk Education services, drug court services and have consulting psychiatric services for psychotropic medication needs of our clients. At Jasper County Health Department, our employees have an opportunity to make a difference every day by helping people with mental health and substance use issues gain control of their lives. If you have a positive attitude, good communication skills, and a commitment to helping people, JCHD is for you. Benefits for full time employees include but are not limited to: 23 paid days off in the first year, employer contribution to IMRF retirement with option for voluntary additional contribution, and health and life insurance options.

We have the following positions available.

Therapist/Counselor: We are hiring in our Richland location. Bachelor’s degree in human services field required, Master’s degree preferred. Starting rate of pay for this position is $21.90 with a bachelor’s degree, but increases based on degree and licensure. Annual increases are given as budget allows . Please specify when applying if you have a preference for treating MH, SUD, or both.

Job duties include:
• Assessing consumers, establishing diagnoses, developing treatment plans collaboratively with consumers by defining goals, specific outcomes and time-frames for treatment.
• Providing counseling and clinical services to consumers
• Providing crisis intervention to stabilize consumer's condition by utilizing short-term crisis intervention techniques and/or referral to other support services.
• Plans, develops, and facilitates group programs to be used with consumers.

Receptionist Position: We are currently accepting applications for a part time receptionist position in our Jasper County Health Department-Behavioral Health Richland office, in Olney, IL. Position needed is around 10-15 hours a week. Starting rate of pay for this position is $17.09 with annual increases as budget allows. Applicants should have computer knowledge and excellent communication, organization and time management skills.

Please send resume to Jeannie Johnson, Jasper County Health Department, 106 E. Edwards Street, Newton, IL 62448 or call 618-783-4154. Resumes can also be dropped off at 910 S Van Buren, Newton, IL or 117 N Boone Street, Olney, IL.

06/10/2025

06/02/2025

June Newsletter!

05/14/2025

SAVE THE DATE!

It is time for our Annual Health Fair once again! Please join us on Wednesday May 28th from 10-1 at the West End Reception and Event Center, in Newton, IL.

There will be many vendors with great information and screenings. ARCH Helicopter is to land around 10 (weather permitting) for the kids to check out! Also, we will be selling items for lunch with all monies going to the Jasper County Cancer Support Fund.

05/05/2025

May Newsletter!