*Lake Behavioral Hospital* (LBH) is a 161-bed acute care facility located in Waukegan, IL and has been providing mental health treatment to the community and the state of Illinois since 2018.
We are dedicated to offering services to meet the ever-changing emotion and behavioral healthcare needs of adolescents, adults, and their families.
We offer specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services proven to decrease symptoms of mental illness and we are committed to help people live healthier lives.
Our compassionate and experienced team of psychiatrists, licensed therapists, nurses and support staff are here to create an atmosphere of health, hope, and healing.
To learn more about Lake Behavioral Hospital, please visit:
* https://www.
lakebehavioralhospital.
com/
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Lead Clinician.
If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply today!
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Title:* Lead Clinician
*Department:* Referral & Assessment
*Job Type:* Full-time
*Schedule: Ability to work a Flexiable Schedule*
*Location:* 2615 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085
*Position Summary:*
The Lead Clinician is responsible for assisting in the process of responding to referrals and other requests for services and information.
The Intake Admission Clinician assesses all ages and collaborates with a physician to determine a proper disposition.
The Lead Clinician provides technical assistance to the discharge planning process, under the direction of the Director of A&R.
The Lead Clinician is often the first contact with the community and therefore excels at providing resources, and support to callers and walk-ins.
The Lead Clinician provides general support to the case management program.
*Education:* Registered Nurse or Masters Degree in a human relations field required.
*Experience*: Preferably two or more years experience in intake assessment activities within an acute psychiatric setting.
A minimum of two (2) years experience in a psychiatric hospital setting including customer contact.
*Licensure: *Licensed to practice in the State of Illinois as a mental health professional is preferred.
*Additional Requirements: *A working knowledge of the latest DSM and Mental Status Exam.
A working knowledge of the Addiction and Recovery field.
Must be CPI and CPR certified, required.
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Lake Behavioral Hospital *offers competitive rates and benefits including:
* *Salary: Based upon experience*
* *$2,000 Sign On Bonus*
* *Shift Differential*
* Medical Insurance
* Dental insurance
* Vision insurance
* 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
* Paid time off
* Short term & long term disability
* Life insurance
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_Equal Opportunity Employer_
_At Lake Behavioral Hospital we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
__Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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Job Type: Full-time
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