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FULL_TIME
2-5

Program Therapist - Social Services (Days Tues - Sat)

1/3/2026

As a Program Therapist, you will perform social services functions and guide patients in accessing treatment skills for optimal emotional health. Responsibilities include conducting counseling, collaborating with community agencies, and participating in treatment planning meetings.

Salary

60000 - 66000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Lake Behavioral Hospital is a premiere provider of behavioral health and chemical dependency treatment in Northern Illinois. Treatment services are available for adolescents, adults, and senior adults. Lake Behavioral utilizes the latest evidence based treatment models to ensure lasting change for our patients and their families. As a community service, Lake Behavioral offers no-cost mental health assessments 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
About the Role

Job Details

Job Location: Lake Behavioral Hospital - Waukegan, IL 60085
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $66,000.00 Salary
Job Shift: Day

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PROGRAM THERAPIST - SOCIAL SERVICES! 

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus 

8-hour shifts Tuesday - Saturday 8am-4:30pm

 

Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?

 

As a Program Therapist, you will play a vital role in our mission to address the bio-psychosocial needs of our patients. This position involves performing social services functions and guiding patients in accessing treatment skills to achieve optimal emotional health. Your responsibilities will include offering basic consultation, delivering specialized clinical social work services, crisis intervention, and conducting short-term and long-term family therapy.

We are seeking a dedicated individual who can provide information and referrals as needed, contributing to the overall well-being of our patients and their families. If you are ready to bring your therapeutic expertise to a dynamic and caring team, join us at Lake Behavioral Hospital, where your skills will be instrumental in helping individuals achieve their optimal level of emotional health.

  • Conduct individual/couples/family counseling with a focus on engagement, collaboration, and problem-solving.
  • Collaborate with community agencies for patient assessment and services.
  • Evaluate and document the effectiveness of interventions and patient responses.
  • Assess the psychosocial, educational, and behavioral functioning of patients and document updates.
  • Utilize age-specific considerations in treatment planning.
  • Respond promptly to social work service requests.
  • Contribute to the effective functioning of the patient's program and meet social work needs.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning meetings.
  • Ensure specific, measurable goals and interventions are defined.
  • Adhere to specific standards for the care of diverse patient populations.
  • Utilize appropriate interventions in psychiatric emergencies.

 

Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for:

 

  • Education & Education:  Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a clinical-related mental health field preferred.
  • Experience: A minimum of two (2) years experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; and clinical solid assessment skills preferred.
  • Licensure: Must possess an Illinois State license in social work or clinical-related mental health field or receive a license within 6 months of employment.  CADC preferred
  • Additional Requirements: May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

 

Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:

 

  • 401(k) + matching
  • Health insurance
  • 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 100% company-paid long term disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
  • Employee engagement events
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee recognition program
  • Free parking

What sets us apart:

  • Career & training development opportunities
  • Dynamic and inclusive work environment
  • Engaged management team dedicated to your success
  • A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

 

Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Lake Behavioral Hospital.

 

Compensation:

This is a full-time role, and the expected compensation range for this role is $60,000 - $66,000 salary with a $2,000 Sign-On Bonus. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Program Therapist.

 

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service

 

Discover a fulfilling career at Lake Behavioral Hospital (LBH)!

 

We are 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.

 

Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Lake Behavioral Hospital.

 

 

 

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S.

Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service

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At Lake Behavioral Hospital, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities 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.

 

Qualifications


Key Skills
Social WorkCrisis InterventionFamily TherapyGroup TherapyPatient AssessmentTreatment PlanningDocumentationCollaborationEngagementProblem SolvingPsychosocial AssessmentInterdisciplinary TreatmentEmergency InterventionsConsultationReferral ServicesClinical Assessment
Categories
HealthcareSocial Services
Benefits
401(k) + MatchingHealth InsuranceLife InsuranceVision InsuranceDental InsuranceLong Term Disability InsurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysCafeteria On SiteDiscounted MealsEmployee Engagement EventsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Recognition ProgramFree Parking
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