Corrections Behavioral Health Director

University of Illinois Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers for employees and/or b

Job summary

University of Illinois Chicago seeks a Director of Behavioral Health to ensure timely, high‑quality care for detainees at the Winnebago County Justice Center. You will perform behavioral health assessments, diagnose disorders, and lead a team to deliver individual and group counseling, while overseeing data collection and reporting.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with the judicial system, and contribute to program development and policy, reporting to the Chief Psychiatrist.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field is required.
• Unrestricted IL licensure as LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT by start date.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the behavioral health team and manage day-to-day work assignments and schedules.
• Conduct behavioral health assessments of detainees and diagnose disorders.
• Develop comprehensive behavioral health treatment plans for detainees.
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions.
• Educate WCJC staff on behavioral health needs of detainees.
• Coordinate with the judicial system to optimize detainee care and outcomes.
• Enter data into EMR and provide timely reports for meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Education

Master's degree in social or behavioral science

Job description

University of Illinois Chicago seeks a Director of Behavioral Health to ensure timely, high‑quality care for detainees at the Winnebago County Justice Center. You will perform behavioral health assessments, diagnose disorders, and lead a team to deliver individual and group counseling, while overseeing data collection and reporting.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with the judicial system, and contribute to program development and policy, reporting to the Chief Psychiatrist.