Founding Program Therapist II — Lead Behavioral Health

Lake Harbor Behavioral Health; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Harbor Behavioral Health in Gurnee, IL is seeking a Program Therapist II to join the founding clinical team. You will provide individual and group therapy, help establish the program's clinical standards, and mentor colleagues.

This is an opportunity to shape care delivery from the ground up, contribute to evidence-based practices, and build a collaborative treatment culture that prioritizes hope, healing, and recovery.

Qualifications

• Experience treating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Strong independent clinical judgment and leadership skills.
• Passion for patient-centered, evidence-based care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the foundation clinical program as part of the founding team.
• Provide high-quality individual and group therapy.
• Mentor colleagues and help define clinical excellence.
• Contribute to development of a collaborative treatment culture.
• Shape how care is delivered from the very beginning.

Skills

Substance use disorders expertise

Independent clinical judgment

Leadership skills

Patient-centered care

Job description

Lake Harbor Behavioral Health in Gurnee, IL is seeking a Program Therapist II to join the founding clinical team. You will provide individual and group therapy, help establish the program's clinical standards, and mentor colleagues.

This is an opportunity to shape care delivery from the ground up, contribute to evidence-based practices, and build a collaborative treatment culture that prioritizes hope, healing, and recovery.