Part-Time Pediatric Inpatient Therapist (Evenings/Weekends)

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc.; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

This position supports the Child and Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatric Unit at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Park Ridge, IL. It provides therapeutic supports to patients and families and conducts risk assessments as needed, working closely with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires an MA degree in Social Work or Psychology and IL licensure (LCSW or LCPC). Weekend coverage and on-site duties are included, with a focus on building relationships and promoting positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• This position requires an MA degree in Social Work or Psychology.
• LCSW or LCPC licensure in the State of IL is required.
• Minimum two years of experience in a mental health or related setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couple and family therapy using a solution-focused approach.
• Conduct risk assessments and make recommendations for patients.
• Offer case management, outreach and aftercare services.
• Lead treatment or skills-building groups.
• Collaborate with Child/Adolescent psychiatrists and multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate documentation and insurance/billing forms.

Skills

Clinically appropriate skills

Courteous and professional

Keyboard skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Education

MA degree in Social Work or Psychology

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

This position supports the Child and Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatric Unit at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Park Ridge, IL. It provides therapeutic supports to patients and families and conducts risk assessments as needed, working closely with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires an MA degree in Social Work or Psychology and IL licensure (LCSW or LCPC). Weekend coverage and on-site duties are included, with a focus on building relationships and promoting positive outcomes.