Virtual Program Therapist (Outpatient) (Evenings) FT

Lake Behavioral Hospital; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health insurance

Life insurance (100% company-paid up 2

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long term disability (100% companyPaid

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-site cafeteria & discounted meals

Employee engagement programs

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Free parking

Job summary

Lake Behavioral Hospital in Waukegan, IL is hiring a Virtual Outpatient Program Therapist (Evenings). The role supports patients through social work services in an outpatient program, with duties including group facilitation, crisis intervention, and family therapy.

Requirements include a Master's in Social Work and an Illinois license. CPI and CPR certification are required or provided during orientation. Compensation ranges from $60,000 to $66,000 with a $2,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a psychiatric health care facility
• Illinois state license in social work or related field
• CPI and CPR certification required (training provided)

Responsibilities

• Form educational, therapeutic, or support groups in person or virtual
• Communicate with patients, families, health care team, and community providers
• Interact with community agencies for assessment and service
• Provide liaison and referral services to community agencies
• Identify opportunities for program improvement and participate in projects
• Respond to requests for social work services promptly

Skills

Crisis intervention

Group therapy

Family therapy

Clinical assessment

Communication with care teams

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Illinois state license in social work or clinical mental health field

Job description

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 VIRTUAL PROGRAM THERAPIST (OUTPATIENT) (Evenings)

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 11am - 9pm

Your Work Matters

How will you make a difference?

The Virtual Outpatient Program Therapist performs social services functions to include assisting patients in meeting their bio psychosocial needs while enabling them to access through therapeutic treatment skills to achieve their optimal level of emotional health, including providing basic consultation, teaching, complete specialized clinical social work services for patients/families receiving care, crisis intervention, short-term and long-term family therapy, and providing information and referrals as needed. The program therapist will be expected to assist in the intensive outpatient department and inpatient departments as needed.

• Formulate and conduct educational, therapeutic, and or support groups in person or virtual
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, health care team members and community providers regarding patient status and progress
• Interact and communicate with community agencies in assessment of and service to patients
• Provide liaison and referral services to community agencies
• Identify opportunities for the program and participate in Performance Improvement projects and activities
• Respond to request for social worker services in a timely manner

Your Experience Matters

• 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 have strong clinical assessment skills preferred. Knowledge with IOP, PHP, and or SUD groups.
• License: Illinois state license in social work or clinical related mental health field.
• Additional Requirements: Must be CPI and CPR certified, required. Will offer training during new hire orientation.

Your Care Matters

• 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 (Outpatient).

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.

To learn more about LBH, visit us at: https://www.lakebehavioralhospital.com/

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

Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service

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