Per Diem / PRN Nurse RN - Behavioral Health
Lake Behavorial Hospital
Waukegan, IL
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Details
Job Location
Lake Behavioral Hospital - Waukegan, IL
Position Type
Full Time
Job Shift
Day
Description
Lake Behavioral Hospital (LBH) is 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.

To learn more about Lake Behavioral Hospital, please visit:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Program Therapist. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply today!

Title: Program Therapist

Department: Social Services

Job Type: PRN

Location: 2615 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085

Position Summary:

The PRN Program Therapist performs social services functions to include assisting patients in meeting their bio psychosocial needs while enabling them to access 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.

Qualifications
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.

Licensure: Must possess an Illinois State license in social work or clinical related mental health field, or receive license within 6 months of employment

Additional Requirements: CPR certification and management of aggressive behavior training within 30 days of employment prior to assisting in a restraining procedure. Must be able to pass a competency exam for the area upon hire. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

Lake Behavioral Hospital offers competitive rates:

$35.00 per hour
On-site cafeteria with discounted meals
Free Parking
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Activities
Employee Recognition Program
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Equal Opportunity Employer

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