Lake Behavioral Hospital

Waukegan

Job Details
Job Location
Lake Behavioral Hospital - Waukegan, IL
Position Type
Full Time
Job Category
Health Care
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.

 

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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Program Specialist. 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 Specialist

Department: Nursing

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Location: 2615 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085

 

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the CNO, the Program Specialist oversees daily operation of evidence based practice/best practice programming.  He/she provides clinical supervision of program dynamics within the acute therapeutic milieu for patients.  Supports program development and organizational objectives, while ensuring that patient goals for recovery, stabilization, and community re-integration are supported by appropriate services.  Supervises and assists in hiring, training, and evaluation of Mental Health Technicians.  Promotes facility values and philosophies in all aspects of treatment practice, in accordance with LBH policies and procedures, local, state, and federal laws and regulation and licensure accreditation standards.

Qualifications
Education: Graduate degree from an accredited school of psychology, social work, professional counseling, education or medicine. 

Experience: Five years experience in inpatient psychiatric setting or equivalent, preferred.  Must have atleast one year of supervisory experience, preferred.

Licensure: Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, Professional Counselor, Nursing or Psychiatrist (MSW, LPC, LCSW, Psy.D., Ed.D., MD, RN, LPN or equivalent)

Additional Requirements: Successful completion of CPR Certification and successful completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) prior to assisting with a restraining procedure and within 90 days of employment. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

Lake Behavioral Hospital offers competitive rates and benefits including:

Salary: Based upon experience 
Medical Insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Paid time off
Short term &amp; long term disability
Life insurance
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.

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