Program Therapist - Social Services (Days Tues-Sat.)
Listed compensation
$60k-$69k
The week · per this posting · Tuesday – Saturday
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Job Description
Job DetailsPosition Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $60,000.00 - $69,000.00 SalaryJob Shift: DayJOIN OUR TEAM AS A PROGRAM THERAPIST - SOCIAL SERVICES! $2,000 Sign-On Bonus 8-hour shifts Tuesday – Saturday 8am-4:30pm Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?
As a Program Therapist, you will play a vital role in our mission to address the bio-psychosocial needs of our patients. This position involves performing social services functions and guiding patients in accessing treatment skills to achieve optimal emotional health.
Your responsibilities will include offering basic consultation, delivering specialized clinical social work services, crisis intervention, and conducting short-term and long-term family therapy.
We are seeking a dedicated individual who can provide information and referrals as needed, contributing to the overall well-being of our patients and their families.
If you are ready to bring your therapeutic expertise to a dynamic and caring team, join us at Lake Behavioral Hospital, where your skills will be instrumental in helping individuals achieve their optimal level of emotional health.
Conduct individual/couples/family counseling with a focus on engagement, collaboration, and problem-solving. Collaborate with community agencies for patient assessment and services. Evaluate and document the effectiveness of interventions and patient responses.
Assess the psychosocial, educational, and behavioral functioning of patients and document updates. Utilize age-specific considerations in treatment planning. Respond promptly to social work service requests. Contribute to the effective functioning of the patient's program and meet social work needs.
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning meetings. Ensure specific, measurable goals and interventions are defined. Adhere to specific standards for the care of diverse patient populations. Utilize appropriate interventions in psychiatric emergencies.
Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for: Education & 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 clinical solid assessment skills preferred.
Licensure: Must possess an Illinois State license in social work or clinical-related mental health field or receive a license within 6 months of employment. CADC preferred Additional Requirements: May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.
Your Care Matters What we provide for our team: 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 - $69,000 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.
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.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
The Program Therapist will provide clinical social work services, including individual, family, and group therapy to address the bio-psychosocial needs of patients. They will also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans and conduct patient assessments in a psychiatric care setting.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work or a related mental health field and possess or be eligible for an Illinois state license. A minimum of two years of experience in a psychiatric health care facility is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Program Therapist - Social Services (Days Tues-Sat.) at LAKE BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,885 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Counselor Career Context
Lake Behavioral Hospital ranks #16 of 19 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% are remote, 28% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$65k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $65k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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