Expressive Therapist (FT)

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Expressive Therapist (FT) at LAKE BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL a 3.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Mental Health Therapy psychologist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Mental Health Therapy position at LAKE BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $30000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Waukegan, Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Activity therapy, Psychiatric patient care, Treatment planning, Psychosocial assessment, Leisure skills development, Recreational skills development, Stress management, Coping techniques. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Mental Health Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: Plan and implement engaging activity therapy services for patients to support their treatment goals and overall well-being. Observe patient conditions, document changes, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to foster a healing environment.

Benefits package: 401k with Matching, Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Free Parking. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.