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Lake Behavioral Hospital
Waukegan, Illinois

Program Therapist (PRN) (Outpatient Services) (CADC)

CounselorNo nightsPer Diem

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Salary Range: $35.00 /hr

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Job Description

Job Details:

Job Location: Lake Behavioral Hospital - Waukegan, IL, Position Type: Per Diem, Salary Range: $35.00 - $35.00Hourly, Job Shift: Day, JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PROGRAM THERAPIST (IOP) (PRN) OUTPATIENT SERVICES Must be flexible to working 9am-12pm and selected afternoons Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?

The PRN 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.

Facilitate group therapy sessions (IOP/PHP and SA-focused groups as needed) Complete intake assessments and diagnostic formulations Review/obtain consents and required documentation for services Coordinate care and handoffs with medical providers and case management Document timely and accurately in the EHR per policy and payer standards Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for: 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: Must possess an Illinois State license; CADC required. Additional Requirements: CPR certification and management of aggressive behavior training within 30 days of employment prior to assisting in a restraining procedure.

Your Care Matters What we provide for our team: 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 Compensation: This is a PRN role and the expected compensation is $35.00 hourly.

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 (PRN). 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: 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 facilitates group therapy sessions and performs social services functions to assist patients with their bio-psychosocial needs. They are responsible for completing intake assessments, diagnostic formulations, and coordinating care with medical providers and case management.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work or a related mental health field and possess an Illinois state license with a CADC certification. A minimum of two years of experience in a psychiatric health care facility is required, along with proficiency in family and group therapies.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Diagnostic formulationEHR documentationSubstance use disorder treatmentBio psychosocial assessment

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Program Therapist (PRN) (Outpatient Services) (CADC) at Lake Behavioral Hospital a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Substance Use / Addiction Counselor — ranked against 1,008 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 40 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 23% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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Living in Waukegan

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$255k
Typical market rent
$1,687/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Lake Behavioral Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Waukegan, IL
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
Employee engagement events
Employee assistance program
Employee recognition program
Free parking
Career & training development opportunities