Mental Health Associate - Adolescent Behavioral Health

This Psychiatry position at Carle Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $37000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Patient assessment, Crisis intervention, De-escalation, Behavioral health, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Documentation, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Safety monitoring. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The Mental Health Associate assists the interdisciplinary team in patient assessments, treatment planning, and the facilitation of therapeutic groups. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment, de-escalating patient behaviors, and ensuring compliance with unit policies and...

Benefits package: Comprehensive Benefits Package. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.