Therapist - Grand Ave - OPMH

Therapist - Grand Ave - OPMH

Salary

$30.37 Hourly

Location

Waukegan, IL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

Grand Therapist

Department

Health Department

Division

Behavioral Health

Opening Date

05/07/2026

Salary Grade

Hourly.7

Pay Grade

7

• Description
• Benefits
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General Description

Our Behavioral Health Outpatient Program provides mental health services to adults in need of psychiatry and therapy to treat chronic and severe emotional and psychiatric disorders. Services include comprehensive mental health assessments; individual and group psychotherapy; and psychotherapeutic medication management. Clients may also choose to engage in integrated medical services with a primary care provider and other wellness services.

The Therapist is a valuable member who provides evaluation, psycho-social education, mentoring, and treatment services to clients and assists clients in developing and accomplishing treatment goals in individual and group settings, consultation and education to community groups and emergency services.

Schedule: 37.5 hours a week

Essential Functions

• Conducts crisis intervention/evaluation/referral for persons who present themselves at the program.
• Performs initial evaluations and assessments of potential clients regarding their appropriateness for participation in the program.
• Provides direct services to clients including individual and group treatment.
• Focuses on client empowerment in providing treatment, seeking to assist clients to build strengths to meet their treatment needs.
• Facilitates with clients and collaborates with the treatment team to develop, review and update treatment goals and referrals both internally and externally.
• Provides education and direction to clients, family members and/or significant others.
• Provides atmosphere of customer service in assuring that clients are treated in a friendly and respectful manner.
• Organizes and participates in treatment-related clinical conferences and staffings on assigned clients.
• Takes responsibility for training in and documenting clinical chart requirements to meet program and state standards.
• Provides emergency evaluations of clients regarding their need for involuntary hospitalization, if meets criteria as a qualified examiner.
• Serves as a LPHA and/or QMHP, which includes reviewing and signing clinical assessments, individual treatment plants, and other appropriate clinical documentation.
• Coordinates weekly clinical staffings and provides clinical consultation as directed by the Program Coordinator.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required

• Master's degree in a related field, and
• Successful completion of 1,000 practicum hours, or
• One (1) year of documented clinical experience under the supervision of a QMHP

Supplemental Information

As the largest human service provider in Lake County, we believe that services must be available without barriers. No residents are turned away due to the inability to pay. We believe in providing services in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination or bias. Whether assuring accessible and effective care, impacting policy, or assessing and monitoring risks, the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center has been an essential part of the public health system in Lake County for 60 years. We are looking for passionate, qualified team members who can help make a difference in our agency and, most importantly, in our community.

Additional information about the Lake County Health Department, our culture, and why you should join our team can be found at https://lakecountyil.attract.neogov.com/health-department.

At this time, you must live in Illinois or Wisconsin to be eligible to work at Lake County Health Department. You can find our salary grades at https://www.lakecountyil.gov/4515/Salary-Grades. For unionized positions, a list of our collective bargaining agreements can be found here: https://www.lakecountyil.gov/2686/Collective-Bargaining-Agreements.. This position is represented by AFSCME Council 31.

Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Here at the Health Department, we are proud to employ a diverse workforce of dedicated individuals focused on promoting the health and well-being of all who live, work, and play in Lake County. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and collaboration, enabling each employee to perform at their maximum potential and to more effectively work with clients, patients, and employees. We offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Paid Time Off to support work-life balance
• IMRF Pension and 457 retirement plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

You can find more details on our benefits on our website at https://lakecountyil.attract.neogov.com/health-department/p/benefits.

01

Therapist: Which criteria have you completed, and can provide documentation?

• Successful completion of 1,000 practicum hours
• 1 year of documented clinical experience under the supervision of a QMHP

02

List the types of clinical programs you have experience with.

03

What makes you want to work in community mental health? Explain:

04

What do you consider to be the most important traits of a Therapist? Explain:

05

Do you have experience working with clients of diverse cultural backgrounds? Explain:

06

How many years of relevant experience do you possess?

• 1-2 years
• 2-5years
• 5-7 years
• 7-10 years
• 10+ years

07

Do you have experience with behavioral health treatment planning and mental health assessments.

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have experience with any electronic medical records systems; such as NextGen? If yes, explain. If not, lists the systems you have used.

09

Do you have a current and valid drivers license and automobile insurance?

• Yes
• No

10

Please share why you are interested in working for this program and how your experience directly relates to this opening.

Required Question

Employer Lake County

Department Health Department Address 3010 Grand Avenue

Waukegan, Illinois, 60085

Phone 847-377-8000

Website https://www.lakecountyil.gov/148/Health-Department-Community-Health-Cente