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Form of workLake Behavioral Hospital (LBH) is 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.
To learn more about Lake Behavioral Hospital, please visit:
- https://www.lakebehavioralhospital.com/
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Mental Health Technician. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply today!
Title: Mental Health Technician
Department: Nursing
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: 8-hour shifts 3:00pm-11:30pm
Location: 2615 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085
Position Summary:
The MHT functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. MHT's works under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
QualificationsEducation: Bachelors Degree or equivalent preferred; or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
Experience: One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and with an understanding of mental illness, preferred.
Additional Requirements: Successful completion CPR certification and Management of Aggressive Behavior training to within 90 days of employment prior to assisting with restraining procedures. They may be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
Lake Behavioral Hospital offers competitive rates and benefits including:
- Salary: $17.00 - $23.00 based upon experience
- Medical Benefits
- $800 Sign-On Bonus
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid time off
- Short term & long term disability
- Life insurance
- Shift Differential
- Overtime
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Equal Opportunity Employer
At Lake Behavioral Hospital we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity 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.
