Mental Health Technician (Days)
LAKE BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL·Waukegan, Illinois
LAKE BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL·Waukegan, Illinois
Provide continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients while maintaining a therapeutic environment. Responsibilities include recording vital signs, employing crisis-intervention techniques, and assisting patients with daily hygiene and discharge processes.
This is a full-time role, and the expected compensation range is $17.00 - $23.00 hourly with a $400.00 sign-on bonus. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Mental Health Technician (MHT)! 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 in Waukegan, IL, providing mental health treatment to the community and Illinois since 2018. We are dedicated to offering services to meet the ever-changing emotional and behavioral healthcare needs of adolescents, adults, and their families. We provide specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services proven to decrease symptoms of mental illness, and we are committed to helping 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: https://www.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, marriage status. Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree or CNA certification, with a preference for degrees in social work or therapeutic disciplines. One year of related experience in psychiatric patient care and mental illness understanding is preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Illinois often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed or graduate-prepared candidates who can work in clinical, community, or care-coordination settings. This role is competitive because the required background is specific—either a master’s degree in a human services field or an active Illinois RN license, with behavioral health experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure, degree, and setting experience before applying.
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