Description

The Assistant director of A&R is responsible for assisting in the process of responding to referrals and other requests for services and information. The Assistant Director assesses all ages and collaborates with a physician to determine a proper disposition. The Assistant Director provides technical assistance to the discharge planning process, under the direction of the Director of A&R. The assistant director is often the first contact with the community and therefore excels at providing resources, and support to callers and walk-ins. The assistant director provides general support to the A&R department as well as the A&R director.

Qualifications

Education: Registered Nurse or Master’s Degree in a human relations field required.

Experience: Preferably two or more years’ experience in intake assessment activities within an acute psychiatric setting. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a psychiatric hospital setting including customer contact.

Licensure: Licensed to practice in the State of Illinois as a mental health professional preferred.

Additional Requirements: A working knowledge of the latest DSM and Mental Status Exam. A working knowledge of the Addiction and Recovery field.

Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 100% company-paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays 
• Cafeteria on site 
• 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 northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer: Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Hendricks Behavioral Hospital.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Hendricks 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.