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Assistant Clinical Director - Social Services

LAKE BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL
Waukegan, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/4/2026

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A ASSISTANT CLINICAL DIRECTOR  SOCIAL SERVICES

8-hour shifts Tuesday – Saturday 8am-4:30pm

 

Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Clinical Director is responsible for providing leadership and strategic planning for the social services programs at the facility. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality social services and supports the achievement of the facility’s performance goals and objectives. Key responsibilities include overseeing administrative processes and management systems related to social services, fostering a collaborative team environment, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The Assistant Clinical Director plays a vital role in enhancing the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the social services department to support patient-centered care in working hands with the Director of Clinical Services.

 

  • Leads the development and implementation of social services programs, ensuring they align with facility goals and meet the needs of specific patient populations.
  • Responsibilities include strategic planning, program evaluation, and staying current on clinical techniques.
  • Collaborating with management, promoting a positive environment, overseeing patient treatment plans, supervising staff and interns, and ensuring timely completion of psychosocial assessments.
  • Participation in facility committees, oversight of family visitation, and maintaining quality standards across social services.
  • Collaborates with community agencies to support clinical services, education, and recruitment.
  • Maintain strong relationships with referral sources, coordinate resources for marketing, and support staff involved in referral development.
  • Ensuring a welcoming environment for guests, maintaining professional communication, and providing ongoing orientation for patients and families.
  • Oversees staff supervision, evaluations, and orientation for new employees.
  • Facilitate ongoing education and professional development, coordinate staffing schedules to meet patient needs, and ensure effective communication among staff and other departments to support smooth program operations.

 

Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for:

 

  • Education:  Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a clinical-related mental health field preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in psychiatric/mental health field, with a one (1) year experience in leadership management.
  • Licensure: Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor preferred. 
  • Additional Requirements: A strong knowledge of Joint Commission and CMS standards, OSHA regulations, and patient rights standards.

 

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 disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Cafeteria on site discounted meals
  • 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 north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

 

Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Lake Behavioral Hospital.

 

Compensation:

This is a full-time role, and the expected compensation range for this role is $70,000 - $77,000 salary. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Assistant Clinical Director.

 

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 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.

 

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

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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, 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.

 

Salary : $70,000 - $77,000

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