Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine Transport is based at Loyola University Medical Center and is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital.
The Behavioral Health team is seeking an LCPC/LCSW – Assessment and Referral. This future colleague should have the passion to provide advanced behavioral health knowledge and skills including direct and indirect assessment and care to patients and families, crisis intervention, support group facilitation, behavioral health education and problem solving in all clinical care areas.
What you’ll do:
Assessment & Referral - Assessment and Referral - Intake - ER
Provides psychiatric and substance use assessments, crisis intervention and consultation to the Emergency Department and medical floor patients on nursing units. Responds in person and via telephone to those in behavioral health crises. Provides psychosocial support to patients and families who are in acute distress. Determines appropriate level of care through the assessment process. Facilitates admissions to psychiatric treatment or provides appropriate outpatient referrals when indicated. Completes eligibility/benefit verifications and insurance pre-authorizations. Consults with on-call psychiatrist on all patients. Coordinates incoming transfers to Behavioral Health units from other facilities. Completes legal paperwork prior to admission. Collaborates with nursing staff regarding patients' medical needs and placement on appropriate inpatient psychiatric units.
We offer:
Benefits from Day One
Daily Pay! Work today, Get paid today
Competitive Shift Differentials
Tuition Reimbursement
On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & Loyola University Medical Center)
Childcare Employee Discount at Gottlieb’s Child Development Center
Referral Rewards
Strong Team Culture
Career Growth Opportunities
What you’ll need for this job:
Required: Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Master's Degree and full clinical license two years post Master's.
Salary Range: $30.00 - $41.59 per hour
Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.
Trinity Health Benefits Summary
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.