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Intake Admission Clinician - (WEEKEND BAYLOR) (Fri. Sat. Sun.)


Company : V COVINGTON LLC


Location : Waukegan, IL


Created : 2026-04-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS AN INTAKE ADMISSION CLINICIAN WEEKEND BAYLOR!WORK 32 HOURS GET PAID FOR 36 HOURS 7am - 7:30pm (Friday, Saturday, & Sunday)$2,000 Sign-On Bonus! + GENEROUS SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS (weekend days & weekend overnights)Intake Admission Clinician Weekend Baylor- Lake Behavioral HospitalThe Intake Admission Clinician Weekend Baylor manages referrals and service requests, assesses individuals of all ages, and collaborates with physicians for appropriate care decisions. They assist with discharge planning under the Director of Admissions and Referrals and are the primary community contact, providing essential resources and support. Additionally, they support the case management program. Document and process inquiry calls according to Intake policies. Conduct patient triage for appropriate placement internally or referral to community resources. Assess and stabilize patients before discharge or coordinate hospital admission arrangements. Notify and assist the on-call doctor with patient interviews. Obtain administrative approval for all admissions. Complete admission paperwork following hospital policy. Maintain an intake log with all necessary information documented. Make follow-up calls to patients who fail to show up for appointments. Demonstrate guest relations by example and counsel employees in need of training.WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU: 100% Company-Paid Medical Benefits up to Family Coverage! Competitive Pay ($26.00-$33.00/hr. with shift differentials) Medical Benefits Time off Benefits 401(k) + Matching 100% Company Paid Life Insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary 100% Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance Cafeteria on site + discounted meals Career Development Opportunities Free Parking Employee Assistance/Recognition ProgramINTAKE ADMISSION CLINICIAN QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Education: Registered Nurse or Masters 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 Illinois as a mental health professional is preferred. Additional Requirements: A working knowledge of the latest DSM and Mental Status Exam and of the Addiction and Recovery field.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.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. Accommodation is available for applicants