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Hazel Crest, IL
Mental Health Counselor Inpatient Psych jobs in Hazel Crest, IL
3 open roles from 1 employer. Checked Oct 6, 2026.
What these openings look like
All 3 are at Advocate Health. Every one publishes a pay range, and they run $24.10 to $36.15 an hour. They are a mix of part time and full time. The most recent went up on Sep 23, 2026.
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Open roles
What it pays here
Only some employers publish a range. These are the ones that did, as written in their own postings:
- $24.10–$36.15 an hour
What they ask mental health counselor inpatient psych candidates here
Drawn from the 3 open postings on this page. The ones that come up across several employers are near the top.
The posting mentions keeping a safe, ligature-free environment. What do you look for during a safety check?
What they are checking: Whether they know the specific risks on a psych unit and check thoroughly every time.
Walk me through how you do a belongings check and unit tour for a new admission at night.
What they are checking: Whether they can search respectfully while catching unsafe items and help a scared patient feel oriented.
A patient is getting louder and more agitated in the hallway at 2 a.m. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they use verbal de-escalation early and know when to call for help.
A patient tells you they are thinking about killing themselves. How do you respond?
What they are checking: Whether they stay calm, ask direct questions and report to the nurse immediately.
How do you manage the milieu on nights when most patients are asleep but a few are awake and restless?
What they are checking: Whether they stay alert and engaged overnight rather than treating it as downtime.
Tell me about a time you set a boundary with a client who was testing limits.
What they are checking: Whether they can stay firm and consistent without becoming punitive.
How do you write a note about a patient's behavior so it's useful to the next shift and meets documentation rules?
What they are checking: Whether they document observable behavior clearly and on time, following federal and state guidelines.
The role includes taking vitals, blood sugars and helping with daily living tasks. How comfortable are you with that?
What they are checking: Whether they are ready for the physical care parts of the job, not just counseling.
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