Brief Description
Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Administrative Intern supports the daily operations of an integrated behavioral health program within a primary care setting at Lawndale Christian Health Center. Working closely with the Behavioral Health Assistant Director and Care Coordinator, the intern assists with group enrollment and operations, scheduling patients, applying schedule changes, supporting productivity reporting and quality improvement efforts, and organizing referral and patient education resources. This administrative role offers meaningful exposure to integrated behavioral health, including participation in didactics with clinical trainees, observation of group programming, and assistance with department event planning. Ideal for recent graduates interested in healthcare administration, public health, or a future career in the mental health field.
Application Process
We will be accepting applications to the Internship Program from March 2026 to April 23, 2026, unless positions are filled more quickly. We will follow up with candidates to offer interviews in March and April, which may be done either in-person at our main clinic in Chicago or remotely by video conference. Interviewees should expect to be notified of final decisions in April of 2026.
Qualifications
• Upholds the mission of Lawndale Christian Health Center, which is “to show and share the love of Jesus by promoting wellness and providing quality, affordable health care for Lawndale and the neighboring communities.”
• Able to collect, manipulate, and analyze data to measure outcomes and performance.
• Possesses excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; requires significant attention to detail and precision in work.
• Good interpersonal skills are a necessity, including an ability to work well with the variety of ages, cultures, and backgrounds represented among LCHC staff and patients, treating others with kindness and professionalism.
• Commitment to demonstrating personal integrity through punctuality, honesty, an ability to follow instructions, and a willingness learn from others.
• Possesses the ability to work independently, take initiative, and set priorities in accordance with the needs and mission of the clinic.
• Demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills for communicating coherently and professionally with patients, staff, and co-workers; committed to multidisciplinary collaboration across clinic departments.
Required Knowledge, Experience, Or Licensure/Registration
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent preferred.
• Advanced computer skills necessary; experience with reporting tools and/or within EMR preferred.
• Basic knowledge of common mental health and substance abuse disorders, including psychopharmacology and consultation models within integrated care; ability to learn to support ongoing program development and administration.
