Associate General Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Become a champion of hope.   

At  Rosecrance , we’ve been leading the way in behavioral health services for over a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence-based therapies. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’re ready to welcome you! We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver on our mission of hope and recovery.   

Position Summary

The Associate General Counsel takes primary ownership of Rosecrance’s regulatory, HIPAA privacy, and transactional legal work. Working under the General Counsel, this hands-on in-house role knows behavioral health regulation, is comfortable being embedded with operations, and can handle transactional and corporate governance work as our organization grows through affiliations and expansion.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active law license in good standing in Illinois (or one of Rosecrance’s four operating states: IL, IN,IA, or WI).
• Healthcare regulatory experience, ideally in behavioral health, substance use or a similarly regulated clinical setting.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA regulations and comfort serving as a Privacy Officer.
• Some transactional or corporate experience, or a clear track record of picking up new practice areas quickly.
• Solid, practical judgment and a collaborative style that fits a fast-moving operations environment.
• M&A or affiliation experience, especially in healthcare preferred.
• Nonprofit governance and multi-entity corporate compliance experience.
• Prior in-house experience at a growing healthcare organization.
• Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Serve as the department's primary resource on behavioral health and healthcare regulatory matters across the states where Rosecrance operates.
2. Research and interpret licensing, certification, and program requirements, and translate them into practical guidance for clinical and operational teams.
3. Partner closely with clinical operations, staying embedded enough to spot issues early and support day-to-day decisions.
4. Track regulatory changes that affect Rosecrance programs and flag what matters.
5. Serve as Rosecrance's named HIPAA Privacy Officer.
6. Own privacy policies, breach analysis and response, patient rights requests, and privacy training.
7. Advise operations on privacy questions and handle privacy-related complaints and investigations.
8. Support mergers, affiliations, and other transactions, including due diligence, document review, and coordination with outside counsel.
9. Grow into leading transactions over time as experience with Rosecrance's structure and deal approach develops.
10. Maintain corporate governance across a mix of entity types, including not-for-profit corporations and LLCs (boards, bylaws, minutes, and resolutions).
11. Handle state formation and annual registration requirements across the states where Rosecrance operates.
12. Manage IRS compliance and tax-exemption work, including exemption applications and ongoing maintenance of tax-exempt status.
13. Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned.

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm 

Pay : Based on education, experience, and credentials

• Starting salary in Rockford - $72.12/hour- $150,000/year
  Starting salary in Des Plaines - $87.26/hour- $181,500/year

Work Location: Rosecrance Rockford, IL or Des Plaines, IL

• Remote: Must reside within 30 miles of Rockford or Des Pleaines office for onsite in-person meetings

Our Benefits  

Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:  

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options to meet your needs)
• 401(k) with employer match & discretionary contribution
• Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance & licensure/certification reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
• Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!
• Wellness program, including an on-site gym at select facilities
• Discounts at participating retailers
• Daily pay available through UKG Wallet for financial flexibility

Who We Are

Rosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. Join us in our mission to foster lasting recovery and transform lives.

We are committed to providing careers that make a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the people we employ. We do this through the work we do, our core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope.

Our Health and Safety Commitment

We maintain a zero-tolerance drug-free environment, including marijuana, to prioritize safety for staff and clients. All candidates must pass an occupational health screening, ensuring a secure and healthy workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the requirements of the position.  

Our Partnerships  

• AARP Employer Pledge Program
• MSEP (Military Spouse Employment Partnership).