Associate General Counsel

Rosecrance Behavioral Health • Rosemont, IL

13d • $150,000 - $181,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Rosecrance is seeking an Associate General Counsel to take primary ownership of the organization's regulatory, HIPAA privacy, and transactional legal work. This role operates under the General Counsel and with the Senior Counsel. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of behavioral health regulations, be comfortable working closely with operations, and be capable of handling transactional and corporate governance matters as the organization expands through affiliations and growth. Rosecrance has been a leader in behavioral health services for over a century, empowering individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence-based therapies.

Requirements

• 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.
• Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree