Behavioral Health Counselor

Ascension • Schaumburg, IL

12d • $26 - $38

About The Position

Provide behavioral health counseling services.
Conduct patient assessments and establish therapy treatment goals.
Administer individual and group therapy.
Maintain thorough and confidential records of observations.
Evaluate progress and effectiveness of therapy interventions.
Provide patient with information regarding resources and therapeutic activities in the community.
Work directly with the patient, family, physician and community providers to ensure active and collaborate care from the initiation of treatment to the time of discharge.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science, or Psychology required.

Nice To Haves

• Shift: 2x12-hour night shift (7:00 pm - 7:00 am) with rotating weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health counseling services.
• Conduct patient assessments and establish therapy treatment goals.
• Administer individual and group therapy.
• Maintain thorough and confidential records of observations.
• Evaluate progress and effectiveness of therapy interventions.
• Provide patient with information regarding resources and therapeutic activities in the community.
• Work directly with the patient, family, physician and community providers to ensure active and collaborate care from the initiation of treatment to the time of discharge.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
• Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level