Psychoeducational Specialist - Behavioral Health Unit - St. Charles Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Oregon, OH

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About The Position

The Psychoeducation Specialist provides direct patient care under the supervision of a designated healthcare professional, in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies, procedures, and guidelines. The role facilitates psychoeducation within its scope and supports patient safety, care planning, discharge planning, and coordination with community resources. The position is based at St. Charles Hospital.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, Recreational Therapy, Expressive Therapy (Music, Dance/Movement), Counseling, or Human Services.
• Appropriate state and national licensure, certification, or registration in one of the listed fields: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), Registered Art Therapist (ATR), Provisional Registered Art Therapist (ATR-P), Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC), Registered Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT), or Occupational Therapist Licensed (OTR/L).
• One year of experience in a social services or human services setting.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate individual and/or support groups within the scope of psychoeducation.
• Participate in family meetings and treatment team meetings as appropriate.
• Provide knowledge of community resources and coordinate related activities.
• Provide one-to-one patient safety companion service as needed and conduct patient checks as assigned.
• Collaborate with the Social Worker team on care planning and discharge planning.
• Participate in continuing education and in-service training.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

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