Psychoeducational Specialist - Behavioral Health Unit - St. Charles Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Saint Charles, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Psychoeducation Specialist provides direct patient care under the supervision of a designated healthcare professional and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Bon Secours Mercy Health policies, procedures, and guidelines. The role facilitates individual and support groups within the scope of psychoeducation, may participate in family and treatment team meetings, and shares knowledge of community resources while coordinating related activities. The specialist may also provide one-to-one patient safety companion service and conduct assigned patient checks. Care planning and discharge planning are carried out in collaboration with the Social Worker team. Participation in continuing education and in-service training is expected.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, Recreational Therapy, Expressive Therapy (Music, Dance/Movement), Counseling, or Human Services.
• At least one year of experience in a social services or human services setting.
• Must hold an appropriate state or national license, certification, or registration as one of the following: 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 Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate individual and/or support groups within the scope of psychoeducation.
• Participate in family meetings and treatment team meetings as needed.
• Provide knowledge of community resources and coordinate related activities.
• Provide one-to-one patient safety companion service as needed and complete assigned patient checks.
• Collaborate with the Social Worker team on care planning and discharge planning.
• Participate in continuing education and in-service training.
• Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 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