Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Behavioral Health Counselor II - Per Diem - St. Mary Campus

If you are looking for a Per Diem position in behavioral health, this could be your opportunity. Here at SPARC St. Mary Campus, an affiliate of St. Peter's Health Partners, we care for more people in more places.

Position Highlights:

Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development


What you will do:

Operates under the immediate and direct supervision of the manager and/or clinical supervisor of the Behavioral Health Program. Provides behavioral health services as a member of the multidisciplinary team assisting with the monitoring of and providing direct support to the patients/ residents in the facility within his/her appropriate scope of practice. Assists with assessment, planning, and implementation of the approved plan of patient care which is provided through individual and group sessions.

Responsibilities:

• Obtains and interprets information about the patient/resident and his/her needs. 

• May conduct patient education sessions, as assigned.

• Observes and records significant changes reporting them to appropriate person(s) immediately.

• May conduct psychosocial evaluation and gather appropriate information to support a current DSM diagnosis as assigned

• Assists in screening and/or orientation of new patients/residents to program and program expectations.

• Develops treatment/service plan for assigned patients/residents in a timely manner.

• Assists with discharge planning.

• Plans appropriate activities for assigned patients/residents with team.

• Administers care that is consistent with established treatment/service plan.

• Conducts patient education groups, as assigned.

What you will need:

• High School Diploma/GED and CASAC -T certification is Required.
• Associate's Degree with CASAC-T preferred.
• Minimum 1 years of experience working in an addiction or behavioral related field with skills in planning, leading addiction group therapy, and individual treatment sessions.
• Strong writing and communication skills are required as well as knowledge of working with community agencies and managed care representatives is desired. 
• Experience working with a diverse population and a strong understanding of multicultural issues is preferred. 

Pay Range: $23.40 - $33.45

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.