Behavioral Counselor II - Acute Psych Adult - PRN

CHRISTUS Health; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a Per Diem Social Worker in Santa Fe, NM to support psychosocial assessments and discharge planning for patients and families. The role requires collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and community resources to arrange services and resources after discharge, facilitating smooth transitions and home-based care.

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field is required, with at least three years of clinical experience in healthcare settings; BLS may be

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field required
• Requires minimum of three (3) years of experience providing behavioral health, social services, or counseling support in a healthcare setting
• Requires demonstrated experience collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams to support discharge planning, care transitions, and continuity of care

Responsibilities

• Utilize assessment data to ascertain psychosocial risk factors and develop individualized treatment plans for each patient
• Responsible for implementing clinical interventions that promote, maintain or restore mental health, effect rehabilitation and facilitate developmental progression

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Discharge planning

Education

MSW or related behavioral health field

Job description

Summary

Secures background information from patients and their families for social evaluation of environment and family relationships. Discusses information obtained in patient and family interviews with physicians, nursing staff, and other hospital and community personnel. Assists patients in finding resources they will need in their homes following discharge. Acts in a liaison role between hospital and family when patient is transferred to other hospital facilities

Responsibilities

• Utilize assessment data to ascertain psychosocial risk factors and develop individualized treatment plans for each patient
• Responsible for implementing clinical interventions that promote, maintain or restore mental health, effect rehabilitation and facilitate developmental progression

Requirements

Education/Skills

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field required

Experience

• Requires a minimum of three (3) years of experience providing behavioral health, social services, or counseling support in a healthcare, hospital, or community-based setting, including experience conducting patient and family assessments and coordinating care or resources.
• Requires demonstrated experience collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams, including physicians, nursing staff, and community agencies, to support discharge planning, care transitions, and continuity of care.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Current, unrestricted licensure in the State of Texas, Louisiana, or New Mexico is required, or the ability to obtain licensure in the applicable state prior to start date.
• Acceptable licenses may include Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or equivalent state-recognized behavioral health licensure, consistent with scope of practice and role responsibilities.
• Basic Life Support required

Work Schedule

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed