Behavioral Counselor II - Community Health Development

CHRISTUS Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi – Shoreline is seeking a licensed behavioral counselor to assess psychosocial factors and coordinate care for patients and families. You will work with physicians, nurses and community partners to inform decisions and plan supports for discharge.

The role requires a Master’s degree, 3+ years of experience, and licensing (LPC/LCSW/LMSW) with CPR certification and de-escalation training within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Ability to provide psychosocial assessments and counseling.
• Three years of experience; eligible for Behavioral Counselor Level I.
• Current LPC, LCSW, or LMSW required; CPR certification.
• De-escalation training within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Secure background information from patients and families for social evaluation.
• Discuss information with physicians, nursing staff and community personnel.
• Assist patients in finding resources after discharge.
• Act as liaison between hospital and family during transfer.
• Utilize assessment data to identify psychosocial risk factors and develop treatment plans.
• Implement clinical interventions to promote mental health and rehabilitation.

Skills

Psychosocial assessments

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

Counseling

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

CPR (American Heart Association)

Job description

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.

• The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites
• A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine
• Accredited Chest Pain Center
• Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team

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
• Demonstrates ability to provide psychosocial assessments, facilitate group and individual therapy in problem solving, coping skills, crisis intervention, and other counseling settings as deemed necessary

Experience

• Minimum of three years’ experience
• Must meet criteria for Behavioral Counselor Level I

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Current LPC, LCSW, or LMSW required
• CPR (American Heart Association)
• De-escalation training required within 90 days of hire/transfer date.

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time