Behavioral Health Associate: Patient Care & Group Therapy

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, lifeinsurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with match

Tuition assistance

Paid Time Off

Adoption assistance

Job summary

BJC HealthCare is seeking a licensed clinical social worker or licensed professional counselor to support psychiatric patients under the treatment team. The role involves facilitating group and individual therapies, documenting observations, and assisting with activities of daily living in a safety-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating care with RNs and physicians, participating in treatment planning, and conducting environmental and patient observations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Psychology or related field.
• LCSW or LPC licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure safety through rounds and observations; document findings.
• Plan and lead didactic, educational, recreational, and community groups.
• Participate in treatment planning and team meetings; communicate patient progress to RN and physicians.
• Assist with daily living activities and gather specimens, take vitals, and perform EKGs as certified.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Social Work/Psychology/related

Job description

BJC HealthCare is seeking a licensed clinical social worker or licensed professional counselor to support psychiatric patients under the treatment team. The role involves facilitating group and individual therapies, documenting observations, and assisting with activities of daily living in a safety-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating care with RNs and physicians, participating in treatment planning, and conducting environmental and patient observations.