Behavioral Health Counselor

Ascension; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance and professional发展

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health in Hoffman Estates, IL is hiring for a Day shift, full-time position in the Partial Hospitalization Program Adult Unit. You will conduct patient assessments, establish therapy goals, and administer individual and group therapy.

You’ll maintain confidential records, evaluate progress, and provide information about resources and therapeutic activities in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science, or Psychology required.
• Master's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessments and establishes therapy treatment goals.
• Administers individual and group therapy. Maintains thorough and confidential records of observations.
• Evaluates progress and effectiveness of therapy interventions.
• Provides patients with information regarding resources and therapeutic activities in the community.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science, or Psychology

Master's Degree

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
• Facility: Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health
• Department: Partial Hospitalization Program Adult Unit
• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Conducts patient assessments and establishes therapy treatment goals.
• Administers individual and group therapy. Maintains thorough and confidential records of observations.
• Evaluates progress and effectiveness of therapy interventions.
• Provides patients with information regarding resources and therapeutic activities in the community.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• None Required

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science, or Psychology required.

Additional Preferences

• Master's Degree

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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