Behavioral Health Counselor

Ascension; Melrose Park (IL); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental/Vision coverage

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Résumé du poste

Ascension is hiring for a Behavioral Health role in Melrose Park, IL. The position is day shift, full-time, in the Behavioral Health Outpatient department.

You will conduct patient assessments, administer individual and group therapy, and maintain confidential records while evaluating progress and guiding treatment goals. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science, or Psychology, with a Master's in Counseling or Social Work preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science, or Psychology is required.
• Master's degree in Counseling or Social Work is required.

Responsabilités

• 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 patient with information regarding resources and therapeutic activities in the community.

Connaissances

Patient assessment

Therapy administration

Record keeping

Care planning

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science / Social Science / Psychology

Master's degree in Counseling or Social Work

Description du poste

• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Melrose Park, IL
• Facility: Ascension Procare
• Department: Behavioral Health Outpatient
• 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 patient with information regarding resources and therapeutic activities in the community.
• Schedule: Monday - Wednesday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm; Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm; Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration / Education:

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

Additional Preferences

• Master's degree in Counseling or Social Work required

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.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.