Inpatient Mental Health Counselor - Patient Recovery Support

125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation; Illinois; On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate South Suburban Hospital in Illinois is seeking a Part-Time Behavioral Health professional to deliver inpatient mental health services and support therapy sessions. The role involves admissions/discharges, safety checks, and documentation per guidelines.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Psychology or Sociology, at least two years of experience, and a valid BLS certification. Strong communication and organizational skills, plus the ability to work a rotating schedule including

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology or sociology or related field.
• Two years of experience in a relevant setting.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Basic computer literacy and documentation ability with adherence to guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient mental health services with the goal of patient recovery.
• Monitor individual, group, and family therapies and assist with admissions/discharges.
• Complete and maintain timely documentation according to guidelines.
• Perform safety checks and escort patients; ensure a ligature-free milieu.
• Assist clinical staff with vital signs and activities of daily living.

Skills

Good communication

Organization & time management

Computer literacy

Ability to work under stress

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Sociology or related field

BLS Certification

Job description

Advocate South Suburban Hospital in Illinois is seeking a Part-Time Behavioral Health professional to deliver inpatient mental health services and support therapy sessions. The role involves admissions/discharges, safety checks, and documentation per guidelines.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Psychology or Sociology, at least two years of experience, and a valid BLS certification. Strong communication and organizational skills, plus the ability to work a rotating schedule including