Onsite EAP Counselor (Per Diem) - Workplace Wellness

Optum; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Optum is seeking an Onsite EAP Counselor in San Antonio, TX, for a per diem, non-exempt, hourly position. The role provides onsite services to dedicated customers, including assessment, referral, training, and crisis response, with collaboration to HR and supervisors.

Primary duties include solution-focused consultations, referrals to Worklife and mental health resources, and on-site trainings for managers and staff, while documenting case activity per HIPAA and internal policies.

Qualifications

• Masters/Doctoral degree in a recognized behavioral health discipline.
• Current, unrestricted license at the independent practice level.
• 3+ years of experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Ability to work onsite as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct solution focused consultations; helping clients define goals, plan action and gain insight.
• Assess and refer to appropriate programs and services including Worklife, behavioral health, substance abuse/chemical dependency and community-based resources.
• Assist with referrals for members needing ongoing/additional counseling services.
• Provide limited after care monitoring (following up with employees and/or providers to ensure safety and continuation of treatment).
• Provide manager consultation services on work-related issues such as performance management, trauma in the workplace, organizational change, coaching, and Work-life issues.
• Provide crisis intervention and management support in response to Critical Incidents.
• Conduct on-site training services for managers and employees (e.g. wellness seminars, Health fairs, Lunch & Learns).
• Participate in monthly 1 on 1's, team meetings, and other customer meetings as required.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's/Doctoral degree in behavioral health

Job description

Optum is seeking an Onsite EAP Counselor in San Antonio, TX, for a per diem, non-exempt, hourly position. The role provides onsite services to dedicated customers, including assessment, referral, training, and crisis response, with collaboration to HR and supervisors.

Primary duties include solution-focused consultations, referrals to Worklife and mental health resources, and on-site trainings for managers and staff, while documenting case activity per HIPAA and internal policies.