Pediatric Counseling Specialist

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare seeks a Pediatric Counseling Specialist to provide counseling and psychosocial support to patients and families affected by chronic or life-limiting conditions. You will manage a patient caseload and collaborate with healthcare teams to address mental health needs across pediatric ages.

Required qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Counseling or closely related field and 1-2 years of related experience; Illinois LCPC licensure is preferred, with LPC or LSW considered within

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Counseling or closely related field required.
• 1–2 years progressively more responsible related work experience in counseling or social work

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling support services to patients and families affected by chronic or life‑limiting conditions.
• Consult with healthcare providers regarding mental health and psychosocial factors impacting illness.
• Effectively manage a patient caseload and provide age‑appropriate patient care.

Skills

Counseling

Psychosocial support

Communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Counseling

Job description

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.

Expected pay for this position is $31.49 - $37.05/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pediatric Counseling Specialist is responsible for providing counseling support services to patients and their families impacted by chronic or life-limiting conditions. Provides appropriate counseling intervention and support to patients and families to assist coping with the patient’s medical condition and treatment, using individualized treatment methods. Provides consultation to health-care providers regarding the impact of illness on mental health and psychosocial factors impacting illness. Effectively manages a patient caseload and demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care that is appropriate to the ages of patients served.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of a Master’s Degree in Counseling or closely related field.
• 1-2 years progressively more responsible related work experience in counseling or social work

Preferred Qualifications

• Current State of Illinois Licensure as an LCPC or closely related licensure
• LPC or LSW within 6-12 months of hire

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.