Behavioral Health Counselor

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits Schedule: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 2525 S DOWNING ST City: DENVER State: Colorado Postal Code: 80210 Job Description: Recognizes the influence of beliefs and cultures on behaviors and identifies possible communication barriers. Facilitates individual, group, and family counseling as well as psycho-educational groups to promote patient emotional, spiritual, and psychological health. Works with interdisciplinary teams to formulate and implement patient care using insight, limit setting, support, goal setting, and other techniques. Evaluates for potential safety risks appropriately and responds to potentially dangerous situations to ensure patient safety in the least restrictive manner. Demonstrates working knowledge of the involuntary commitment process. Recognizes and reports suspected abuse/neglect in patients of all age groups according to guidelines. Develops, prepares, and maintains individualized patient progress records with accuracy and timeliness. Utilizes knowledge in the assessment of physical, psycho-social, environmental, spiritual, and financial factors to achieve healthcare goals. Educates patients and families about behavioral health conditions and treatment options. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Organizational skills [Required] Verbal and interpersonal communication skills [Required] Customer relations skills [Required] Proficient in grammar and spelling [Required] Ability to read and comprehend written instructions [Required] Ability to follow verbal instructions [Required] Keyboarding skills (manual) [Required] Computer skills (visual) [Required] Demonstrates clinical and ethical professionalism, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills [Required] EAP knowledge and experience, preferred for EAP program positions [Required] Education: Bachelor's [Required] Field of Study: in Behavioral Health related field Work Experience: 1+ of direct behavioral clinical experience providing individual, group or family therapy in an inpatient or outpatient setting [Preferred] Competence with DSM diagnostic criteria and treatment planning. [Required] Additional Information: N/A Licenses and Certifications: Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Preferred] Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - Pay Range: $24.68 - $45.91 This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr