Behavioral Health Counselor

Up to $20,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility Primarily responsible for monitoring services and providing community support services and therapeutic services. The BHC uses a basic knowledge of diagnostic characteristics, symptomology of primary mental illness and knowledge of medications, side effects and benefits to provide services in a person-centered, supportive, community-based environment. The LPC is monitored by periodic supervision. Functions as a milieu therapist to assigned patients, including collaborating with the nurse therapist to determine a milieu treatment approach, functioning as an active member of the multidisciplinary team, administering an initial psychological assessment, and providing consistent individual counseling focused on treatment goals during hospitalization Participates in milieu therapy for patients on an individual or group basis. Leads or assists in milieu groups Incorporates knowledge of each patient's condition and application of various therapeutic techniques; ensures appropriate participation by patients Collaborates in the diagnosis and treatment of patients; shares information and participates in the formulation of treatment plans Records all appropriate information on patient charts; prepares regular reports describing each patient's mental status and functioning, as well as significant interactions. Required Education: Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field. Experience: If a new graduate, supervised-post graduate counseling experience (internship) with specified direct client contact under the supervision of a board-approved supervisor. Otherwise, 1 year of experience. Certifications/License: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

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