Per Diem Behavioral Health Counselor I - SPARC Second Ave

Behavioral Health Counselor I

SPARC, Second Ave Albany

If you are looking for a per diem position in behavioral health, this could be your opportunity. Here at SPARC Second Ave, an affiliate of St. Peter's Health Partners, we care for more people in more places.

Position Highlights:

Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development

What you will do:

Operates under the immediate and direct supervision of the manager and/or clinical supervisor of the Behavioral Health Program. Provides behavioral health services as a member of the multidisciplinary team assisting with the monitoring of and providing direct support to the patients/residence in the facility within his/her appropriate scope of practice Assists with assessment, planning, and implementation of the approved plan of patient care which is provided through individual and group sessions.

Responsibilities:

• Obtains and interprets information about the patient and his/her needs.

• May conduct patient education sessions, as assigned.

• Observes and records significant changes reporting them to appropriate person(s) immediately.

• May conduct psychosocial evaluation and gather appropriate information to support a current DSM diagnosis as assigned.

• Assists in screening and/or orientation of new patients to program and program expectations.

• Develops treatment/service plan for assigned residents in a timely manner.

• Assists with discharge planning.

• Plans appropriate activities for assigned patients/residents with team.

• Includes patient/resident, family, other health care professionals in formulation of plans.

• Administers care that is consistent with established treatment/service plan.

• Conducts patient education groups, as assigned.

• May provide Group Therapy and/or didactic group sessions.

• If required to supervise patient’s self-administration of medications, properly checks and documents activity (Community Residence).

• Demonstrates ability to intervene and manage patient crisis according to policy.

• Maintains open communication with referral source(s).

• Contacts community agencies to whom patients are being referred in order to provide relevant information prior to discharge.

• Provides other services to patients as needed.

What you will need:

• HS diploma or GED with CASAC-trainee required. Associates degree with CASAC- t preferred
• Strong writing and communication skills are required as well as knowledge of working with community agencies and managed care representatives is desired.
• Experience working with a diverse population and a strong understanding of multicultural issues is preferred.

Pay Range: $16.70 - $22.26

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.