Mental Health Counselor at Lifepoint Health

Pasco, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Sep, 26

Salary

29.02

Posted On

17 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Individual Therapy, Case Management, Biopsychosocial Assessment, Discharge Planning, Critical Thinking, Decisive Judgment, Bilingual English/Spanish, Clinical Supervision, Medicaid Screening, Patient Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Type: Union Position | Full-Time Your experience matters We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Mental Health Counselor joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you’ll contribute A Mental Health Counselor who excels in this role: * The Mental Health Provider will be responsible to engage in short term individual therapy with clients to assist them in trying to improve their physical health and emotional well being. * Determines, prioritizes, provides and/or arranges for needed internal and external services/interventions. * Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress. * Consults with healthcare team members to promote, monitor, and evaluate compliance with patient's treatment plan. * Assists with discharge planning and processes. * Identifies appropriate resources, including transportation, housing, healthcare, and social/spiritual services, and provides referrals as part of the discharge plan. * Supervises and/or trains new staff, students, and interns. Performs Medicaid screenings as indicated for NHP. * Assists patients with Safety Net applications when needed. Conducts a biopsychosocial assessment of assigned patients. * Provides individualized brief therapy as appropriate to the patient, in collaboration with referral source. Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: * Comprehensive Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts. * Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. * Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. * Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). * Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. What we’re looking for The Mental Health Counselor must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. The requirements listed below are below representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required: * Bilingual and/or English Spanish speaking preferred and ability to work with culturally diverse population. * Bachelor's degree: Graduate from a university program in psychology, counseling, social work, nursing * MSW. Licenses: Current license as a Psychologist, CNS, LISW/LMSW, LPC/C or LMHC. * Certifications: None Listed Minimum Work Experience Two (2) recent years clinical experience preferred. * Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Connect with a Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Maria Delgado by emailing Maria.Delgado1@lifepointhealth.net. Hourly range: $ 20.61- $29.02 EEOC Statement “Lourdes Behavior Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lourdes Behavior Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.” Pay Transparency Notice (Washington State) If you believe this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay information in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, please inform us immediately. You can contact us at 833-271-4269 to report the issue. For more information on your rights under Washington’s pay transparency laws, visit the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries website at: https://lni.wa.gov [https://lni.wa.gov] Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Responsibilities

The Mental Health Counselor provides short-term individual therapy and conducts biopsychosocial assessments to improve patients' emotional and physical well-being. They are also responsible for case management, discharge planning, and collaborating with healthcare teams to monitor treatment compliance.