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Trinity Health Full Time - Behavioral Health Counselor I - SPARC Second Ave in Albany, New York

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Behavioral Health Counselor I

SPARC, Second Ave

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.

Responsibilities:

  • Continually assesses current condition of patients through observation, resident interviews, and group activity observation.

  • Participates in regular staff meetings to exchange information on resident behavior/condition.

  • Collects urine drug screens, breathalyzer tests, etc.

  • Assists residents in carrying out the treatment or service plan, which may incorporate various goals of physical, emotional and mental rehabilitation to help attain treatment goals.

  • Generally assists on weekends and evenings in the basic functioning of the program.

  • Provides guidance to residents in the compliance with house/program rules and regulations. May assist in group sessions.

  • Assists in establishing schedules and assignments for residents.Makes recommendations to staff and/or manager regarding patients.

  • Observes confidentiality regulations at all times.

  • Serves as staff liaison with visitors.

  • May supervise resident self-administration of medication, properly checking and documenting the administration of the medication.

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

What you will need:

  • HS diploma or GED required.

  • 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran

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