Counselor - Behavioral Health - Maryview Medical Center

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Counselor - In patient Behavioral Health Unit

Maryview Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia

Full Time, Days (Monday thru Friday, 9AM - 5:30PM)

Supervision is not provided for this position. Candidates must already hold, or be actively pursuing, one of the following licensures/certifications below.

Job Summary:

The Counselor provides direct patient care under the supervision of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH).

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for Psychoeducation group facilitation.
• Provides in-person facilitation of intensive program.
• Participates in information gathering, screenings, discharge planning, and post-discharge calls.
• Provides crisis assessment and referral services, offering community resource knowledge and collaboration.
• Participates in continued education and in-service training.
  
  
  

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Expressive Art or related field (required)
  
  
  

Licensing & Certifications:

• Required to have one of the below upon hire or within 24 months of hire: (required)
• Counselor in Training (CIT)
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA)
• Registered Art Therapist (ATR) (preferred)
• Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC) (preferred)
  
  
  

Experience:

• Experience in a healthcare or social services setting (preferred)
• If associate is a non-licensed eligible counselor, must have a minimum of one year work experience in healthcare, human or social services setting. (required)
  
  
  

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
  
  
  

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]