Behavioral Health Counselor
Ascension
Salary undisclosed
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Description
- Administer group therapy.
- Maintain thorough and confidential records of observations.
- Provide the patient with information regarding resources and therapeutic activities in the community.
- Work directly with the patient, family, physician, and community providers to ensure active and collaborative care from the initiation of treatment to the time of discharge.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science, or Psychology required
Additional Preferences:
- Inpatient experience highly preferred
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's Behavioral Health Counselor role in Hoffman Estates involves direct patient care in an inpatient setting, where you'll facilitate group therapy sessions, document clinical observations, and coordinate treatment across the care team—working with patients, families, physicians, and community providers from admission through discharge. You'll also connect patients with community resources and therapeutic activities to support their recovery.
The position requires a bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science, or Psychology. Prior inpatient experience is highly preferred, suggesting this role suits counselors already familiar with hospital-based mental health environments. You'll be working full-time on-site as part of Ascension, a large nonprofit Catholic health system recognized for workplace culture and employee support.
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