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Mental Health Counselor-Behavioral Health

Southcoast Health System
USD $59,800.00 - USD $102,440.00 /Hr.
tuition assistance, 403(b), retirement plan
United States, Massachusetts, New Bedford
Nov 19, 2024

Mental Health Counselor-Behavioral Health
Location

US-MA-New Bedford
ID

2024-37534


Schedule
Regular Full-Time

Remote
No

Department
Hospital Based-New Bedford



Overview

Community Focused. Care Driven.

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 7 years in a row!

We are searching for a talented Mental Health Counselor-Behavioral Health

*$3000 new hire sign-on bonus with LICSW or LMHC license at time of hire. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)*

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

    A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
  • Generous Earned Time Off Package**
  • Employee Wellbeing Program
  • 403B Retirement Plan with company match
  • Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
  • Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.



Responsibilities

Position reports to the Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services and the Chair of Psychiatry. Perform a wide variety of duties in Southcoast Physician Practices providing behavioral health services to Southcoast Health PCP patients across the system. Duties include conducting behavioral health assessments and providing behavioral health treatment including individual and family psychotherapy utilizing brief treatment modalities. Serves as a consultant and resource to practice staff in the management and treatment of behavioral health disorders.


Qualifications

  • A Masters Degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Current Massachusetts Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Experience with electronic medical record documentation preferred.
  • Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.



Pay Range

USD $59,800.00 - USD $102,440.00 /Hr.


Rotation Schedule Requirement

at least one holiday per year
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