Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor

Location: Hoffman Etates, IL 

Facility: Ascension Saint Alexius  

Department: Maternal Medicine 

Schedule: Day Shift | PRN 

Salary: $40.00 - $42.00 per hour 

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic assessments of patient’s needs and psychosocial status.
• Develop a comprehensive, individualized treatment plan and goals for the patient and provide psychotherapy, group and family therapy if applicable.
• Collaborate with other members of the multidisciplinary team, as appropriate, to develop treatment goals for the patient.
• May participate in multidisciplinary patient care conferences discussing information obtained from patient assessments, updates, treatment plans.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• One or more of the following required:
  • Clinical Counselor credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional
    Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Therapist specializing in Marriage & Family credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or transfer date.
  • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) credentialed from the Illinois Department of
    Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice credentialed from the Illinois Department of
    Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
  degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

• Master's Degree required
• LPC or LCPC licensure required 

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ 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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Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

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