What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Counselor (40 hours per week) #3423 position at Reedsburg Area Medical Center?
Join us at RAMC!
Our Behavioral Health Department is growing!
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Hours: 8AM - 5PM
Benefits: Absolutely!
Position Summary:
The Behavioral Health Counselor on - site work position provides an opportunity to collaborate with other medical professionals while working with individuals. The Behavioral Health Counselor will perform assessments, diagnose, and work with a variety of populations while promoting self-determination and empowerment for patients.
Primary Customer Served:
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Pediatric (1 – 12 years)
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Adolescent (13 – 18 years)
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Adult (19 – 65 years)
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Geriatric (> 66 years)
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Family/Visitors
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Physicians
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Community Agencies
Education and Training Required:
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Minimum: Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.
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Minimum: Licensed/Certified in the State of Wisconsin (i.e. Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW, Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC)
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Meets health requirements.
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Maintains professional license.
Experience:
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Preferred one year of experience in Clinical Counseling.
Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
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Ability to handle multiple tasks in calm, effective manner.
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Knowledge of evidence-based treatments for mental health disorders.
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The ability to work with a diverse population.
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Knowledge of different diagnosis of common mental health disorders.
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Comfortable collaborating with multi-disciplinary team in a medical setting.
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Knowledge of psychopharmacology for mental health disorders.
Physical Requirements:
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Frequently sit and walk;
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Occasionally lifting, pushing and pulling up to 10 pounds.
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Occasionally bending, twisting and reaching overhead.
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Fine motor skills.
◾Sight:
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Continuous near sighted visual acuity for reading and computer work.
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Frequent adaptation from computer to other tasks
◾Cognition/Communication:
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Comprehensive speech and listening skills to communication with staff and other professionals.
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Complex reading, writing and math skills to acquire, communicate and use knowledge and skills to keep department running safely and efficiently.
◾Environmental Conditions:
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Constant indoor environment with occasional computer screen glare.
◾Psychological, Situational, Functional Factors:
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Interpersonal skills to work closely with others and occasionally manage conflict and difficult situations.
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Analytical and judgment/interpretive skills.
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Prolonged commitment to job tasks/sustained concentration.
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Ability to work alone in stressful situations.
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Provide flexibility in the work schedule.
Benefits:
Why Join RAMC?
Reedsburg Area Medical Center is nationally ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare. We offer a supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package for employees working 20 hours per week.
Our Benefits Include:
- Health, dental, and vision
- Employer-paid life, disability, and wellness programs
- 401(k) with match
- PTO, holiday pay, and shift/weekend differentials
- Employee wellness perks like free fitness classes and massage discounts
- Recognition programs, fun team activities, and employee appreciation events