Psychoeducational Specialist - Behavioral Health Unit - St. Charles Hospital

Mercy Health

About us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Psychoeducation Specialist – St. Charles Hospital

Job Summary:

The Psychoeducation Specialist 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:

• Facilitates individual and/or support groups (within Psychoeducation scope) and may participate in family meetings and treatment team meetings.

• Provides community resource knowledge and handles coordination of related activities.

• May provide 1:1 patient safety companion service as needed, and patient checks as assigned.

• Care planning and discharge planning in collaboration with Social Worker team.

• 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:

• Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy, Recreational Therapy, or Expressive Therapy (Music, Dance/Movement), Counseling, or Human Services (required)

Licensing & Certifications:

• Must be licensed, certified, or registered as appropriate by state and national licensing boards in one of the following: (required)

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

• Registered Art Therapist (ATR)

• Provisional Registered Art Therapist (ATR-P)

• Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC)

• Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC)

• Registered Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT)

• Occupational Therapist Licensed (OTR/L)

Experience:

• 1 year of experience in social services or human 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]