Behavioral Counselor Ii - Behavioral Medicine
Company: Christus Health
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary: Secures background information from
patients and their families for social evaluation of environment
and family relationships. Discusses information obtained in patient
and family interviews with physicians, nursing staff, and other
hospital and community personnel. Assists patients in finding
resources they will need in their homes following discharge. Acts
in a liaison role between hospital and family when patient is
transferred to other hospital facilities Responsibilities: -
Utilize assessment data to ascertain psychosocial risk factors and
develop individualized treatment plans for each patient -
Responsible for implementing clinical interventions that promote,
maintain or restore mental health, effect rehabilitation and
facilitate developmental progression Requirements: Education/Skills
- Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling, Psychology, or
a related behavioral health field required Experience - Requires a
minimum of three (3) years of experience providing behavioral
health, social services, or counseling support in a healthcare,
hospital, or community-based setting, including experience
conducting patient and family assessments and coordinating care or
resources. - Requires demonstrated experience collaborating with
interdisciplinary care teams, including physicians, nursing staff,
and community agencies, to support discharge planning, care
transitions, and continuity of care. Licenses, Registrations, or
Certifications - Current, unrestricted licensure in the State of
Texas, Louisiana, or New Mexico is required, or the ability to
obtain licensure in the applicable state prior to start date. -
Acceptable licenses may include Licensed Social Worker (LSW),
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional
Counselor (LPC), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or
equivalent state-recognized behavioral health licensure, consistent
with scope of practice and role responsibilities. - Basic Life
Support required Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work
Type: Full Time
Keywords: Christus Health, Albuquerque , Behavioral Counselor Ii - Behavioral Medicine, Social Services , Santa Fe, New Mexico
