Counselor PRN

About the Role

At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for passionate individuals who are living out their calling and challenged to achieve their potential. As a Behavioral Health Counselor, you will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide education, and deliver therapeutic interventions for patients and families to achieve optimal care.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups.
• Ensure the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to patients.
• Assess patient’s treatment needs and provide appropriate interventions, including:
  • Group and family therapy
  • Risk assessment
  • Chemical dependency groups
  • Case management with community providers
  • Facilitating and documenting a viable discharge plan
• Complete psychosocial assessments and consult with physicians and hospital staff regarding patient and family psychological issues through formal and/or informal multidisciplinary conferences and treatment planning.
• May be called to facilitate the Treatment Planning process.
• Work cooperatively with the immediate team and other hospital caregivers to meet the emotional, mental, and spiritual needs of patients and/or their family/caregivers.
• Complete clinical documentation in the required timeframe and within set standards.

Requirements

• Licensed as one of the following in the state where practicing:
  • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
  • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
• Two years of post-license experience in a related mental health setting preferred.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC, or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS.

About the Organization

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based, not-for-profit ministry serving communities across Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada. The system includes 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through advanced technology, compassionate caregivers, and healing environments, we are committed to delivering patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-focused care.

• Named America’s Best Large Employer 2025 by Forbes
• Ranked among the Top 15 Health Systems nationwide by IBM Watson Health
• Home to the region’s most advanced Level II Trauma Center
• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to improving patient survival and enhancing quality of life

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.