Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health
Baptist Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
3x12 hrs
$30-42/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care1,506 beds
Pay
Benefits
- Health Care FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- Life insurance
Qualifications
- Psychiatric Nurse, Mental Health Nurse or Behavioral Health Nurse (1 year)
- Behavioral Health Nurse (2 years)
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Summary
The Behavior Health Counselor is primarily responsible for monitoring services and providing community support services and therapeutic services. The The Behavior Health Counselor uses a basic knowledge of diagnostic characteristics, symptomology of primary mental illness and knowledge of medications, side effects and benefits to provide services in a person-centered, supportive, community-based environment. The LPC is monitored by periodic supervision.
Education
Required: Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field
Experience
Required: If new graduate, supervised-post graduate counseling experience (internship) with specified direct client contact under the supervision of a board-approved supervisor. Otherwise, 1 year of experience.
Certifications
Required: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
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Facility
Baptist Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 1,506 beds
Employer
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX
About San Antonio, TX
- The cost of living in San Antonio is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- The average high in summer is around 95°F, while the average low in winter is around 40°F, offering a mix of hot summers and mild winters.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in San Antonio, with a variety of choices available for travel nurses.
- San Antonio is relatively car-friendly, with a well-connected road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar system, providing convenient travel within the city.
- San Antonio is a diverse city with a wide range of demographics.
- It has a relatively young population, and common health issues may include allergies due to the climate.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area, creating a supportive community.
- San Antonio offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a rich cultural heritage with art and music events, and a strong focus on sports and outdoor activities.
- The River Walk, the Alamo, and the Tower of the Americas are popular attractions for both locals and visitors.