CoxHealth·Springfield, Missouri
Provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff. Monitor and report changes in patient conditions to ensure safety and wellness.
Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week) For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff, and reports any changes in patient condition. About Us CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence: Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times. Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care by Newsweek. Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek in 2024. Recognized as the Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024. Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023. Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.
Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more! For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth Overview of Unit/Department The Child/Adolescent Psychiatry Unit provides specialized care for patients ages 5 to 17 experiencing acute mental health needs. This 16-bed unit is dedicated to creating a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment where young patients can begin their journey toward healing. Patient safety is our top priority, and our team is committed to delivering compassionate, developmentally appropriate care that supports mental and emotional wellness.
A high school diploma is required, while a bachelor's degree in psychology and previous mental health experience are preferred. Candidates must obtain department-specific certifications within a designated timeframe.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Missouri often draw steady demand, especially for licensed counselors who can support adults, children, and adolescents across varied care settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically want fully licensed LPCs with broad population experience, and benefits such as health, dental, vision, parental leave, and flexible schedules can influence candidate interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your Missouri LPC status and highlight direct experience with all three age groups in your application.
