Mental Health Counselor Adult Inpatient Psych 24hr Days

TaraVista Behavioral Health Center
Any Location, MA
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

As a Mental Health Counselor, you will provide direct care and support to patients and their families, and make decisions that impact their lives. You will maintain a safe therapeutic milieu on inpatient psychiatric units and conduct safety checks, monitor patients, and provide supportive interactions.

What You Will Do

Conduct patient observation and rounds, assist staff with patient care, observe and monitor patient's progress, develop a therapeutic relationship with patients, and provide appropriate supervision of patients' activities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You will work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Team and have the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma
  • Bachelor's degree in psychology or human services field preferred
  • Previous PCT/PCA, CNA or Medical Assistant experience required
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to develop a therapeutic relationship while maintaining professional boundaries

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • 401(k) match
  • Employer paid short term disability (STD)
  • Employer paid life and AD&D Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Tuition Reimbursement
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