Mental Health Counselor

Site Newton-Wellesley Hospital Job Summary Responsible for providing direct care to patients with psychiatric disorder; ensure the safety and well‑being of patients; support the maintenance of therapeutic milieu. Essential Functions Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients. Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support. Parent/Family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions. Adhere to guidelines for patients on special status (i.e. suicide, sexual abuse or AWOL precautions). Provide accurate information on shift‑to‑shift report and remain on the unit while the incoming shift is reporting. Think and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies. Display professional boundaries in relationships with patients at all times. Complete and file all documentation as required in a timely manner. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Licenses and Credentials: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. Experience: 0–1 year preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Work well collaboratively and independently. Operate within Electronic Health Records (EHR) system. Manage multiple, competing priorities successfully. Basic computer skills. Work effectively with patients, other members of the Health Care Team, facility personnel, and families/supportive others. Give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times. Successfully complete AVADE training within 30 days of hire. Additional Job Details 32 hours per week, evening shift 3–11:30p.m., every other weekend and holiday. Work location: 2014 Washington Street. Employee type: Regular. Shift: Evening (United States of America). Pay Range Grade 4 EEO Statement 4100 Newton‑Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and TitleI of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr