Mental Health Counselor - Inpatient Behavioral Health, Per Diem

Join us as a Per Diem Mental Health Counselor! Responsibilities Include Providing direct patient care and support within inpatient behavioral health units Maintaining a safe therapeutic environment by conducting safety checks and monitoring patients Assisting with activities of daily living and de-escalating acute situations Developing therapeutic relationships while maintaining professional boundaries Observing patient progress, documenting in the EMR system, and facilitating patient groups Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and supporting patients and their families Qualifications And Skills High School Diploma required; Bachelor's in psychology or human services preferred Previous experience as PCT/PCA, CNA, or Medical Assistant required; Bachelor's may substitute experience Effective communication skills and ability to build therapeutic relationships Experience in psychiatric or substance inpatient settings, restraint reduction, de-escalation, and crisis intervention is preferred Compensation: $20.11-$24.00, based on experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Seacrest Behavioral Health