Mental Health Counselor Intern

Position Responsibilities UNDER THE DIRECT SUPERVISION OF A LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER Initiates & completes comprehensive psychosocial assessment following unit guidelines & time frame. Attends & participates in interdisciplinary treatment conferences/ reviews & communicates treatment goals to patient, family & team members. Documents continuous assessment, intervention & evaluation relative to patient progress, including discharge plans involving patient / family as applicable. Selects & implements psychiatric interventions calculated to be most effective in the management of dysfunctional behavior patterns. Utilizes crisis intervention techniques. Conducts individual psychotherapy, family therapy & group therapy sessions utilizing theoretical knowledge & treatment techniques. Participates/ facilitates goal-oriented educational group activities utilizing knowledge of basic dynamics of group interaction. Assists in providing alternative measures to avoid patient seclusion/restraints. Assists in placing patient in seclusion or restraints & observes suicide/ seclusion precaution. Performs in a competent, calm, & professional manner during crises or emergency situations. Responds promptly to emergencies & supports peers & co-workers during stressful events. Manages environment of care by assessing patients for fall risk; reporting safety concerns to Nurse Director; & assists in coordinating the function of the therapeutic milieu. Takes inquiry calls & performs pre-admission clinical assessments. Understands the predominant diagnoses of patient population served. Promotes surveillance, prevention & control of infection by using & teaching hygienic practices. Identifies areas needing improvement & actively participates in department's performance improvement program. Provides feedback to Nurse Director on an on-going basis in regards to concerns, improvements, changes, etc. Attends & actively participates in departmental meetings & in-service programs, providing suggestions & input. Seeks out & attends educational experiences related to enhancing job knowledge & performance. Completes all required competencies per program regulation. Qualifications Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern , Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, State of Florida. CPR certification required. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate within 6 months of employment. Education Masters in Social Work Degree, Masters in Mental Health Counseling Degree We believe in the physical and mental well‑being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs: Benefits Life insurance Long‑term disability coverage Healthcare spending accounts Paid time off Pet Insurance Employee assistance program Wellness program On‑site housing for select positions and more! #J-18808-Ljbffr