Counselor CIT Per Diem

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938 BHN has helped individuals families and communities thrive through compassionate high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence in communities throughout the state we are currently seeking a Counselor-CIT to join our Adult Community Crisis Stabilization (A-CCS) team and help advance our mission of empowering people to live healthier more fulfilling lives.

What We Offer:

• Purpose-Driven Work Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals families and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.
• Professional Growth Access ongoing training mentorship career development and advancement opportunities across one of the regions largest behavioral health organizations.
• Supportive Team Culture Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity Empowerment Accountability Respect and Teamwork.
• Stability & Opportunity Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.
• Comprehensive Benefits Generous PTO 403(b) educational assistance medical dental vision employee assistance programs and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What You Will Do:

• Implement appropriate treatment and referral responses using the least restrictive alternatives based on clinical assessment.
• Identify assist support and communicate the needs of individuals served including mental status social functioning and level of risk contributing to tools such as the IAP comprehensive assessment Safety Plan and Arizona Matrix.
• Interact with significant others and area providers to develop a comprehensive understanding of individuals current situations.
• Complete necessary documentation clearly and in a timely manner including intake packets collateral DAP and progress notes aftercare plans and discharge summaries.
• Facilitate activity and/or psycho-educational groups for individuals served each shift.
• Perform services necessary to meet program goals and support the daily needs and comfort of individuals.
• Provide staffing according to minimum safety standards at all times including hourly safety checks.
• Consult with and inform supervisors regarding behavioral challenges treatment safety and discharge planning.

Who You Are:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience in a behavioral health setting preferred.
• One year of experience in the human services field preferably in a behavioral health setting preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish language skills preferred.
• Knowledge of and high motivation to work with the behavioral health population.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to relate and establish rapport with individuals families and collateral providers.
• Ability to work as a team member and follow through on assigned tasks.
• Good interviewing observation and documentation skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

We Hire for HEART! Since 1938 BHN has delivered high-quality culturally responsive behavioral health care building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core valuesHumanity Empowerment Accountability Respect and Teamworkguide how we lead serve and support one another. If youre ready to bring your skills and experience to a mission-driven organization where your work can make a meaningful difference wed love to hear from you.

Pay Range: $21.50-$24.00