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Mental Health Counselor/ Per Diem-Psychiatry - Newton, United States - Newton-Wellesley Hospital
Description
Job Description - Mental Health Counselor/ Per Diem-Psychiatry Job Description Mental Health Counselor/ Per Diem-Psychiatry DescriptionWe have an immediate opening in our Inpatient Psychiatry Unit at NWH. If you are a dedicated mental health care professional, and truly want to be part of an amazing group, consider learning more about our team.
The Mental Health Counselor provides care to patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The MHC contributes to the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of patient care within the scope of hospital policies, procedures and standards. The MHC collaborates/cooperates with nursing staff and other health care personnel to promote treatment and recovery of patients.
Knowledge and understanding of psychiatric conditions is essential to the effective functioning of the Mental Health Counselor in the psychiatric setting. The Mental Health Counselor is a member of the nursing staff who works collaboratively to ensure a safe, therapeutic treatment environment. Mental Health Counselors assist with behavioral or management issues in either inpatient psychiatric area and other areas of the hospital as needed.
The focus of this role is in the following key areas:
1. Employs de-escalation techniques to ensure patient, unit, and staff safety.
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and expertise:
Must have demonstrated clinical competency, including group leadership skills, in appropriate psychiatric settings. Evidence of this should include: effective communication, the ability to problem solve, get along well with others, and confront issues appropriately.
Education: Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology or related field preferred.
Experience: At least 1 year psychiatric experience required. Knowledge and experience in the Chemical Dependency field preferred.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS OF JOB DESCRIPTION :
The MHC works in a variety of patient care environments where there may be exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials such as chemotherapeutic agents, radioisotopes and radiation. Caring for patients also involves exposure to human waste and other unpleasant elements. Other duties may include general cleaning with exposure to dirt, odors, cramped quarters, etc. MHC's may work with angry, agitated, and combative patients.
EEO StatementMass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer & by embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.
