Mental Health Counselor

Schedule: Per Diem

Pay Range: $19.00 - $30.00 / Hourly

Shift: Variable Shifts

Hours: variable

About This Role

Make a difference in patients' lives-every shift.

As a Mental Health Counselor on our inpatient Behavioral Health team, you will provide hands-on, compassionate care to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you'll play a vital role in maintaining a safe, supportive environment and helping patients progress in their recovery.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will support high-quality patient care by:

• Providing direct patient care tailored to the age and needs of individuals on the behavioral health unit
• Supporting the safety, well-being, and therapeutic environment for all patients
• Observing, monitoring, and documenting patient behavior and interactions
• Assisting with daily activities, therapeutic programming, and patient engagement
• Collaborating with nurses and the interdisciplinary team to support individualized care plans
• Responding appropriately to behavioral health crises using de-escalation techniques
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards
• Upholding patient confidentiality and all safety protocols
  
  

You will report to the Director of Behavioral Health Nursing and work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

What You Bring

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Degree in a mental health-related field preferred
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting or psychiatric triage preferred
  
  

Licensure & Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - Healthcare Provider required
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification required within 30 days of hire
  
  

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build rapport with patients in a therapeutic setting
• Critical thinking and sound judgment in dynamic situations
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Basic computer and documentation proficiency
• Ability to maintain strict patient confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven behavioral health team
• Gain valuable experience in inpatient psychiatric care
• Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment
• Make a meaningful impact on patient safety and recovery
  
  

To apply, please visit: https://emersonhealth.org/jobs/mental-health-counselor-34313/

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