What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Counselor - Cypress Center position at The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester Inc?
Description
Title: Cypress Center Counselor – PER DIEM
Location: Manchester, NH 03101
Job Type: PER DIEM Days and Weekends
About Us:
Everyone deserves to feel healthy in both body and mind. Here at The Mental Health Center, we’re committed to helping you understand mental illness and get on the road to recovery. Our programs and services aim to restore health and improve quality of life. We believe each staff member plays an integral role in fulfilling our mission to provide the highest quality of care possible. We know our employees are the key to our success and we currently have job opportunities available so YOU too can become part of our successful, energetic, and dedicated organization! We are also proud to be a recipient of The Bell Seal Certification for Workplace Mental Health, recognizing our commitment to creating a mentally healthy, supportive, and inclusive work environment.
Requirements
Job Description:
Seeking an energetic, team-oriented counselor for meaningful work with people admitted to our inpatient state-designated receiving facility. We provide short-term crisis stabilization and brief 1:1 & group counseling in a milieu setting. Some weekends are required. We welcome students who are working towards their master’s degree and would like to become involved in a respected organization with flexibility and many paths for advancement. We offer clinical supervision and valuable experience working with a variety of community populations. If you want to truly LOVE where you work…then we want to talk with you!
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Previous experience working in locked inpatient units is a plus.
- Looking for someone with excellent time management skills, who is able to respond quickly and effectively to crisis situations.
- We are seeking someone who has a passion for mental health and enjoys challenges.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Illness Management and Recovery is helpful.
- Must be attentive to detail, and able to solve problems in an environment of positive teamwork and professionalism.
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must have organizational, written, and verbal skills.
- Basic computer experience required.
- Successful candidates will be organized self-starters who enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications:
Must be available to work some weekends each month and have occasional flexibility with shifts.
Experience:
At least one full year working in the mental health field. Preference is given to previous experience working in crisis units/environments.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology or social work required
Job type: Per diem
Skills and Competencies:
- Commitment to teamwork
- Self-Starter, Independent
- Time management and organizational skills are a must.
- Excellent communication ability with co-workers, staff, clients, and community partners.
*Supervision towards Clinical Licensure
*Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and NH State Loan Repayment Program
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Salary : $23 - $28