Mental Health Counselor/ 24hr Evening- Psychiatry
 Newton-Wellesley Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Newton | |
| 2014 Washington Street (Show on map) | |
 Jan 01, 2025 | |
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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. Job Knowledge and Skills: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 least1 year psychiatric experience required.Knowledge and experience in the Chemical Dependency field preferred. Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |