Behavioral Health Counselor
Conifer Health Solutions•Worcester, MA
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Counselor is primarily responsible for monitoring services and providing community support and therapeutic services. The counselor applies basic knowledge of diagnostic characteristics and symptoms of primary mental illness, as well as knowledge of medications, side effects, and benefits, to provide person-centered support in a community-based environment. The LPC receives periodic supervision.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
- If a new graduate, supervised post-graduate counseling experience (internship) with specified direct client contact under the supervision of a board-approved supervisor; otherwise, one year of experience.
Responsibilities
- Function as a milieu therapist for assigned patients, collaborating with the nurse therapist to determine a milieu treatment approach and serving as an active member of the multidisciplinary team.
- Administer an initial psychological assessment and provide consistent individual counseling focused on treatment goals during hospitalization.
- Participate in milieu therapy with patients individually or in groups, and lead or assist with milieu groups.
- Apply knowledge of each patient's condition and appropriate therapeutic techniques, and ensure appropriate patient participation.
- Collaborate in the diagnosis and treatment of patients, share information, and participate in formulating treatment plans.
- Record appropriate information in patient charts and prepare regular reports describing each patient's mental status, functioning, and significant interactions.
Benefits
- Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus, based on eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
