Interim Intake Mental Health Counselor, 40hrs M-F No Weekends!

TaraVista Behavioral Health • Devens, MA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Interim Intake Mental Health Counselor, under the supervision of the Director of Intake and Chief Admissions Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe therapeutic milieu on intake waiting room. The role involves conducting safety checks, patient monitoring, de-escalating acute situations, and providing supportive interactions with patients.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Sufficient typing and computer skills to facilitate use of Electronic Health Record.
• Experience with Electronic Health Record.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop a therapeutic relationship while maintaining professional boundaries.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in psychiatric or substance inpatient.
• Restraint reduction de-escalation.
• Crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a safe therapeutic milieu on intake waiting room.
• Conducting safety checks.
• Patient monitoring.
• De-escalating acute situations.
• Providing supportive interactions with patients.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) match
• Employer paid short term disability (STD)
• Employer paid life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED