Mental Health Counselor II

UPMC•White Oak, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC is hiring a full-time Mental Health Counselor II to support Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough in White Oak, PA. The Mental Health Counselor II is an ideal position for a new bachelor’s degree person interested in working with individuals with chronic mental illness, who has little or no experience in the behavioral health field. The hire for this role will have the opportunity to learn about the medications and varieties of treatment modalities that contribute to one's recovery and quality of life. They will also be exposed to all the medical and psychiatric issues related to or as a result of long-term psychotropic medication and other issues related to aging process. The position supports the Long Run Road Personal Care Home, an 18-bed facility for adults with mental illness. Ideal candidates should be supportive, proficient in administering medications, thorough in completing assignments, and reliable in covering shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The shifts for this position are Tuesday through Saturday, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $3,500!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
Driver's License
Act 34
OAPSA
A copy of your transcripts must be attached for consideration.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the career counseling of clients with alcohol/substance abuse problems and/or clients from other disadvantaged populations preferred.
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with medical appointments, emergency care, financial assistance, budgeting, and daily living skills.
Provide hands-on help and public transportation education.
Write detailed shift notes, give verbal reports, complete medication documentation, and report issues.
Conduct and document resident health measurements.
Build effective relationships, meet weekly with consumers to discuss progress, help set and achieve goals, provide life guidance, use crisis intervention techniques, and lead social/educational groups.
Orient residents to the community, educate on emergency procedures, teach social skills, communicate with the treatment team, attend meetings, liaise with service providers, and perform safety checks.