Mental Health Counselor

Christian Health Care Center•Wyckoff, NJ

2d•$26 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time opportunity for a Mental Health Counselor to join the Gracepoint partial hospitalization program. The Mental Health Counselor for the PHP program provides direct support and therapeutic services within a structured outpatient program serving individuals with mental health needs who do not require inpatient care. This role involves group-based interventions, supports individualized treatment goals and contributes to a recovery oriented program environment. The counselor plays a key role in maintaining program flow, therapeutic structure and client engagement. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health.

Requirements

Working in a mental health setting or related work experience.
Must possess baseline social work skills in listening, exploring, and communicating responses to patients and families.
Must have knowledge of Screening, Assessments, and Discharge Planning as indicated by the ability to seek resources and make appropriate referrals.
Must be able to legibly record Assessments, Social Histories, and Contact Summaries in the Case Record.
Must report progress and problems during supervision with the Director of Social Work and actively participate in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team Meetings.
Must communicate as liaison with RRPH Staff and Community Agencies.

Responsibilities

Lead or co-facilitate structured therapeutic, psychoeducational and skill building groups.
Support a safe, structured and recovery-oriented environment that provides client engagement and participation.
Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team and participate in treatment team meetings and intake evaluations.
Perform case management duties including coordination of care, discharge preparation and community resource linkage and referrals.
Monitor client presentation, behavior and participation; communicate concerns to clinical staff.
Support intake, program orientation and transition processes for new and discharging clients.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with program and regulatory standards.
Reinforce therapeutic interventions under clinical supervision.
Provide brief supportive check-ins to reinforce coping skills and treatment goals.
Support family involvement as appropriate to coordinate care.
Performs other related duties as required.