Mental Health Outreach Counselor

ServiceNet•Greenfield, MA

11d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Mental Health Outreach counselors provide and assist program participants with information and strategies to reach their recovery goals. Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team promoting a model of treatment and support for, resiliency, hope and recovery. ServiceNet is a compassionate non-profit organization that helps individuals facing challenges such as mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, homelessness, and substance use issues. With our dedicated staff members, we work together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Join us and become part of a caring community that helps others find joy and purpose. Apply today.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED required.
Experience working with people in mental health recovery.
Vehicle, valid driver's license and motor vehicle record required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist participants residing in a variety of settings to attain their individualized recovery goals and objectives.
Work closely with the team in the development of participants’ treatment plans, supporting their involvement and reviewing identified goals and tasks on a weekly basis.
Use strategies and interventions to restore and teach, as needed, daily living skills required to maintain safe housing, self-care, work, education or pre-vocational training, social relations and supports, financial stability, transportation capability, access to self-help options in the community, and medication independence.
Provide monitoring, as needed, to promote and maintain a safe living environment in the community for assigned individuals.
Provide transportation for participants as assigned by program supervisors.
Complete all documentation as required.
Attend weekly team meetings and other scheduled meetings and trainings.
Assist in MHRS residential programs as needed.