Psychiatric Counselor - Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Newburyport, MA

21h•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatric Counselor is responsible for milieu management, patient assignment, checks and leading groups in our 20-bed adult psychiatric services unit. Must possess verbal and written skills to communicate effectively and courteously with a diverse group of professional and non-professional members of the health care team, patients and family/significant others.

Requirements

High School Diploma Required
C.P.I. Certification provided during orientation program.
BLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree in Psychology or related field or equivalent experience is preferred.
At least one year of experience working with psychiatric patients in an inpatient setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists multidisciplinary team in formulating, implementing, and observing outcomes of the individualized patient plan of care
Encourages and supports patients in maintaining ADL’s.
Communicates and records significant changes in patient’s condition or behavioral changes to the RN.
Legibly documents all pertinent data regarding patient care in the patient care record.
Assists the Registered Nurse with the admission assessment and discharge process.
Monitors the therapeutic milieu and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, family members, and staff.
Demonstrates understanding of patients’ rights and the complaint/grievance process
Follows hospital and department policies and procedures
Manages stressful situations in a calm, organized and professional manner
Maintains patient confidentiality
Maintains CPI and BCLS education
Participates in ongoing clinical education to ensure competency specific to psychiatry
Demonstrates flexibility and cooperation in response to unexpected change in work volume, emergencies and staffing or scheduling changes