Psychiatric Counselor, DAS
About The Position
Position: Diversion & Acute Stabilization (DAS) Psychiatric Counselor Pay Range: Up to $25/hour, based on education and related experience Schedule: Part Time, Saturday and Sunday 4p-12am Location: Homestead, PA Devereux/TCV Community Services is Hiring for a Part-Time Diversion & Acute Stabilization (DAS) Psychiatric Counselor! Being a DAS Psychiatric Counselor at Devereux/TCV has its Advantages: As a DAS Psychiatric Counselor at Devereux/TCV, you will work with other dedicated professionals who want to improve the lives of individuals with mental health and other disabilities. What to Expect: TCV is seeking a dedicated, compassionate and responsible person to join the treatment team serving adults with behavioral health challenges. Encourage individuals to meet their recovery goals, i.e., actively participate in treatment and therapeutic activities to enhance their lives. Monitor individuals’ physical and emotional well-being, use de-escalation and emergency techniques, when necessary, Develop and teach strategies to promote wellness and independence. Collaborate with the treatment team including but not limited to psychiatrist, therapist, nurses and service coordinators. Keywords: Diversion and Acute Stabilization, Mental Health Counselor, Behavioral Health Specialist, Acute Mental Health Care, Crisis Intervention Counselor, Emergency Mental Health Services
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social/human services, or related field, required.
- Prior experience working in social services with adults with behavioral health disorders, highly preferred.
- 18 years of age or older required.
- Agree to a PA state criminal history, child abuse record and FBI Clearance.
- Agree to a pre-employment drug screening, one-step TB and physical.
Nice To Haves
- Valid driver's license
Responsibilities
- Encourage individuals to meet their recovery goals, i.e., actively participate in treatment and therapeutic activities to enhance their lives.
- Monitor individuals’ physical and emotional well-being, use de-escalation and emergency techniques, when necessary,
- Develop and teach strategies to promote wellness and independence.
- Collaborate with the treatment team including but not limited to psychiatrist, therapist, nurses and service coordinators.
Benefits
- Tuition Assistance.
- Health, Vision, Dental Insurance.
- Generous Paid Time Off.
- 403 (b) retirement plan.
- Paid Training.
- Student Loan Assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
