Mental Health Counselor

Mental Health Counselor

Schedule: Part Time

Pay Range: $19.00 - $30.00 / Hourly

Shift: Day shift

Hours: 7am-3:30pm

About this role

Make a difference in patients' lives-every shift.

As a Mental Health Counselor on our inpatient Behavioral Health team, you will provide hands-on, compassionate care to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you'll play a vital role in maintaining a safe, supportive environment and helping patients progress in their recovery.
What You'll Do

In this role, you will support high-quality patient care by:

• Providing direct patient care tailored to the age and needs of individuals on the behavioral health unit
  
• Supporting the safety, well-being, and therapeutic environment for all patients
  
• Observing, monitoring, and documenting patient behavior and interactions
  
• Assisting with daily activities, therapeutic programming, and patient engagement
  
• Collaborating with nurses and the interdisciplinary team to support individualized care plans
  
• Responding appropriately to behavioral health crises using de-escalation techniques
  
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards
  
• Upholding patient confidentiality and all safety protocols
  

You will report to the Director of Behavioral Health Nursing and work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
What You Bring

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred
  
• Degree in a mental health-related field preferred
  

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting or psychiatric triage preferred
  

Licensure & Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - Healthcare Provider required
  
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification required within 30 days of hire
  

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  
• Ability to build rapport with patients in a therapeutic setting
  
• Critical thinking and sound judgment in dynamic situations
  
• Strong organizational and time management skills
  
• Basic computer and documentation proficiency
  
• Ability to maintain strict patient confidentiality
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven behavioral health team
  
• Gain valuable experience in inpatient psychiatric care
  
• Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment
  
• Make a meaningful impact on patient safety and recovery