A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
Inpatient Psychiatric Counselor - Per Diem Yale New Haven Health - 3.9 New Haven, CT Job Details Per diem 3 hours ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals TJC Computer operation Direct patient care CPI Certification OSHA Individual crisis management BLS Certification Group facilitation in therapy
HIPAA EMR/EHR
Clinical data entry Desktop applications Data entry Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Working with individuals with mental health conditions Patient interaction Individual counseling Group counseling Group therapy instruction
Full Job Description Overview:
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Working collaboratively as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, the Inpatient Psychiatric Counselor provides individual and group interventions under the direct supervision of a licensed occupational therapist in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities:
1.
PROFESSIONALISM 1.1
Demonstrates professional conduct. 2.
ADMINISTRATIVE 2.1
Demonstrates basic computer skills. 3.
COMMUNICATION 3.1
Asks for help as needed. 4.
COMPETENCY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS/TRAINING 4.1
Has an accurate understanding of and demonstrates adherence to all departmental, hospital and health system policies and procedures, inclusive of infection control policy, hand hygiene policy, and professional boundaries. 5.
PATIENT CARE DUTIES 5.1
Participates in the ongoing development of the therapeutic milieu/environment, creatively shapes group programming and milieu activities to meet the needs, abilities, and preferences of all patients.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION
Associate degree in Psychology, Counseling or other health-related field; Bachelor degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum 1-2 years of direct clinical experience working in mental health settings, including the provision of group and individual patient activities. Experience with specialized populations such as emotionally dysregulated adults and adolescents is preferred.
LICENSURE
Current BLS/CPR certification required within one month of hire. YNHPH Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) initial certification and annual recertification required. Initial certification must be completed within probationary period of employment.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Basic computer skills required for data entry, email, smart web paging, mobile heartbeat (MHB) and ability to access the electronic medical record. Ability to work independently. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment, communicate and effectively deal with complex affective-charged situations and possess group facilitation and crisis management skills.
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Able to lift at least 25lbs.; must comply with appropriate OSHA, HIPAA and JCAHO standards relevant to position.
