Adult Mental Health Counselor (MHC) - Adult Psych - Day or Night Shifts!

Adult Mental Health Counselor (MHC)

• Adult Psych
• Day or Night Shifts! Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center
• 2.

9 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Pet insurance Qualifications Sociology Driver's License Mental health counseling Working with individuals with mental health conditions Human Services Associate's degree Full Job Description Mental Health Counselor (MHC) Opportunity As a Mental Health Counselor, you'll play a hands-on role in supporting patients through some of the most critical moments. You'll provide attentive care and supervision, build meaningful, trust-based relationships, and actively contribute to each patient's treatment journey. From observing and documenting behaviors to stepping in with compassionate crisis intervention when needed, you'll be a vital part of a collaborative team dedicated to safety, healing, and positive outcomes.

Benefits Include:

Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive compensation & generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Tuition saving to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Pet Insurance More information is available on our

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Responsibilities:

Be a steady, supportive presence in patients' daily lives—guiding them through meals, activities, and programming while helping create a structured, engaging environment where they can thrive Stay one step ahead to keep everyone safe—using awareness, quick thinking, and sound judgement to anticipate challenges and calmy de-escalate situations Build genuine, trust-based relationships through positive communication, active listening, and consistent encouragement of healthy behaviors and boundaries Partner with Clinical and Admissions teams to support screenings and assessments, playing an important role in each patient's care journey from the very start Champion patient dignity and independence by supporting daily living needs, empowering individuals to build confidence and take meaningful steps forward

Requirements:

Undergraduate degree in Psychology, Human Services, Sociology, Counseling or in a related behavioral science field OR Associate's degree in Psychology, Human Services, Sociology, Counseling or in a related behavioral science field; one year of direct care experience working with adult psychiatric or chemical dependency clients OR High School/GED Diploma; three years of direct care experience working with adult psychiatric or chemical dependency clients Must be 21+ years of age Valid driver's license required Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proven ability to successfully perform in a fast-paced work environment

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person