Psychiatric Counselor
@ Staff_02 Halifax Staffing Inc.Psychiatric Counselor
About the job
A healthcare organization providing mental health and substance abuse services. The role involves psychosocial assessments, therapy, coordination, and education to support patients and families effectively.
Requirements
- Master's in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling
- Licensed SW or MHC preferred
- Experience with behavioral health/substance abuse
- Skilled in psychosocial interviews
- Coordination and discharge planning
Qualifications
- Licensed within 8 months of hire preferred
- Certified Addiction Professional (CAP) preferred
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work with diverse populations
Full job description
- Master's Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling from an accredited school
- Licensed SW/MHC, or Licensed eligible within 8 months of hire date preferred
- Certified Addiction Professional (CAP) preferred
- Prior experience working with Behavioral Health/Substance Abuse patients and/or performing CAP assessments preferred
- Psychosocial interviews of clients age 14 and up, including geriatrics.
- Facilitate individual, family and group therapy.
- Act as a liaison for patients/families in Baker Act court Hearings.
- Coordinate Treatment Team Meetings.
- Liaison between Providers, patients and families.
- Arrange discharge plans to appropriate community Providers, Agencies, or Long Term Placements.
- Provide patient/family education regarding their diagnosis and treatment.
- Provide staff and community education/services.
- Perform CAP assessments throughout the hospital upon request for a consult.
- Provide back-up coverage for ED psychiatric screeners and assist Psychiatric ED with Discharge/Transfer plans when needed.