Mental Health Counselor

Emerson Hospital is looking for Mental Health Counselor in Concord, MA.
This local job opportunity with ID 3736959030 is live since 2026-07-02 01:17:19.
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
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