Mental Health Counselor, Adolescent Inpt

Company: Eastern Connecticut Health Network
Facility: Manchester Memorial Hospital at Manchester
Department: Behavioral Health/Adolescent Inpatient

This position reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager, Intensive Psychiatric Services. Responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, structured and therapeutic milieu, with age-specific behavioral management practices. This position requires some familiarity with psychiatric disorders, the willingness and ability to learn how to facilitate therapeutic groups. Plans, implements and facilitates a variety of skill training and theme-specific groups; role models skills to patients such as communication, negotiation, problem solving and conflict resolution. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team in documenting and communicating pertinent information to the treatment team. Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), which may include bathing, feeding and dressing patients. Creates a caring and compassionate environment through ECHN s Core Values of Teamwork, Communication, Respect and Caring.


MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of a high school degree or GED equivalent, an Associates degree, preferably in psychology or other human services field, is preferred. Work experience in lieu of a degree will be considered. Prior experience working with a psychiatric population is preferred. Strong verbal communication skills using the English language is essential. Must be able to function in an environment where multitasking is necessary. Must have exceptional interpersonal skills, leadership skills and be able to role model effective coping skills.
Per Diem Per Diem - Flex