Bilingual Mental Health Clinician

Occumedx-Group,-Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

OccuMedX in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced mental health counselor to provide confidential one-on-one sessions for employees on construction sites. You will respond to crises, offer short-term stabilization, and help connect workers with appropriate resources while maintaining professional boundaries.

The role requires a Master's degree in a relevant field and at least three years of counseling experience, with strong interpersonal, communication, and de-escalation skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience providing one-on-one counseling.
• Strong crisis management and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse groups of employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential one-on-one counseling sessions for employees on construction sites.
• Respond to immediate mental health crises, offering short-term stabilization and support.
• Assess needs and refer employees to appropriate community resources or long-term providers.
• Maintain boundaries of scope of practice and provide supportive counseling.
• Provide education and awareness about mental health in a workplace context.
• Document sessions and referrals per professional standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with ethical guidelines.
• Provide ongoing education and training to workers on mental health.
• Maintain cleanliness of the onsite clinic and office.
• Build lasting relationships with internal and external partners.
• Integrate with client project teams to support objectives.

Skills

Crisis management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Rapport building

Attention to detail

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology

Job description

OccuMedX is an occupational health and safety firm with a focus on preventing workplace injuries and illnesses. The company's multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive care for employees and employers alike, fostering safer work environments and promoting the health and productivity of the workforce. Our mission is to deliver exceptional occupational health services that protect and enhance the wellbeing of employees. We exist to Reimagine the intersect of Work and Health.

Duties:

• Provide one-on-one, confidential counseling sessions for employees as needed on the construction site.
• Respond to immediate mental health or emotional crises, offering short-term stabilization and support.
• Assess needs and refer employees to appropriate community resources or long-term providers when necessary.
• Maintain clear boundaries of scope of practice, offering supportive counseling rather than ongoing therapy.
• Provide education and awareness about mental health and wellness in a workplace context.
• Document sessions and referrals in accordance with professional and ethical standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all applicable ethical guidelines.
• Provide ongoing education and training to workers on mental health.
• Maintain cleanliness of the onsite clinic and office.

Other Duties:

• Build lasting relationships with our internal and external partners.
• Integrate with the client project team to support client objectives and programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conditions of Employment:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field (Required).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience providing one-on-one counseling to individuals.
• Strong crisis management and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse groups of employees.
• Familiarity with referral networks and local mental health resources.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a construction site environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees and clients at all levels required.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment required.
• Must be able to adapt to changes without compromise and become proficient quickly.
• Must be able to operate effectively in unpredictable situations.
• Must be comfortable working at heights.
• Must adhere to all work rules, procedures, and standards.