Mental Health Counselor

Emerson Health; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Compassionate team

Inpatient psychiatric care experience

Supportive environment

Job summary

Emerson Health seeks a Mental Health Counselor for its inpatient Behavioral Health unit to provide hands-on, compassionate care to individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to support a safe, therapeutic environment and patient recovery.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, crisis de-escalation, documentation, and collaboration with the care team to implement individualized plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in a mental health-related field or equivalent.
• LICENSURE: BLS - Healthcare Provider; CPI certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct patient care tailored to the age and needs of individuals on the behavioral health unit.
• Supporting safety 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 to behavioral health crises using de-escalation techniques.
• Maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with standards.
• Upholding patient confidentiality and safety protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Rapport building

Critical thinking

Time management

Documentation proficiency

Patient confidentiality

Written English

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Mental health field degree preferred

Job description

About This Role

Make a difference in patients' lives-every shift.

Schedule

Part Time

Pay Range

$19.00 - $30.00 / Hourly

Shift

Evening shift

Hours

3pm-11:30pm

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

• 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