Mental Health Counselor I

UPMC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Counselor I to join their team at a residential program. This role involves providing essential counseling and casework services, supporting residents in developing daily living skills, and ensuring their well-being. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, adaptable, and able to work independently, especially during overnight shifts. With a focus on building strong relationships and providing crisis intervention, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals. A sign-on bonus of up to $3,500 is available for the right candidate, making this role even more appealing.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $3,500

Flexible work schedules

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field required.
• Strong counseling and crisis intervention skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and casework services within MH Residential Programs.
• Establish effective relationships with consumers and assist with daily living skills.
• Document consumer functioning and develop service plans.

Skills

Counseling Skills

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

UPMC is hiring a full-time Mental Health Counselor I to support Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough in McKeesport, PA.

The incumbent is primarily responsible for the provision and coordination of counseling and casework services within the MH Residential Programs. The incumbent is further responsible for educating and assisting individuals with daily living, financial, socialization, mobility, and survival skills.

The incumbent will be supporting the Fifth Ave Residential Home. The shift for this role is overnight from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The ideal candidate would be supportive of and a resource for residents.

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $3,500!

Responsibilities:

1. Working at various sites and familiarizing with orientation binders.
2. Working independently under stress without imposing personal beliefs.
3. Staying calm and supportive in emergencies.
4. Establishing effective relationships with consumers and meeting weekly to discuss progress and goals.
5. Providing education, guidance, and crisis intervention.
6. Assessing and documenting consumer functioning, developing service plans, and completing required documentation.
7. Being flexible with work schedules and staying awake during shifts.
8. Providing quality services regardless of consumer issues.
9. Assisting with medical appointments, financial assistance, daily living skills, and public transportation.
10. Orienting consumers to the community and educating on emergency procedures.
11. Teaching social skills and encouraging recreational activities.
12. Communicating with the treatment team and attending relevant meetings.
13. Acting as a liaison to service providers as per the consumer's service plan.