Mental Health Counselor II (Part-Time)

UPMC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a part-time Mental Health Counselor I to join their dedicated team. In this role, you'll provide essential counseling and casework services to individuals in a supportive environment. Your responsibilities will include assisting residents with daily living skills, documenting health measurements, and building effective relationships to help clients achieve their goals. If you're a problem-solver with a passion for making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a committed team and contribute to the well-being of the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health counseling or related field.
• Ability to assist with daily living skills and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medical appointments and daily living skills.
• Document resident health measurements and provide verbal reports.
• Build relationships and provide life guidance to clients.

Skills

Problem-solving

Crisis intervention techniques

Documentation

Communication skills

Social skills education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

UPMC is seeking a part-time Mental Health Counselor I for Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough in McKeesport, PA. The role involves providing and coordinating counseling and casework services within the MH Residential Programs, and assisting individuals with daily living, financial, socialization, mobility, and survival skills.

The position supports Lyle Home Place, offering a small, supportive work environment. Shifts include weekdays, weekends, evenings, and overnights. Ideal candidates should be problem-solvers with a desire to make a difference in clients' lives. This position will work daylight and evening hours.

Responsibilities:

·Casework Activities: Assist residents with medical appointments, emergency care, financial assistance, budgeting, and daily living skills. Provide hands-on help and public transportation education.

·Documentation Activities: Write detailed shift notes, give verbal reports, complete medication documentation, and report issues. Conduct and document resident health measurements.

·Counseling Activities: Build effective relationships, meet weekly with consumers to discuss progress, help set and achieve goals, provide life guidance, use crisis intervention techniques, and lead social/educational groups.

·ADL Activities: Orient residents to the community, educate on emergency procedures, teach social skills, communicate with the treatment team, attend meetings, liaise with service providers, and perform safety checks.