Mental Health Outreach Counselor

ServiceNet; Greenfield (MA); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Job summary

ServiceNet in Greenfield, MA is seeking an Outreach Counselor within the MHRS - Outreach Service to support participants' recovery goals and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, facilitating daily living skills, providing transportation, completing documentation, attending meetings, and supporting MHRS residential programs as needed.

Qualifications

• Sensitivity to individuals in mental health recovery.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants residing in a variety of settings to attain their individualized recovery goals and objectives.
• Work closely with the team in the development of participants’ treatment plans, supporting their involvement and reviewing identified goals and tasks on a weekly basis.
• Use strategies and interventions to restore and teach daily living skills required to maintain safe housing, self-care, work, education or pre-vocational training, social relations and supports, financial stability, transportation capability, access to self-help options in the community, and medication independence.
• Provide monitoring to promote and maintain a safe living environment in the community for assigned individuals.
• Provide transportation for participants as assigned by program supervisors.
• Complete all documentation as required.
• Attend weekly team meetings and other scheduled meetings and trainings.
• Assist in MHRS residential programs as needed.

Skills

Empathy and active listening

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High School Diploma / GED required

Job description

Outreach Counselor

Mental Health Recovery Division (MHRS) - Outreach Service

Location: Greenfield, MA

Position Details

Fulltime

Pay Rate: $18.00-$20.00/hr

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Generous PTO (time-off) package.
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans.
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition remission for eligible classes.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and tuition assistance.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement.
• And much more

Position Summary

Mental Health Outreach counselors provide and assist program participants with information and strategies to reach their recovery goals. Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team promoting a model of treatment and support for, resiliency, hope and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants residing in a variety of settings to attain their individualized recovery goals and objectives.
• Work closely with the team in the development of participants’ treatment plans, supporting their involvement and reviewing identified goals and tasks on a weekly basis.
• Use strategies and interventions to restore and teach, as needed, daily living skills required to maintain safe housing, self-care, work, education or pre-vocational training, social relations and supports, financial stability, transportation capability, access to self-help options in the community, and medication independence.
• Provide monitoring, as needed, to promote and maintain a safe living environment in the community for assigned individuals.
• Provide transportation for participants as assigned by program supervisors.
• Complete all documentation as required.
• Attend weekly team meetings and other scheduled meetings and trainings.
• Assist in MHRS residential programs as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• High School Diploma / GED required.
• Experience working with people in mental health recovery.
• Vehicle, valid driver's license and motor vehicle record required.

About ServiceNet

ServiceNet is a compassionate non-profit organization that helps individuals facing challenges such as mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, homelessness, and substance use issues. With our dedicated staff members, we work together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Learn More About ServiceNet

https://www.servicenet.org/

ServiceNet is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.