Night Counselor - Adult Psychiatric Treatment Team

Baystate Noble Hospital; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a Counselor for the Adult Psychiatric Treatment Unit at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA. The role focuses on patient-centered psychiatric care, collaborating with psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and a multidisciplinary team to support recovery.

The position involves night shifts, 36 hours per week, and comprehensive benefits. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and relevant certifications, with advancing clinical experience in behavioral

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Counselor I: 1 year of healthcare experience
• Counselor II: 2 years of healthcare experience
• Counselor III: 4 years direct behavioral health experience

Responsibilities

• Reviews admission and progress notes from treatment team to understand patients.
• Reports observations of patients' status to the treatment team.
• Conducts daily sharps checks on patients upon arrival and when indicated by the treatment team.
• Demonstrates awareness of behavioral and environmental safety risks and responds per hospital policies.
• Documents patient mental status, social behavior, and progress toward goals daily.
• Establishes and maintains therapeutic relationships with patients promoting dignity, respect, and recovery.

Skills

Counselor I-III

Healthcare experience

Education

High School Diploma

Basic Life Support Certification

Crisis Prevention Certification

Job description

Baystate Health is seeking a Counselor for the Adult Psychiatric Treatment Unit at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA. The role focuses on patient-centered psychiatric care, collaborating with psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and a multidisciplinary team to support recovery.

The position involves night shifts, 36 hours per week, and comprehensive benefits. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and relevant certifications, with advancing clinical experience in behavioral