Psychiatric Counselor I

Cooley Dickinson Hospital; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton, MA is seeking a Psychiatric Counselor to provide individual and group counseling as part of patients' treatment plans. This position reports to the Nurse Manager, Behavioral Health and operates on-site at 30 Locust Street with an Evening shift.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field, current CPR, CPI certification within 90 days, and 1–3 years experience with mentally ill and substance abuse populations.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Psychology or related field from an accredited school required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• CPI certification required within 90 days.
• Minimum of 1-3 years experience working with the mentally ill and substance abuse populations required.

Responsibilities

• The Psychiatric Counselor provides a variety of patient care activities, including individual and group counseling in the context of patients’ treatment plans.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

CPR certification

CPI certification within 90 days

Job description

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Job Summary

The Psychiatric Counselor provides a variety of patient care activities, including individual and group counseling in the context of patients’ treatment plans. This position reports to the Nurse Manager, Behavioral Health and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Psychology or related field from an accredited school required
• Current CPR certification required
• CPI certification required within 90 days
• Minimum of 1-3 years experience working with the mentally ill and substance abuse populations required

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type Onsite
• Work Location 30 Locust Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 32
• Employee Type Regular
• Work Shift Evening (United States of America)
• Pay Range $ - $26.80/Hourly
• Grade 4

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EEO Statement

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