Psychiatric Counselor I

Mass General Brigham Incorporated; Northampton, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Psychiatric Counselor to provide individual and group counseling within patients’ treatment plans. This position reports to the Nurse Manager, Behavioral Health and operates within established organizational and departmental policies.

The role requires a BA/BS in psychology or a related field, current CPR certification, CPI certification within 90 days, and 1–3 years’ experience working 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.

Job description

Site: Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

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

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1910 Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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