Inpatient Psychiatric Counselor-Per Diem

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Working collaboratively as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, the Inpatient Psychiatric Counselor provides individual and group interventions under the direct supervision of a licensed occupational therapist in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• 1. PROFESSIONALISM
• 1.1 Demonstrates professional conduct.
• 2. ADMINISTRATIVE
• 2.1 Demonstrates basic computer skills.
• 3. COMMUNICATION
• 3.1 Asks for help as needed.
• 4. COMPETENCY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS/TRAINING
• 4.1 Has an accurate understanding of and demonstrates adherence to all departmental, hospital and health system policies and procedures, inclusive of infection control policy, hand hygiene policy, and professional boundaries.
• 5. PATIENT CARE DUTIES
• 5.1 Participates in the ongoing development of the therapeutic milieu/environment, creatively shapes group programming and milieu activities to meet the needs, abilities, and preferences of all patients.

EDUCATION

Associate degree in Psychology, Counseling or other health-related field; Bachelor degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 1-2 years of direct clinical experience working in mental health settings, including the provision of group and individual patient activities. Experience with specialized populations such as emotionally dysregulated adults and adolescents is preferred.

LICENSURE

Current BLS/CPR certification required within one month of hire. YNHPH Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) initial certification and annual recertification required. Initial certification must be completed within probationary period of employment.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Basic computer skills required for data entry, email, smart web paging, mobile heartbeat (MHB) and ability to access the electronic medical record. Ability to work independently. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment, communicate and effectively deal with complex affective-charged situations and possess group facilitation and crisis management skills.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Able to lift at least 25lbs.; must comply with appropriate OSHA, HIPAA and JCAHO standards relevant to position.

HOURS: Per diem/As needed

The primary role of this per diem position is the provision of group interventions with focus on symptom management skills training to promote optimal health and wellness for adolescent, adult and older adult patients in our inpatient psychiatric setting. Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical group experience in behavioral health required. Associate's degree in Psychology, Counseling or other health-related field; Bachelor degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.