Psychiatric Counselor

• Day (United States of America)
• Psychiatric Counselor

The Psychiatric Counselor is responsible for conducting Psychosocial Assessments for patients 14 and up. This individual will provide individual, family and group therapy, coordinate Treatment Team/Planning for individual patients, and will be expected to coordinate and facilitate discharge planning for the patients by collaborating with families, support systems and referral sources.

• Master's Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling from an accredited school
• Licensed SW/MHC, or Licensed eligible within 8 months of hire date preferred
• Certified Addiction Professional (CAP) preferred
• Prior experience working with Behavioral Health/Substance Abuse patients and/or performing CAP assessments preferred
• Psychosocial interviews of clients age 14 and up, including geriatrics.
• Facilitate individual, family and group therapy.
• Act as a liaison for patients/families in Baker Act court Hearings.
• Coordinate Treatment Team Meetings.
• Liaison between Providers, patients and families.
• Arrange discharge plans to appropriate community Providers, Agencies, or Long Term Placements.
• Provide patient/family education regarding their diagnosis and treatment.
• Provide staff and community education/services.
• Perform CAP assessments throughout the hospital upon request for a consult.
• Provide back-up coverage for ED psychiatric screeners and assist Psychiatric ED with Discharge/Transfer plans when needed.