Counselor II

About the role

The Counselor II at Hampstead Hospital establishes therapeutic relationships with assigned residents and facilitates maintaining the therapeutic environment in the Residential program. The Counselor II provides progressively basic-to-complex patient care services, increasing independence with experience and skill.

Creates and implements therapeutic plans and relationships with assigned residents to ensure treatment plans are followed appropriately, helping residents progress toward their goals. Provides resident-centered care that is resiliency- and recovery-oriented, with a primary focus on patients' health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient group sessions, psychoeducation, and recreation groups under the supervision of a clinician or program director.
• Provides opportunities for residents to attend and participate in community activities and outdoor recreation.
• Supports residents in developing independent living skills to help them succeed in the community.
• Assists residents with daily living and maintains a safe and therapeutic milieu along with an orderly work environment.
• Participates in hospital safety training programs and meets with the Program Director for ongoing mentoring, guidance, and supervision.
• Utilizes interventions consistent with current research relevant to developmental, cultural, and disability-specific needs.
• Consults and communicates with other professional treatment staff regarding treatment interventions, psychosocial and environmental influences, community resources, and transition needs.
• Updates and maintains accurate medical records and documentation in accordance with Joint Commission, State Licensing, and Medicare standards.
• Follows program and departmental policies, procedures, and discipline-specific standards for assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, and reports.
• Promotes a hospital culture of patient safety in a non-punitive atmosphere; observes and reports significant events or concerns to the Program Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with major study in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related behavioral science area. Each additional year of approved formal education may substitute for one year of required work experience.
• Three years' experience in social work, clinical mental health counseling, or a related field in a psychiatric in-patient or clinical environment. Each additional year of approved work experience may substitute for one year of required formal education.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid Driver’s License.