Acute Psych Unit Counselor

Overview

APTU Counselor — Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, is seeking a Counselor to join our APTU unit consisting of unit counselors, a psychiatrist, a physician assistant, psychiatric nurses, psychiatric social workers and master's prepared specialists, occupational and recreational therapists.

Resume required with application

Schedule

• Part-time 24 hours
• Night shift 7 : 30pm-7 : 00am (12-hour shifts) with variable days scheduled for the needs of the department
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required

Location

Advantages of Working with Baystate

Qualifications

How to apply

For more information, please visit baystatehealthjobs.com or interact with us on social media at facebook.com / BaystateCareers or on Twitter @BaystateCareers. All correspondence can be directed to recruiter : Melanie.Bischoff@Baystatehealth.org

Summary

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs a wide variety of duties involving patient management, therapeutic interaction, and physical care of patients admitted to the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit. The incumbent is expected to adhere to system and department compliance policies and all applicable laws and regulations. This description covers the essential functions of the position. The incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Management reserves the right to change or add to the job responsibilities at any time.

Job Responsibilities

You Belong At Baystate

At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity elevates respect for patients and staff. It is how we advance care and improve lives.

DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.

Education & Certifications

Education : High School Diploma required.

Certifications : CPR (BLS) and CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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