Mental Health Counselor, Emergency Room, 24 Hour, Evenings
Core
Provides direct patient care, treatment planning, and milieu safety assessments in an inpatient/outpatient mental health unit within an emergency room setting.
Role type
Mental Health Counselor (Emergency Room)
Builds
Safe and therapeutic environments for patients requiring behavioral health support
Domain
Healthcare / Mental Health / Emergency Medicine
Required skills
Treatment planning, milieu management, de-escalation techniques, patient safety checks, vital signs monitoring, documentation, group activity leadership, restraint policy compliance, medical emergency assistance
Preferred skills
Medical terminology, computer skills, health-related field experience
Technologies
EHR systems, data sheets, communication boards
Responsibilities
Conducts behavioral assessments and implements treatment plans; leads group therapy and recreational activities; monitors patient safety and vital signs; documents progress notes and care charts; assists RNs in medical/psychiatric interventions; performs de-escalation and restraint procedures when necessary; participates in quality improvement initiatives.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC