Mental Health Counselor - Psychiatric

Mental Health Counselor - Psychiatric

Location: Lawrence, MA

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 3 months
• Shift / Schedule: Monday Friday, 7:00 AM 3:00 PM (40 hours/week)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for the day-to-day clinical oversight of the CCS program to ensure quality patient care that is consistent with regulatory agency standards and evidence-based practices for addiction treatment. Working with the CBHC Nurse Manager and under the direction of the Program Director, and in his/her absence, assumes responsibility for the daily operation of the program.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides supervision and consultation as needed to mental health counselors and peer specialists, including monitoring milieu acuity and assigning client tasks, as appropriate. Assures development of a treatment plan and crisis response plan for clients as needed.
• Reviews clinical documentation to assure full compliance with federal, state, and program regulations and stipulations as well as private payers and accreditation if applicable. Oversees the Quality Assurance program.
• Provides regularly scheduled supervision to program staff, reviewing group dynamics and developing strategies to maximize client continuation and compliance. Develops in-service training for staff.
• In collaboration with the Senior Director of the CBHC and the CBHC Medical Director, conducts ongoing review of the clinical program design and implements recommendations for improvement.
• Develops and monitors group curriculum using evidence-based techniques to meet the needs of clients served in the program.
• Participates in the hiring, training, performance evaluation, and scheduling of staff as assigned.
• Attends and participates in internal team meetings as required as well as external stakeholder meetings.
• Shares in on-call responsibilities for the program, as applicable.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Required Skills

• Must demonstrate ability to relate to the CCS population in a sensitive manner, an interest and willingness to work in a multicultural setting, and must share a customer service orientation.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Manages difficult or emotional client situations; responds promptly to client needs and maintains confidentiality.
• Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills.
• Writes clearly and informatively. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from consumers, regulatory agencies, or other service providers.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Education Requirements

• Master's degree in social work, clinical psychology, rehabilitative counseling, or a closely related field required.
• LMHC or LICSW license preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

Important Notes

• Must be in good standing, if previously worked with BILH, to be considered.
• Local candidates only.

About the Client

This client is a leading healthcare organization operating across the Greater Boston and surrounding Massachusetts region, providing behavioral health, addiction treatment, and community-based clinical services. The organization employs mental health counselors, peer specialists, nurse managers, program directors, and clinical support staff across its network of Community Behavioral Health Center (CBHC) programs, serving a diverse multicultural patient population.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-14091