Outreach Counselor
Mental Health Recovery Division (MHRS) - Outreach Service
Location: Amherst, MA
Fulltime
Schedule: Sun-Thurs 9a-5p
Pay Rate: $18.00-$20.00/hr
Position Summary:
Mental Health Outreach counselors provide and assist program participants with information and strategies to reach their recovery goals. Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team promoting a model of treatment and support for, resiliency, hope and recovery.
Responsibilities:
- Assist participants residing in a variety of settings to attain their individualized recovery goals and objectives.
- Work closely with the team in the development of participants’ treatment plans, supporting their involvement and reviewing identified goals and tasks on a weekly basis.
- Use strategies and interventions to restore and teach, as needed, daily living skills required to maintain safe housing, self-care, work, education or pre-vocational training, social relations and supports, financial stability, transportation capability, access to self-help options in the community, and medication independence.
- Provide monitoring, as needed, to promote and maintain a safe living environment in the community for assigned individuals.
- Provide transportation for participants as assigned by program supervisors.
- Complete all documentation as required.
- Attend weekly team meetings and other scheduled meetings and trainings.
- Assist in MHRS residential programs as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- High School Diploma / GED required.
- Experience working with people in mental health recovery.
- Vehicle, valid driver's license and motor vehicle record required.
Benefits / Incentives:
- Starting $18.00/hr - $2.00 wage differential for Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification.
- Paid orientation and trainings.
- Generous time-off package.
- Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans.
- 403(B)-retirement plan, with employer matching.
- Long-term disability benefits; paid life insurance.
- Advancement opportunities; tuition assistance; and several more benefit options.
Schedule:
Flexible Hours
- May include weekend hours
- Outreach Services throughout Frankling County, MA; Greenfield and surrounding areas
ServiceNet is a non-profit agency supporting people with mental health challenges, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, homelessness, and more. We offer great benefits, room to grow, and plenty of rewarding opportunities. We’d love for you to join us!
At ServiceNet, you will make a real difference. Whether you’re working in residential direct care, clinical care, peer support, or other valuable roles, you’ll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to supporting our community.
And with over 3,000 employees and over 100 programs across western Massachusetts, we’re confident there’s a role that’s the right fit for you.