Mental Health Counselor I

• UPMC is hiring a full-time Mental Health Counselor I for Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough in White Oak, PA.
• The role involves providing and coordinating counseling and casework services within the MH Residential Programs, and assisting individuals with daily living, financial, socialization, mobility, and survival skills.
• The position supports the Long Run Road Personal Care Home, an 18-bed facility for adults with mental illness.
• Ideal candidates should be supportive, proficient in administering medications, thorough in completing assignments, and reliable in covering shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• The shifts for this position are Saturday 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Sunday 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Monday 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Tuesday 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $3,500!

Responsibilities

· Working at various sites and familiarizing with orientation binders. · Working independently under stress without imposing personal beliefs. · Staying calm and supportive in emergencies. · Establishing effective relationships with consumers and meeting weekly to discuss progress and goals. · Providing education, guidance, and crisis intervention. · Assessing and documenting consumer functioning, developing service plans, and completing required documentation. · Being flexible with work schedules and staying awake during shifts. · Providing quality services regardless of consumer issues. · Assisting with medical appointments, financial assistance, daily living skills, and public transportation. · Orienting consumers to the community and educating on emergency procedures. · Teaching social skills and encouraging recreational activities. · Communicating with the treatment team and attending relevant meetings. · Acting as a liaison to service providers as per the consumer's service plan.

· High School diploma or equivalent with (1) year related experience · Driving is an essential job responsibility; therefore, must possess a valid PA driver's license and grant MYCS authorization to initiate a Driver History Review including the state Motor Vehicle Driving Record (MVR). MVR must meet the required agency standards. Incumbent must be accepted by agency insurance. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: · Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) · Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC) · Driver's License · Act 34 with renewal · OAPSA UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran