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Mental Health Outreach Counselor

ServiceNet
place Amherst, 01004
local_atm $18 - $20/Hour
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Medication Management
ECT
Pharmacotherapy
Individuals
Peer Support

About Job

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Benefits:



401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Outreach Counselor

Mental Health Recovery Division (MHRS) - Outreach Service

Location: Hampshire County Fulltime

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: Bachelors degree preferred.

High School Diploma / GED required

Experience working with people in mental health recovery.

Vehicle, valid drivers 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: Tuesday- Saturday 9am-5pm

Flexible Hours

May include weekend hours

Outreach Services throughout Hampshire County, MA; Amherst, Belchertown, Ware, Granby, and surrounding areas



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ServiceNet is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.



Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour



At ServiceNet, you will make a real difference. Whether youre working in residential direct care, clinical care, peer support, or other valuable roles, youll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to supporting our community.



And with over 1,500 employees and 100 programs across western Massachusetts, were confident theres a role thats the right fit for you.



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. Wed love for you to join us!



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Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Medication Management

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT
Pharmacotherapy

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Peer Support
Victims of Crime/Abuse (VOC/VOA)
Aviation/Transportation
Intellectual Disabilities/Dev. Disabilities

Settings

Residential
Faith-based organizations
In-patient Non-Psychiatric
In-patient Psychiatric
Milieu
Nursing Home
Home Health/In-home
Long-Term Structured Residences
Military