Logo
UPMC

Mental Health Counselor I

UPMC, White Oak, Pennsylvania, United States

Save Job

Join to apply for the

Mental Health Counselor I

role at

UPMC 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the

Mental Health Counselor I

role at

UPMC 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 Seniority level

Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

Job function Other Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at UPMC by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Mental Health Counselor” roles.

Family Based Therapist/Mental Health Professional

Family Therapist Master’s Level, Family Based Mental Health OCD Specialty

Pittsburgh, PA $53,000.00-$57,000.00 4 months ago Therapist (Mental Health Professional/Counselor)

Pittsburgh, PA $51,000.00-$55,000.00 1 week ago Therapist (Parents And Children Together, PACT) (SIGN ON BONUS)

LGBTQIA+ Affirming Pre-Licensed Therapist (LSW, LAPC, LAMFT) | Built-In Business Mentorship Model (Fully Remote)

Family Based Mental Health Clinician / Behavioral Health Counselor / Child & Family Counselor

Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Counselor (1099 Contract Worker)

Mobile Therapist School & Community Based

Outpatient Therapist/School Based Mental Health Therapist Intern

LGBTQIA+ Affirming Pre-Licensed Therapist (LSW, LAPC, LAMFT) | Built-In Business Mentorship Model (East End Office or Hybrid)

Therapist Part-time (Pittsburgh Partial Hospital)

Classroom Therapist II Job – Friendship Academy

Outpatient Mental Health Therapist Fully Licensed LPC LCSW LMFT

Wexford, PA $67,000.00-$113,000.00 1 month ago Therapist (Day School/Partial Hospital Pittsburgh)

LGBTQIA+ Affirming Pre-Licensed Therapist (LSW, LAPC, LAMFT) | Built-In Business Mentorship Model (Outside of Pittsburgh)

Mental Health IOP Clinician (Evenings) * Chapel Harbor Dr., Pittsburgh PA

Pittsburgh, PA $75,000.00-$125,000.00 16 hours ago Child and Adolescent Therapist - Washington

Community Based Therapist ($2,000 Incentive)

Pittsburgh, PA $47,000.00-$49,000.00 1 month ago Licensed School Based Mental Health Therapist

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr