BTST Services
Mental Health PRP Counselor (Part-Time) - Adult Clients
BTST Services, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Mental Health PRP Counselor (Part-Time) - Adult Clients
Position Overview
Responsible for assessing clients’ needs and capabilities, providing supported living services, supportive counseling, skill enhancement, and crisis intervention to facilitate progress toward rehabilitation plan goals and integration into community life. The PRP Direct Care Counselor works in community, home, and office‑based settings with individuals (youth and adults) suffering from mental health challenges. Services provided are individualized and based upon a detailed client needs assessment. As a PRP Direct Care Counselor, you will be able to continue your career path in the Social and Human Services field.
Responsibilities
Provide a minimum of 4‑6 direct service sessions per client per month as planned by the rehabilitation team (PRP worker and Rehab Specialist) and client.
Develop and implement a treatment plan (IRP) with the client every 3‑6 months.
Help clients resolve problems, identify resources, and make effective use of resources.
Teach clients independence and self‑advocacy.
Perform crisis intervention and assistance as necessary.
Maintain client charts and documentation of all services in a manner consistent with agency policies and COMAR regulations.
Perform administrative tasks as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Expectations
Attend monthly meeting with supervisor or as needed.
Attend and participate in trainings, including monthly PRP Team Meeting.
Research and provide resources to your clients.
Participate in on‑site/off‑site agency‑led groups/events at least once monthly.
Notify supervisor of all crisis situations to help with decision making.
What You Need
Ability to communicate with compassion and empathy.
A passion for making an impact on the lives of those who need it.
Excellent written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills.
Sensitivity to and understanding of cultural diversity and the special needs population.
A degree in a health‑related field or 30 hours toward a health‑related field.
OR One year of direct care experience in a supervised mental health setting and responsible for implementing activities outlined in minor IRPs.
Perks for Part‑Time Employees
Partnerships with select colleges/universities (tuition discounts, scholarships, etc.).
Sick and Safe Leave.
Referral Program.
Flexible Schedule.
Other Information
Seniority level: Entry level.
Employment type: Part‑time.
Job function: Health Care Provider.
Industry: Mental Health Care.
EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or genetic information. Applicants with disabilities that require accommodation or assistance for a position, please contact us directly at hr@btstservices.com.
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Responsible for assessing clients’ needs and capabilities, providing supported living services, supportive counseling, skill enhancement, and crisis intervention to facilitate progress toward rehabilitation plan goals and integration into community life. The PRP Direct Care Counselor works in community, home, and office‑based settings with individuals (youth and adults) suffering from mental health challenges. Services provided are individualized and based upon a detailed client needs assessment. As a PRP Direct Care Counselor, you will be able to continue your career path in the Social and Human Services field.
Responsibilities
Provide a minimum of 4‑6 direct service sessions per client per month as planned by the rehabilitation team (PRP worker and Rehab Specialist) and client.
Develop and implement a treatment plan (IRP) with the client every 3‑6 months.
Help clients resolve problems, identify resources, and make effective use of resources.
Teach clients independence and self‑advocacy.
Perform crisis intervention and assistance as necessary.
Maintain client charts and documentation of all services in a manner consistent with agency policies and COMAR regulations.
Perform administrative tasks as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Expectations
Attend monthly meeting with supervisor or as needed.
Attend and participate in trainings, including monthly PRP Team Meeting.
Research and provide resources to your clients.
Participate in on‑site/off‑site agency‑led groups/events at least once monthly.
Notify supervisor of all crisis situations to help with decision making.
What You Need
Ability to communicate with compassion and empathy.
A passion for making an impact on the lives of those who need it.
Excellent written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills.
Sensitivity to and understanding of cultural diversity and the special needs population.
A degree in a health‑related field or 30 hours toward a health‑related field.
OR One year of direct care experience in a supervised mental health setting and responsible for implementing activities outlined in minor IRPs.
Perks for Part‑Time Employees
Partnerships with select colleges/universities (tuition discounts, scholarships, etc.).
Sick and Safe Leave.
Referral Program.
Flexible Schedule.
Other Information
Seniority level: Entry level.
Employment type: Part‑time.
Job function: Health Care Provider.
Industry: Mental Health Care.
EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or genetic information. Applicants with disabilities that require accommodation or assistance for a position, please contact us directly at hr@btstservices.com.
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