Mental Health Counselor

AgeSpan

Formerly Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley / North Shore

About Us : Since 1974 our agency has strived towards supporting an individual's desire to make their own decisions, secure their independence and remain living independently in the community.

We are proud of our employees who make this possible every day. Our agency is a thought-leader, a nationally known generator of new ideas, because it welcomes creativity, your ideas.

It is an outstanding place to work stimulating, friendly, collaborative. We offer competitive salaries, generous vacation time, and an excellent work / life balance.

We value diversity and encourage career growth. If you have a passion for improving the lives of the elderly community and enjoy working in a diverse team driven by its mission, you've found the right place!

At AgeSpan, you'll find a work environment that combines :

• A refreshing culture that is supportive, collaborative, and encouraging of diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
• A focus on innovation with a team recognized for developing and implementing innovative programs and novel solutions.
• Encouragement of your development through opportunities to get involved, use your voice, and gain new knowledge and skills.
• A satisfying balance between your work and personal life, including a flexible workplace, generous paid time off, and wellness programs.

Depending on your role and your hours, we offer

• Flexible schedule and hybrid work opportunities
• Competitive salaries
• Healthcare (medical, dental)
• 403b Retirement Plan with agency match
• 20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, and 12 Paid Holidays
• Social Work Licensing Program
• License Renewal Paid by agency for RN's and Social Workers
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free parking
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Remission Program
• Agency subsidized gym membership (on-site in Lawrence)
• Commitment to promoting within

Position Responsibilities : The Mental Health Counselor works within an interdisciplinary team to provide behavioral health evaluation and initial intervention services to older adults in the North Shore and Merrimack Valley region of Massachusetts.

The Mental Health Counselor works cooperatively with the Aging network to bridge identified gaps in services for older adults that may be impacting mental and emotional well-being and functional independence.

• Essential Functions : (Core duties or tasks that are fundamental and not marginal to the performance of the job)
• Conduct home visits to high-risk elders in AgeSpan catchment area with behavioral health issues.
• Use evidence-based screening and intervention tools and practices to conduct assessment of an older adult's physical, social, emotional and environmental status to support development of a brief intervention plan aimed at symptom reduction and stabilization.
• Arrange for crisis intervention services when necessary.
• Collaborate with and refer to other agency departments to address the needs of at-risk consumers.
• Refer to outside agencies and outpatient providers such as regional CBHC programs and primary care physicians for ongoing treatment and follow up.
• Complete and maintain documentation related to intervention plan.
• Attend and participate in team and general staff meetings and supervision as scheduled.
• Participate in in-service training, courses and workshops to maintain professional expertise and develop additional skills.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new staff members as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in human services with 3-5 years of experience in social work or a related field required.

Master's degree in social work, counseling or related field preferred. Experience working with older adults strongly preferred.

Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills required. Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation required as field work is an essential component of the position.

Hours : 37.5hrs

AA / EOE

AgeSpan is strongly committed to fostering a professional environment that recognizes, respects, and encourages the unique contributions of a broad spectrum of qualified employees.

It is important that our employees reflect the diverse communities we serve. We maintain a work atmosphere that allows people of varied backgrounds to grow professionally and contribute to our mission by promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and work-life balance.

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