Mental Health Counselor - Kolkata, India - Gear Inc.

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Diagnosis:
• Conduct thorough assessments and evaluations of clients' mental health and emotional concerns.
• Able to support various psychological interventions such as CBT, ACT, Humanistic etc.
• Collaborate with clients to identify their unique challenges and treatment goals.
• Counseling and Therapy:
• Provide individual, couples, family, or group counseling sessions to address clients' psychological and emotional issues.
• Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to each client's needs, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
• Facilitate sessions to help clients gain insight, develop coping skills, and improve their overall mental health.
• Crisis Intervention:
• Offer immediate support and intervention for clients in crisis situations, such as those experiencing suicidal thoughts or acute emotional distress.
• Collaborate with emergency services and medical professionals as needed to ensure clients' safety.
• Client Advocacy and Support:
• Promote workplace wellbeing and sensitize mental health in the workplace through communication materials and activities.
• Advocate for clients' rights and well-being within legal and ethical boundaries.
• Connect clients with community resources, support groups, or additional services to enhance their support network.
• Progress Monitoring and Documentation:
• Regularly assess clients' progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, and treatment plans.
• Generate reports as required.
• Education and Prevention:
• Conduct workshops, seminars, and psychoeducational programs to raise awareness about mental health issues and preventive strategies.
• Promote mental health and well-being through outreach and community engagement.
• Ethical and Legal Compliance:
• Adhere to professional codes of ethics and legal regulations governing mental health counseling.
• Ensure client confidentiality and informed consent are maintained at all times.
• Other
• Able to work during Indian Public Holidays as requested.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Master's degree or higher in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Must have experience in the corporate setting.
• State licensure or certification as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or equivalent, as required by the state of practice.
• Strong knowledge of counseling theories, therapeutic techniques, and ethical standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Empathetic and non-judgmental approach to counseling.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse clients and create a safe and trusting therapeutic environment.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity to clients' diverse backgrounds and experiences.