10 Mental Health jobs in Westwego

Mental Health Associate/Mental Health Tech - Behavioral Health-Nights

70070 Luling, Louisiana Ochsner Health

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**We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate,** **and innovate. We believe** **that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.**
**At Ochsner, whether you work with patients** **every day** **or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!**
This job performs delegated nursing care responsibilities to Adult/Geriatric/Medical
Psychiatric patients within the scope of guideline set forth by the physicians, treatment team, and other clinical Staff in accordance with Unit/Hospital policies and procedures, and local, state, federal, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards and requirements to provide efficient individualized care.
**Education**
Required - Bachelor's degree in psychology or sociology or related field.
**Work Experience**
Preferred - Prior experience in psychiatry.
**Certifications**
Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).
**Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)**
+ Working knowledge of medical terminology.
+ Ability to file alphabetically and numerically, legible handwriting, spelling/grammar aptitude.
+ Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively care for debilitated and/or demented patients who require total care.
+ Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
+ Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
+ Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
+ Organizing and prioritizing skills.
+ Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
**Job Duties**
+ Provides care and support services for assigned patients.
+ Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, and educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
+ Completes documentation of patient related tasks.
+ Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
+ Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
+ Performs other related duties as required.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
**Physical and Environmental Demands**
The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
**Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!**
**_Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website._**
_Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position_ _: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington,_ _and Washington D.C._
**_Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at (select option 1) or_** ** ** **_. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications._**
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Mental Health Tech/Mental Health Associate - Behavioral Health- Nights

70070 Luling, Louisiana Ochsner Health

Posted 1 day ago

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**We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate,** **and innovate. We believe** **that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.**
**At Ochsner, whether you work with patients** **every day** **or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!**
This job performs delegated nursing care responsibilities to Adult/Geriatric/Medical
Psychiatric patients within the scope of guideline set forth by the physicians, treatment team, and other clinical Staff in accordance with Unit/Hospital policies and procedures, and local, state, federal, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards and requirements to provide efficient individualized care.
**Education**
Required - Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Sociology or related field
**Work Experience**
Required - Experience working with various computer applications (word processing, spreadsheet application and data base applications).
Experience working with and maintaining confidential information.
Experience with medical terminology.
Experience filing-alphabetically and numerically with legible handwriting and spelling/grammar aptitude.
Preferred- Prior experience in Psychiatry
**Certifications**
Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
**Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)**
+ Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
+ Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process
+ Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard
+ Good interpersonal skills
**Job Duties**
- Assumes responsibility and is accountable for caring for a number of assigned patients under the direction of the primary nurse.
- Facilitates addiction classes, relaxation groups and other activity therapies.
- Verbally and in writing, communicates pertinent observations about patients and family's status and behavior to other team members.
- Direct concerns about improvement of unit policies or milieu structure to appropriate people.
Actively seeks solutions to problems.
- Provides Care Based on Physical, Psycho/Social, And Educational, Safety and Related Criteria, Appropriate to the Ages of Patients, Served in Assigned Areas.
- Provides safe therapeutic use of restraints/crisis intervention, assisting patients in keeping environment clean and orderly when needed.
- Completes documentation of patient related tasks.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
**Physical and Environmental Demands**
The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
**Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!**
**_Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website._**
_Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position_ _: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington,_ _and Washington D.C._
**_Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at (select option 1) or_** ** ** **_. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications._**
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Mental Health Tech/Mental Health Associate - Behavioral Health-Days

70070 Luling, Louisiana Ochsner Health

Posted 1 day ago

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Job Description

**We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate,** **and innovate. We believe** **that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.**
**At Ochsner, whether you work with patients** **every day** **or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!**
This job performs delegated nursing care responsibilities to Adult/Geriatric/Medical
Psychiatric patients within the scope of guideline set forth by the physicians, treatment team, and other clinical Staff in accordance with Unit/Hospital policies and procedures, and local, state, federal, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards and requirements to provide efficient individualized care.
**Education**
Required - Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Sociology or related field
**Work Experience**
Required - Experience working with various computer applications (word processing, spreadsheet application and data base applications).
Experience working with and maintaining confidential information.
Experience with medical terminology.
Experience filing-alphabetically and numerically with legible handwriting and spelling/grammar aptitude.
Preferred- Prior experience in Psychiatry
**Certifications**
Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
**Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)**
+ Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
+ Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process
+ Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard
+ Good interpersonal skills
**Job Duties**
- Assumes responsibility and is accountable for caring for a number of assigned patients under the direction of the primary nurse.
- Facilitates addiction classes, relaxation groups and other activity therapies.
- Verbally and in writing, communicates pertinent observations about patients and family's status and behavior to other team members.
- Direct concerns about improvement of unit policies or milieu structure to appropriate people.
Actively seeks solutions to problems.
- Provides Care Based on Physical, Psycho/Social, And Educational, Safety and Related Criteria, Appropriate to the Ages of Patients, Served in Assigned Areas.
- Provides safe therapeutic use of restraints/crisis intervention, assisting patients in keeping environment clean and orderly when needed.
- Completes documentation of patient related tasks.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
**Physical and Environmental Demands**
The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
**Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!**
**_Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website._**
_Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position_ _: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington,_ _and Washington D.C._
**_Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at (select option 1) or_** ** ** **_. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications._**
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Licensed Mental Health Therapist - Alaska

70123 New Orleans, Louisiana Headlight

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Join a team that’s transforming mental healthcare. Founded by psychiatrists, Headlight is more than a company: it’s a movement. A movement that exists on the front lines of the mental health crisis, transforming the way people access care and the way clinicians deliver it. In order to help people in their time of need and ensure that every person who comes to us has options, we are transparent about our capabilities, treatments, and coverage, we champion innovation, and we leverage our rich data to continuously implement better ways of delivering care. Our mission is simple but powerful: Improving lives, one session at a time. Our clinicians chose Headlight because…
  • Clinician Led Expertise : Headlight was founded and led by clinicians. Our Clinical Leadership team is at the forefront of every decision we make. 
  • Admin Work on Autopilot: We handle insurance, billing, and marketing so you can focus on what you love – seeing clients. 
  • Innovative Technology: Our Clinicians save 3-6 hours a week on documentation by using new technologies like Blueprint AI and Connective Health. 
  • Competitive Benefits: We provide industry-leading benefits, sick leave, 401(k) contributions, and more. 
  • Clinical Support: Consult with our Clinical Consult Groups or schedule case consultations with our leading clinician. 
  • Clinical Autonomy: You have the autonomy to make decisions about patient care and treatment while having the backing and guidance of our experienced Executive Therapists and Psychiatrists for case consultations. 
  • Collaborative Teams: Be a part of a collaborative team environment and a supportive community. Our clinicians are separated into small teams of 10 to 12, with a licensed clinical lead for assistance. You’re never alone in your journey. 
Our values
  • Deliver Excellent Service: We’re determined to deliver world-class care to our clients. We build long-lasting relationships because we’re intentional about the details of our delivery and quality of care. 
  • Make Mental Health More Accessible: Accessing mental health treatment shouldn’t be as hard as it is. We remove the barriers and simplify the process because it means our clients get the help they need, when they need it. 
  • Intentionally Listen: Communicate with empathy. We value deep understandings that create a healthy environment of collaboration, feedback and support. 
  • Learn and Grow: Every day is an opportunity to do better. We want to learn and grow. Our curiosity fuels our desire to improve our practice and process. As we learn and grow, we can help more people – which is what we’re all about. 
  • Communal Care: We help each other be the best by creating a culture of empathy, respect, growth and balance. 
Roles and Responsibilities
  • Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients
  • Diagnose and treat mental health disorders
  • Create individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances
  • Meet with patients regularly to provide counseling, treatment and adjust treatment plans as necessary
  • Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress
  • Involve and advise family members when appropriate
  • Plan outreach and referral activities in surrounding communities 
Qualifications
  • Master’s Level Degree or higher (Required) in related fields
  • Full, unencumbered LMFT, LCSW, LMFT or Psychologist license (license based on office location). Applicants without a valid, active license will not be considered. We are currently not hiring associate/intern level therapists.
  • 2+ years' experience with providing diagnostic assessment and therapy services
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus, but not required
  • Maintain professional licensure and/or certification throughout employment with this agency 
  • Ability to work as a team member and cooperatively 
  • Superb organizational skills 
  • Ability to guide, direct, or influence people 
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills 
  • Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and their families
  • Electronic Health Record (EHR) Proficiency: Must have demonstrated experience in utilizing electronic health record systems efficiently to manage patient data, document clinical information, and access patient histories. Familiarity with NextGen is highly desirable.
  • Computer Skills: Strong computer literacy with proficiency in a range of software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations. Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and troubleshoot common issues.
Benefits
  • W-2 role with medical, dental and vision effective on the first of the month after employment
  • Base Salary and monthly Bonus based on billed hours
  • CEU support which includes earned CEU days and CEU reimbursements
  • Vacation, Sick, Holiday
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential counseling services, resources, and support to help you navigate personal or professional challenges. 
  • 401(k) plan with company contribution
  • Credentialing Support, Training and Development Opportunities, Growth Opportunities
  • Convenient work from home or hybrid options
  • Flexible schedule
The above compensation represents our total yearly compensation. Total yearly compensation is equal to our base salary of $90,000 plus Headlight's monthly billed hour bonus.- Total Yearly Compensation at 25 billed hours- $14,000 - Total Yearly Compensation at 27 billed hours- $ 23,280 - Total Yearly Compensation at 30 billed hours- $ 37,200 Not meeting all the requirements? Research indicates that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. If you're enthusiastic about this position but your previous experience doesn't precisely match every qualification listed, we enthusiastically encourage you to submit your application. You could be the ideal candidate for this role or others!
Headlight is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and seeks to create a working environment reflective of this commitment. We seek to provide a diverse clinician base to support the diversity of our clients. Headlight supports and respects diversity of people, culture, and ideas throughout our organization. Headlight thrives to be a welcoming, diverse and discrimination- and harassment-free workplace.
By applying for this position, you consent to receive future communications from Headlight via email or text regarding this application and related employment opportunities. You may opt-out at anytime by contacting us directly.
Job Postings on Indeed and other job boards may post with total compensation (base + bonus). For the exact base salary range please check our website or our job-site
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