Mental Health Counselor (MHC) - Adult Psych - Day Shift
Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center, Virginia Beach, VA, United States
Mental Health Counselor (MHC) Opportunity
Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center is a 100-bed acute care inpatient behavioral health facility dedicated to serving adults with diverse and complex mental health needs. Our programs provide specialized care for older adults, individuals living with chronic mental illness, and those in need of substance abuse treatment and medical detoxification. Through evidence‑based practices and compassionate, patient‑centered care, we support individuals on their path to stabilization, recovery, and long‑term wellness.
Responsibilities
Be a steady, supportive presence in patients’ daily lives—guiding them through meals, activities, and programming while helping create a structured, engaging environment where they can thrive.
Stay one step ahead to keep everyone safe—using awareness, quick thinking, and sound judgement to anticipate challenges and calmly de‑escalate situations.
Build genuine, trust‑based relationships through positive communication, active listening, and consistent encouragement of healthy behaviors and boundaries.
Partner with Clinical and Admissions teams to support screenings and assessments, playing an important role in each patient’s care journey from the very start.
Champion patient dignity and independence by supporting daily living needs and empowering individuals to build confidence and take meaningful steps forward.
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in Psychology, Human Services, Sociology, Counseling, or a related behavioral science field.
Associate’s degree in Psychology, Human Services, Sociology, Counseling, or a related behavioral science field and one year of direct care experience working with adult psychiatric or chemical dependency clients.
High School/GED Diploma and three years of direct care experience working with adult psychiatric or chemical dependency clients.
Must be 21+ years of age.
Valid driver’s license required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to succeed in a fast‑paced work environment.
Benefits
Challenging and rewarding work environment.
Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans.
401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan.
SoFi student loan refinancing program.
Tuition saving to continue your education with Chamberlain University.
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries.
Pet insurance.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center is a 100-bed acute care inpatient behavioral health facility dedicated to serving adults with diverse and complex mental health needs. Our programs provide specialized care for older adults, individuals living with chronic mental illness, and those in need of substance abuse treatment and medical detoxification. Through evidence‑based practices and compassionate, patient‑centered care, we support individuals on their path to stabilization, recovery, and long‑term wellness.
Responsibilities
Be a steady, supportive presence in patients’ daily lives—guiding them through meals, activities, and programming while helping create a structured, engaging environment where they can thrive.
Stay one step ahead to keep everyone safe—using awareness, quick thinking, and sound judgement to anticipate challenges and calmly de‑escalate situations.
Build genuine, trust‑based relationships through positive communication, active listening, and consistent encouragement of healthy behaviors and boundaries.
Partner with Clinical and Admissions teams to support screenings and assessments, playing an important role in each patient’s care journey from the very start.
Champion patient dignity and independence by supporting daily living needs and empowering individuals to build confidence and take meaningful steps forward.
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in Psychology, Human Services, Sociology, Counseling, or a related behavioral science field.
Associate’s degree in Psychology, Human Services, Sociology, Counseling, or a related behavioral science field and one year of direct care experience working with adult psychiatric or chemical dependency clients.
High School/GED Diploma and three years of direct care experience working with adult psychiatric or chemical dependency clients.
Must be 21+ years of age.
Valid driver’s license required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to succeed in a fast‑paced work environment.
Benefits
Challenging and rewarding work environment.
Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans.
401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan.
SoFi student loan refinancing program.
Tuition saving to continue your education with Chamberlain University.
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries.
Pet insurance.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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