Addiction Mental Health Assessor jobs in New Iberia, LA

Overview:
New Approaches Mental Health Services (NAMHS) is seeking full-time and part-time Mental Health Professionals/ Mental Health Specialists to work with clients and their families in Iberia, St. Martin, St. Landry, Lafayette, St. Mary, and Vermilion Parishes. MHPs/MHSs work with clients providing psychosocial rehabilitation and therapy relating to the client's diagnosis. Potential candidates must be driven, able to work independently, flexible, willing to work evenings and weekends, and willing to travel. A Masters or Bachelors degree in Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, or Social Work is required. RELIABLE transportation is required for this position. Must be able to pass background check and drug test.

Please follow us on Facebook at @newapproachesmhs, Twitter at @NAMHS_, and Instagram at @newapproachesmhs to learn more about our company!

Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in a hospital or mental health setting is preferred
- Knowledge of direct support techniques for individuals with mental health challenges
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information
- Experience working with children is a plus
- Ability to effectively communicate and build rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• A degree is required in the following fields to be considered for employment: psychology, sociology, counseling, or social work. Do you meet degree requirements? If so, please continue with application.

Education: (required)

• Bachelor's (MHP)
• Master’s (MHS)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Please note that all positions at our organization are paid, including internship positions.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• New Iberia, LA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person