Job Description
LanceSoft is seeking a travel Mental Health Senior for a travel job in Lawrence, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Mental Health
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 04/27/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 32 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description:
Job Title: Mental Health Counselor (Psychiatric)
Location: Lawrence, MA 01840
Start Date: April 27, 2026
Duration: 13 weeks (Possible extension)
Shift: Day shift, 8-hour (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
Hours/Week: 32 guaranteed (72 biweekly)
On Call: None
Weekend Coverage: Rotating schedule (Week 1: Sun/Tues/Wed/Fri; Week 2: Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat)
Role Overview:
- Provide direct and indirect patient care in a Crisis Stabilization Unit.
- Ensure a safe, therapeutic environment that promotes recovery and treatment.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (RNs, psychiatrists, therapists, case managers).
- Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Monitoring patient safety and valuables during intake.
- Conducting one-on-one client contact, family conferences, and care coordination.
- Supporting crisis prevention planning and discharge planning.
- Leading or co-leading psycho-educational groups.
- Documenting patient symptoms, reactions, and safety status.
- Assisting with milieu safety, meal prep, and light housekeeping.
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field required.
- Experience: 3+ years preferred; leadership experience a plus.
- Certifications: BLS required.
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Other:
- Must demonstrate positive demeanor, adaptability, and strong communication skills.
- Must be in good standing with BILH if previously employed.
- HWL coversheet required at submission.
- Local candidates preferred.
About LanceSoft
Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we’re 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Medical benefits