Psychosocial Counselor
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Last updated on 03 Dec 2025
Overview
A Psychosocial Counselor in the healthcare sector offers emotional, psychological, and social support to patients dealing with medical conditions or trauma. They work closely with healthcare teams to understand patient needs and create supportive care plans. Their role is essential in managing stress, anxiety, and emotional distress that often accompany physical illness. These professionals ensure patients and families cope better during challenging health journeys. They contribute to holistic care by addressing mental and emotional well-being alongside physical health.
Job Description
- Provide one-on-one and group counseling sessions to patients facing mental health or emotional challenges due to illness or hospitalization.
- Assess psychosocial needs of patients through interviews, observations, and collaboration with medical staff.
- Develop personalized coping strategies and support plans tailored to each patient's condition and circumstances.
- Offer crisis intervention and grief counseling for patients and families in distress or critical conditions.
- Educate patients and families about mental health resources and available community support services.
- Maintain accurate documentation of counseling sessions and progress reports while adhering to confidentiality standards.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care.
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