Residential Mental Health Counselor - Full-Time with Benefits

Monte Nido; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and

Short-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Walden Behavioral Care in Dedham, MA is seeking a Mental Health Counselor to provide direct patient care to adolescents and adults in a 24-hour level of care facility, under supervision of clinical staff and program director.

The role includes facilitating group therapies, supporting admissions, documenting progress, and coordinating with treatment teams to ensure high-quality resident care. Education: High School diploma or Bachelor's in Psychology or related field; CPR certification required.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize independently.
• Ability to multi-task in a changing and fast paced mental health environment.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative, team environment.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and therapeutic milieu by monitoring residents and redirecting.
• Assist residents through the admission process, including bag searches and paperwork.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with residents and provide care per Walden policies.
• Observe and document daily resident progress.
• Facilitate group therapies such as DBT, CBT, Body Image and related sessions.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or related field

High School diploma

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Walden Behavioral Care in Dedham, MA is seeking a Mental Health Counselor to provide direct patient care to adolescents and adults in a 24-hour level of care facility, under supervision of clinical staff and program director.

The role includes facilitating group therapies, supporting admissions, documenting progress, and coordinating with treatment teams to ensure high-quality resident care. Education: High School diploma or Bachelor's in Psychology or related field; CPR certification required.