Residential Mental Health Counselor - Overnight Support

Walden Behavioral Care; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

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 run by Monte Nido Walden. This part-time role offers 24 hours per week with rotating weekends and an overnight shift option (11:00pm–7:30am).

Pay ranges from $19.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending on education and experience. The position requires a high school diploma (Bachelor’s preferred), CPR certification, and 2 years of

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's in Psychology or related field preferred.
• Two years of office experience in a health-related field preferred.
• CPR Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and therapeutic milieu by monitoring residents and redirecting behaviors.
• Assist residents through admission processes and orient new patients to the unit.
• Establish therapeutic relationships and provide resident care according to Walden policies.
• Document daily resident notes accurately and thoroughly.
• Supervise meals and assist in meal preparation for adolescents and adults.
• Participate in group therapies and community meetings on the unit.
• Communicate with treatment teams to ensure high-quality resident care.
• Conduct daily resident weigh-ins and complete safety documentation.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

Crisis management

Documentation

Group therapy

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology

High School diploma

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 run by Monte Nido Walden. This part-time role offers 24 hours per week with rotating weekends and an overnight shift option (11:00pm–7:30am).

Pay ranges from $19.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending on education and experience. The position requires a high school diploma (Bachelor’s preferred), CPR certification, and 2 years of