Residential Mental Health Counselor -FT

Walden Behavioral Care•Dedham, MA

23h•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Counselor provides direct patient care to adolescents and adults at Walden Behavioral Care’s 24-hour residential program in Dedham, Massachusetts. The role works under the supervision of clinical staff and the program director, supporting a safe and therapeutic environment and providing care consistent with Walden’s policies, philosophies, and objectives. Full-time day, evening, and night shifts are available; rotating weekends are included.

Requirements

High school diploma.
CPR certification.
Knowledge of psychiatric group processes, therapeutic relationships, age-specific growth and development, limit setting, behavior management, and crisis management involving aggressive behaviors.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Attention to detail and ability to prioritize independently.
Ability to multitask in a changing, fast-paced mental health environment.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and therapeutic milieu by monitoring residents and redirecting them as needed.
Assist residents through admission, including bag searches, required paperwork, and orientation to the unit.
Establish therapeutic relationships with residents and provide care consistent with Walden policies, philosophies, and objectives.
Observe residents and accurately and thoroughly document daily resident information.
Supervise meals and snacks, provide redirection, and support resident food preparation as described in the posting.
Participate in community meetings, group therapies, education, and social activities.
Help facilitate group therapy sessions, including modalities such as DBT and CBT and topics such as body image.
Communicate effectively with residents’ treatment teams to support quality care.
Conduct daily resident weigh-ins.
Complete call assignments as designated by clinical staff.
Administer Columbia risk assessments, monitor resident safety, and complete safety documentation.
Model therapeutic eating habits by completing program meals and snacks provided during the shift, in alignment with the company’s nutrition philosophy.