Mental Health Counselor - Residential Program

Walden Behavioral Care • Dedham, MA

14h • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Counselor provides direct patient care to adolescents and adults in a 24-hour residential treatment program, under the supervision of clinical staff and the program director. The role supports a safe, therapeutic milieu and helps residents participate in treatment and daily unit activities. The posted part-time schedule is 24 hours per week with rotating weekends; an overnight shift is available from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Pay is $19.00–$23.00 per hour, depending on education and experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• CPR certification.
• Knowledge of psychiatric group processes, therapeutic relationship processes, 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 in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field preferred.
• Two years of office experience in a health-related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and therapeutic milieu by monitoring residents and redirecting behaviors.
• Assist residents with admission, including bag searches, required paperwork, and orientation to the unit.
• Establish therapeutic relationships and provide resident care in accordance with Walden policies, philosophies, and objectives.
• Observe residents and document daily resident notes accurately and thoroughly.
• Supervise meals and snacks and redirect residents as needed.
• Prepare adolescent snacks and meals precisely.
• Provide supervision and guidance as adult residents prepare meals.
• Participate in community meetings, group therapies, education, and social activities on the unit.
• Help facilitate group therapy sessions, including DBT, CBT, and Body Image groups.
• Communicate effectively with residents’ treatment teams to support quality care.
• Conduct daily resident weigh-ins.
• Complete call assignments designated by clinical staff.
• Administer Columbia risk assessments, monitor resident safety, and complete safety documentation.
• Model therapeutic eating habits by completing provided program meals and snacks during the shift, in accordance with the company’s nutrition philosophy.
• Participate in weekly to biweekly staff meetings for professional growth and treatment-team cohesion.
• Recognize and address residents’ psychosocial, physical, developmental, spiritual, and cultural needs as appropriate.
• Maintain working knowledge of the facility’s fire, disaster, and infection-control programs.
• Follow organizational policies and procedures, including those concerning schedules, attendance, and time off.
• Communicate tactfully and respectfully with patients, families, coworkers, and others.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient records and communications.
• Uphold the mission, values, and philosophy of Monte Nido & Affiliates.
• Recommend quality or process improvement initiatives.
• In an emergency or declared state of emergency, remain on site as part of the emergency team until the emergency has ended, if required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED