Mental Health Counselor- Summer Recreation

Town of Cohasset • Cohasset, MA

16d • $75 - $75 • Onsite

About The Position

The T own of Cohasset is seeking a part-time summer program mental health counselor in the r ecreation d epartment . Reporting to the Town’s Recreation Director, the R ecreation P rogram Mental Health Counselor is a seasonal position available at our Cohasset R ecreation S ummer P layground c ampus located in Cohasset, MA. 2026 Summer Program Dates Monday, June 29 th through Friday, August 7 Session 1 June 29 th through July 17 th – Mon-Fri Session 2 July 20 th through August 7 th – Mon-Fri Orientation Mandatory – week of June 22 nd Description of responsibilities: Oversees the mental health and wellness of 400-500 campers each day (ages 4 to 14/ co-ed) and up to 100 staff members and volunteers. Communicates with parents/guardians concerning any issues and oversees any specific situations .

Requirements

• LICSW or LMHC
• Experience with children and young adults is required, camp experience is preferred.
• Good character, integrity , and adaptability are necessary
• The desire to work in a camp-like community is necessary.
• 2 to 3 years of counseling experience working with children
• Licensed as an Independent Clinical Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Provide proof of current license and professional malpractice insurance
• The ability to provide guidance, supervision, and engage with children enthusiastically is
• Ability to assist campers with emotional dysregulation, assist counselors with managing more challenging interpersonal situations and overall help keep an emotionally stable atmosphere at camp.
• Must be able to communicate with parents when necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are a must

Nice To Haves

• camp experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversees the mental health and wellness of 400-500 campers each day (ages 4 to 14/ co-ed) and up to 100 staff members and volunteers.
• Communicates with parents/guardians concerning any issues and oversees any specific situations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed