Fill-in Counselor
Job Description
About the Role
Join Boston Public Health Commission as a Counselor – Fill-In, Variable Hours in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- no set schedule or guarantee of hours. The following is a list of some of the responsibilities that a Fill
- In Counselor may have through the course of employment. With assistance from permanent staff, Fill In Counselors:
- Ensure overall safety of clients and environment.
- Respond to emergencies and crisis situations according to appropriate policy.
Requirements
- Associate Degree or High School Diploma/GED and one year of related experience.
- Experience working with substance abusing clients preferred.
- Experience working with diverse ethnic, racial and economic populations required.
- Prior experience working with homeless and mentally ill clients helpful.
Work Schedule
- Variable hours, scheduled as needed - no set schedule or guarantee of hours schedule.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Boston Public Health Commission as a Counselor – Fill-In, Variable Hours.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Fill-in Counselor position at Boston Public Health Commission includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Counseling Psychology — Counselor Career Context
This Counseling Psychology position at Boston Public Health Commission is open to counselor candidates.
Licensed counselors and therapists are in high demand as mental health awareness grows, with telehealth platforms creating new opportunities for remote practice.
Nationally, Counseling Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $85k, with the typical range spanning $60k to $120k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Client Relations, Administrative Tasks, Patient Transport, Conflict Resolution, Record Keeping, Bilingual Communication. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Counseling Psychology role.
Core responsibilities: Ensure the safety and well-being of shelter guests by monitoring daily operations and responding to crisis situations. Perform administrative duties, distribute supplies, and transport clients to appointments as needed.
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Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Per Diem
Posted
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