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Mass General Brigham
Belmont, Massachusetts

Community Residence Counselor - Eating Disorders

Counselor / TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$23.4-$30.73/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Job Description

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation

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We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Under direction of the Program Manager, the Community Residence Counselor (CRC) provides direct patient care and participates in therapeutic milieu within the scope of defined practice.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

  • Provides direct patient care in accordance with current treatment plan, under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Clinical Coordinator and Charge Nurse.
  • Provides and supervises community activities according to needs.
  • Remains awake and alert, at all times, while on the job.
  • Assists patients in maintaining and keeping various appointments.
  • Clear, concise, and timely documentation and shift notes.
  • Establishes relationships with patients that are helpful and maintains professional boundaries.
  • Participates in patient rounds, status checks, or teams per program guidelines.
  • Completes assigned patient care tasks per program guidelines and/or daily assignment sheet.
  • Works effectively to manage the therapeutic milieu.
  • Provides patients with direction and supervision as needed.
  • Follows established hospital & program policies, procedures, and protocols.
  • Communicates information regarding patient milieu/therapeutic environment to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
  • Communicates observations related to medication side effects, physical and emotional changes to appropriate medical staff in a timely manner.
  • Encourage patients in their activities of daily living.
  • Assesses sleep patterns and assists patients to develop more appropriate sleep cycles notifying clinical team as necessary.
  • Completes mandatory annual in-service requirements, including but not limited to: CPR and de-escalation.
  • Attends and participates in rounds and case conferences when appropriate.
  • Physical ability for participation in patient activities.
  • Supports residents with daily routines, medical reminders, meal preparation, transportation, and personal care as needed.

Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Medication Administration Program Certified [MAP - Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Department of Public Health required Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Experience One-year patient care or related experience preferred, preferably in a psychiatric setting 1-2 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Time Management. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to work as part of a team. - Maintains a commitment to professional growth and competency. - All employees must possess basic computer skills to use a variety of electronic or online systems (PRISM) for communication, clinical and administrative purposes. - Familiarity with Epic preferred. - Ability to drive, including transporting patients, may be required based on role and location.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

The position is for Klarman Eating Disorders Center (KEDC) which focuses on the treatment of eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID) in a multi-month residential and partial program. Training integrates an evidence-based approach in the treatment of these individuals.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location: 115 Mill Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$23.40 - $30.73/Hourly

Grade

MCL051

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization.

Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors.

The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level.

The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success.

These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct care and supervision to residents in accordance with treatment plans, supporting daily routines, appointments, activities, meals, transportation, and personal care. Document and communicate patient observations, help maintain a therapeutic milieu, and participate in rounds, case conferences, and required training.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Therapeutic Milieu ManagementPatient ObservationClinical DocumentationTeamworkVerbal CommunicationMedication Side-Effect ObservationActivities Of Daily Living SupportPatient TransportationSleep Pattern Assessment

Behavioral Health — Counselor Career Context

Of the 47 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 55% are remote, 23% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$56k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $53k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

How many Behavioral Health jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$49k–$64kBehavioral Health median $77k (middle half $65k–$94k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$53k in purchasing powerMassachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Behavioral Health listings in Massachusetts23 active363 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 55% remote · 23% no call · 62% no weekends47 benchmarked listings
Behavioral Health pay trend+9.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Counselor Jobs

47 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

18 jobs
10
<$75k
5
$75k-95k
0
$95k-115k
2
$115k-135k
1
$136k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

29 jobs
401k / retirement match
83%
CME allowance
79%
Loan repayment
24%
PSLF eligible
14%
Sign-on bonus
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Part Time Remote Group Therapist - Texas Licensed

Clarity Pediatrics · Remote - Nationwide

$62-$96/hr
#2

Part-time Therapist - MA/ (Remote)

Cartwheel · Cambridge, Massachusetts

$55-$90/hr
#3

Mental Health Therapist (Part-Time, W2)

$58.5-$85/hr
#4

Mental Health Therapist (Part-Time, W2)

$58.5-$85/hr
+ 45 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Below most Behavioral Health (Counseling) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 354 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Mass General Brigham

Hospitals and Health Care
Somerville, Massachusetts
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Career Advancement Opportunities
Differentials
Premiums
Bonuses
Recognition Programs

Living in Belmont

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.37M
Typical market rent
$3,051/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.