Residential Counselor - Day and Evening Openings

TEAM CEDC Join our esteemed team at the Cambridge Eating Disorder Center (CEDC), a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder treatment, located in the vibrant Harvard Square. With a well-established reputation and a consistently supportive culture, CEDC offers a fantastic work environment for professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact in behavioral healthcare. Why Join CEDC? Excellent Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), generous health, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off. Supportive Work Environment: Thrive in a consistent and supportive culture with a team that values respect and collaborative practice. Prime Location: Benefit from excellent local transportation options in the heart of Harvard Square, making your commute and lifestyle as convenient as possible. Professional Growth and Advancement: CEDC is committed to your professional development, offering opportunities for growth and continuous professional learning opportunities in psychiatric care. RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR Position Overview: As a Residential Counselor you are a valued member of a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to helping patients rebuild their lives. We are hiring Full Time Day or Evening Residential Counselors working five 8-hour shifts per week with some overtime availability. Responsibilities: Use active listening skills to individually process day-to-day issues with which patients struggle (meal/behavior non-compliance, self-doubt, body consciousness) Promote appropriately supportive relationships between patients. Maintain appropriate boundaries with patients. Facilitate therapeutic groups commensurate with RC training and experience. Correctly weigh patients, accurately interpret, and document vital signs. Supervise bathroom/shower use for patients. Document and report all clinically relevant information. Assist in meal/snack set-up and supervise/facilitate a comfortable meal-time environment (prompt patients to follow pre-established rules) Thoroughly document all clinically relevant information regarding patient behavior (e.g., completing Meal and Snack logs, Group Notes, Shift Progress Notes, and Incident Reports, etc.) in a timely manner to treatment team Conduct thorough searches for contraband items upon new patient admission. If necessary, accompany clients to offsite medical appointments and ER visits. Attend the required number of RC Supervision meetings (at least 24 hours a year for full- time employees; at least 12 hours a year for part-time employees) Qualifications: Ability to multi-task and work both with a team and independently in a fast-paced environment with positivity Associate degree, BA/BS Psychology or related field (preferred) Experience in a mental health/medical or residential facility (preferred) Experience with eating disorders (preferred) Good written clinical communication skills CPR certified within the first three months (certification cost reimbursed) MAP certification (certification cost reimbursed) We are looking for dedicated professionals ready to make a significant difference in the lives of our patients. If you are passionate about mental health care and looking for a fulfilling career with ample opportunities for professional growth, we would love to hear from you. Join us at CEDC, where your work is not just a job, but a journey to improve lives. We look forward to welcoming you to our team! Please email your interest with a Resume to info@cedcmail.com Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to Commute: Cambridge, MA 02138 (Required) Work Location: In person