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Full Time Educational Counselor

Mass General Brigham logoMass General Brigham$26.58/hrArlington, MAFull timePosted 1w ago

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This posting states $26.58 an hour. Open mental health therapist jobs in Massachusetts post a median of $24.41 an hour, the middle half $22.06–$38.86, across 111 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Mental health therapists employed in Massachusetts earn a median of $28.80 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. 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

Summary<br>The School Counselor provides ongoing academic, pragmatic, and social-emotional support to students with complex learning profiles throughout the school day as determined by the needs of the program. The School Counselor provides instructional support to students inside and outside the classroom and designs and implements activities/ classes. The School Counselor works collaboratively with academic and clinical team members, attends meetings, and prepares/maintains classrooms to support the development of students in a child-centered, therapeutic school setting.<br><br>Does this position require Patient Care?<br>Yes<br><br>Essential Functions<br>-Support teachers in the implementation of curriculum. <br>

-Support teachers, clinicians, and administration in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. <br>

-Provide academic support, accommodations, and modifications as needed. <br>

-Engage and facilitate students’ transitions between classes and throughout the building. <br>

-Supervise and implement coverage activities during staff absences. <br>

-Supervise students in all school locations as needed, including during arrival and dismissal. <br>

-Provide ongoing social-emotional support to students in the classroom and milieu. <br>

-With supervision, design and implement activities/ classes, if needed. <br>

-Complete student-related documentation as necessary. <br>

-Prepare and maintain the milieu and classrooms for use each day. <br>

-Proctor testing sessions, providing IEP-mandated accommodations as required. <br>

-Model appropriate social cues and body language and provide social pragmatic support as needed. <br>

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Education preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Experience with children and/or adolescents 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Flexibility, collaborative mindset, and willingness to learn.
  • Work collaboratively with academic and clinical team members.
  • Maintain a commitment to professional growth and competency.
  • Exhibits positive behavior towards students, parents, and staff.
  • Responsive to issues presented in supervision.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

  • Standing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Walking Frequently (34-66%)
  • Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%)
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%)
  • Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

11 Hillside Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$ - $26.58/Hourly

Grade

3

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.

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Mass General Brigham is a Boston-area integrated academic health system with 14 (source: Mass General Brigham, About Mass General Brigham) hospitals, including Massachusetts General and Brigham and Women's, and more than 85,000 (source: Mass General Brigham, About Mass General Brigham) employees. Source: Mass General Brigham, About Mass General Brigham

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