Behavioral Health Counselor, Behavioral Health

Great Bay Mental Health, located at 15 Old Rollinsford Road in Dover, NH, is a dynamic and compassionate division of Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and part of the Mass General Brigham system. We provide comprehensive outpatient behavioral health services throughout the Seacoast region with a strong commitment to evidence-based care, collaboration, and patient-centered treatment. Joining our team means becoming part of an organization that combines the innovation and resources of Mass General Brigham with the close-knit culture of a community-based practice.

About The Role

Great Bay Mental Health is seeking a compassionate and experienced full-time, 36-hour Behavioral Health Counselor to join our growing outpatient behavioral health practice. This position provides individual and family therapy services to a primarily pediatric population, working with children approximately 4–12 years of age. As part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you will partner closely with psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, primary care pediatricians, and other behavioral health professionals to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient individual and family psychotherapy to a pediatric patient population.
• Complete comprehensive behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including play therapy, family systems therapy, and other age-appropriate treatment modalities.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, primary care providers, and community partners to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with organizational, state, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case consultations, and clinical collaboration.
• Provide education, guidance, and support to patients, families, and caregivers to promote positive behavioral health outcomes.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold professional and ethical standards of practice.

Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree in a related field required. This role does not accept experience in lieu of a degree.

Licenses and Credentials

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Preferred
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) – Preferred
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) – Preferred
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) – Preferred

Experience

• 3–5 years of related experience required.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations while demonstrating cultural humility and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Experience advocating for patients and navigating healthcare and community-based systems.

Skills

• Strong clinical judgment and ethical decision-making.
• Experience conducting psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and timely clinical documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Knowledge of community resources and appropriate referral practices.
• Commitment to professional growth, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Details

This is a hybrid role based at 15 Old Rollinsford Road, Dover, NH. Scheduled weekly hours are 36.

Pay

Annual pay range: $63,856.00 - $92,976.00.

Benefits

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.