Title: Mental Health Camp Counselor Child & Adolescent- Per Diem

Job Type: Per Diem 

Location: Manchester, NH

About Us:

Everyone deserves to feel healthy in both body and mind. Here at The Mental Health Center, we’re committed to helping you understand mental illness and get on the road to recovery. Our programs and services aim to restore health and improve quality of life. We believe each staff member plays an integral role in fulfilling our mission to provide the highest quality of care possible. We know our employees are the key to our success, and we currently have job opportunities available so YOU too can become part of our successful, energetic, and dedicated organization!  We are also proud to be a recipient of The Bell Seal Certification for Workplace Mental Health, recognizing our commitment to creating a mentally healthy, supportive, and inclusive work environment.  

Job Description: 

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to support children who are attending summer camp? This per diem position offers flexible days and hours for the summer of 2026. You will be joining children at a variety of camps around the Manchester area to support the children’s success with camp attendance, mental health and emotional needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children with behavioral and/or emotional needs while they are attending camp.
• Communicate  with camp staff about the needs of the child.
• Collaborate with clinicians and providers working with the child and their family
• Facilitated groups and activities addressing mental health needs 
• Camps run June 22nd through August 21st. Will need to be available prior to camp start dates for orientation and program overview. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently. 
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Experience: 

Experience working with children is required. Experience working with children and/or families with mental health challenges is a plus.

Education: 

At least a bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field is required. 

Flat pay rates available for Bachelor's and master's level candidates

Job type: Part-time/Per diem 

Skills and Competencies:

• Commitment to teamwork
• Self-Starter, Independent
• Time management and organizational skills are a must.
• Excellent communication ability with co-workers, staff, clients, and community partners. 

Benefits:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Work Options 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company Discounts
• Employee Recognition Events 
• Competitive Salaries

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.