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Walden Behavioral Care Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Registered Nurse - PT

Dedham, MA · On-site

$39.90 - $58.80/hr

Walden Behavioral Care is a rapidly-growing, national mental healthcare system specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and mental health conditions. We are one of the only organizations in ...

Registered Nurse - PT

Dedham, MA · On-site

$39.90 - $58.80/hr

Walden Behavioral Care is a rapidly-growing, national mental healthcare system specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and mental health conditions. We are one of the only organizations in ...

Family Nurse Practitioner

Dedham, MA · On-site

$114K - $145K/yr

What sets Walden Behavioral Care apart from others is the ability to provide every level of care not only to people of all ages but also to people of all genders. We pride ourselves on being ...

Registered Nurse - FT

Dedham, MA · On-site

$39.90 - $58.80/hr

Walden Behavioral Care is a rapidly-growing, national mental healthcare system specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and mental health conditions. We are one of the only organizations in ...

Registered Nurse - FT

Dedham, MA · On-site

$39.90 - $58.80/hr

Walden Behavioral Care is a rapidly-growing, national mental healthcare system specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and mental health conditions. We are one of the only organizations in ...

Family Nurse Practitioner

Dedham, MA · On-site

$114K - $145K/yr

What sets Walden Behavioral Care apart from others is the ability to provide every level of care not only to people of all ages but also to people of all genders. We pride ourselves on being ...

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Dedham, MA · On-site

$37.15 - $51.35/hr

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Walden Behavioral Care Dedham, MA Walden Behavioral Care is one of the only rapidly-growing, leading national specialty healthcare systems dedicated to serving all ...

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How much do walden behavioral care jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for walden behavioral care in the United States is $74,931.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $87,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Walden Behavioral Care?

Walden Behavioral Care is a healthcare organization that specializes in the treatment of eating disorders and other behavioral health conditions. They offer a range of services, including inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs for adults and adolescents. Their multidisciplinary team includes psychiatrists, therapists, dietitians, and nurses who work together to provide individualized care. Walden Behavioral Care operates several treatment centers across the Northeastern United States.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a behavioral health professional at Walden Behavioral Care?

To excel as a behavioral health professional at Walden Behavioral Care, you need a background in psychology, social work, mental health counseling, or nursing, often supported by relevant licensure such as LCSW, LMHC, or RN. Familiarity with electronic health record systems, evidence-based therapeutic modalities, and crisis intervention techniques is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams are essential soft skills. These competencies are crucial for providing effective, compassionate care and supporting positive outcomes for clients with behavioral health needs.

What challenges do clinicians face at Walden Behavioral Care, and how does the organization support them?

Clinicians at Walden Behavioral Care often encounter complex cases involving eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, which can be emotionally demanding. The work environment emphasizes collaboration, with multidisciplinary teams including therapists, dietitians, and medical staff working closely together to provide comprehensive care. Walden supports its staff through regular supervision, ongoing training, and opportunities for debriefing, helping clinicians manage stress and maintain high-quality patient care. This supportive structure enables professionals to grow their clinical skills while fostering resilience in a challenging field.
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Infographic showing various Walden Behavioral Care job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 11% Nights. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $74,931 per year, or $36 per hour.

Walden - Registered Dietitian - Inpatient/Residential

Dedham, MA • On-site

$31.73 - $47/hr

Per diem

Re-posted 18 days ago


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Registered Dietitian
Walden Behavioral Care
Dedham, MA
Walden Behavioral Care is one of the only rapidly-growing, leading national specialty healthcare systems dedicated to serving all genders and offering the full continuum of care for people with all types of eating disorders. We currently have 14-locations on the East Coast in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Georgia. Over the past 15 years, utilizing our state-of-the art evidence based, personalized approach to care, we have helped over 20,000 people on their road to recovery. Headquartered in Massachusetts we have over 450 employees who are dedicated to helping people with eating disorders get the help they need and deserve. Learn more at www.waldenbehavioralcare.com or www.waldeneatingdisorders.com .
The Registered Dietitian at the 24 hour level of care provides clinical nutrition and meal plans under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Nutrition Services.
This position is for the Inpatient and Residetial Programs at Dedham Center for Recovery, including adult and adolescent coverage. This position requires flexibility to cover the Residential Program, as needed.
This is a Per Diem position for coverage as needed.
Pay: $31.73-$47.00/hour depening on education and experience
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At Walden we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, where we celebrate our employees, our patients and the communities we work with. In recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions only you can bring in terms of your education, culture, opinions, experience and background. Join us and find out how you can make a difference today.
Responsibilities Include:
  • Complete comprehensive Nutrition Assessments for newly admitted patients within 48-hours of admission
  • Complete comprehensive Follow up Nutrition Assessments 2x/week
  • Prescribe appropriate meal plan to support identified nutrition goals in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Walden Behavioral Care
  • Work with patients and support persons to promote completion of meal plan
  • Perform individual and group nutritional therapy
  • Participate in treatment team planning, discharge planning and liaison services
  • Provide effective education to parents and families
  • Communicate progress and activities related to treatment and continuing care plans on an ongoing basis to the patient, family, treatment team, referral source and other individuals involved in the patient's care

Qualifications:
Education:
  • Minimum requirement Master's Degree

Experience:
  • Experience providing direct nutritional care in an Eating Disorder Program and/or Mental Health setting, preferred
  • Experience with menu planning and therapeutic diets in a healthcare setting, required

Licensure/Certification:
  • Registered Dietitian (RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND).
  • Licensed Dietitian with the state of Massachusetts (LDN)

Knowledge:
  • Medical nutrition therapy
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Nutrition care process
  • Nutrition counseling
  • Group education
  • Familiarity with therapeutic modalities including Family-Based Therapy (FBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Required competencies:
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to prioritize independently
  • Ability to multi-task in a changing and fast paced mental health environment
  • Ability to work in a highly collaborate, multidisciplinary team environment
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Supervision Received:
  • Monthly RD group supervision and individual supervision with the Director of Clinical Nutrition, Lead Dietitian and/or Senior Nutrition Consultant.

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