Behavioral Therapist/ mental health
Listed compensation
$70K - $90K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Join Our Mental Health
Are you a passionate mental health professional looking for a supportive, collaborative, and flexible work environment? We want to hear from you!
We are seeking dedicated and Licensed Mental Health Therapists / Clinicians to provide therapy services (in-person and/or telehealth) within the state of North Carolina.
New Graduate or No Experience? No Problem! > Prior experience is not required. We will provide you with the training, tools, and clinical support necessary to successfully build your career and gain the experience you need.
Required Licenses (Any of the following)
We are looking for professionals with an active license in good standing in NC:
- LCMHC / LCMHCA (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor / Associate)
- LCSW / LCSWA (Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Associate)
- LMFT / LMFTA (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist / Associate)
- LCAS / LCAS-A (Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist / Associate)
- Licensed Psychologists (LP / LPA)
What We Are Looking For
- Current and valid state license to practice in North Carolina.
- Experience conducting clinical assessments and creating individualized treatment plans.
- Excellent communication skills, empathy, and cultural competence.
- Ability to work independently and maintain up-to-date clinical documentation.
- Bilingualism (English/Spanish) is a huge plus.
What We Offer
- Total Flexibility: Full-time, part-time, hybrid, or 100% telehealth options available.
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive hourly rates or a structured salary package.
- Clinical Supervision: Support and supervision available for associate-level clinicians (Associate/A).
- Professional Growth: Continuous CEU opportunities and specialization training.
- An inclusive, ethical work environment focused on preventing clinician burnout.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference in the North Carolina community, we want to meet you!
Flexible work from home options available.
Key Responsibilities
Provide therapy services in-person or via telehealth to clients within North Carolina. Conduct clinical assessments, create individualized treatment plans, and maintain up-to-date clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active, valid license in North Carolina such as LCMHC, LCSW, LMFT, LCAS, or be a Licensed Psychologist. Prior experience is not required as training and clinical support are provided.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Therapist/ mental health at Careerplug a 9.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 5% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,558 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
Counselor Career Context
Careerplug holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 80/100, 50 active listings.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% are remote, 24% have no call, 84% require no weekends — this position is remote.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 9.2 / 10 · top 5% in mental health therapy (counseling) | ranked against 7,558 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $70k–$90k | Mental Health Therapy median $93k (middle half $88k–$100k)404 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 66% remote · 24% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US counselor listings (all specialties): 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 13% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,476 in the last 30 days | 1,365 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | −1.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Careerplug | silver tier, 80/100 | Top Employers work-life index50 active listings |
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,558 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
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