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Careerplug
Clayton, North Carolina · Remote OK

Behavioral Therapist/ mental health

Counselor 9.2 Work-LifeFull-Time

Listed compensation

$70K - $90K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · remote
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

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

Clinical assessmentTreatment planningMental health counseling

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 7,782 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 83/100, 52 active listings.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% are remote, 20% have no call, 74% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

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Salary Distribution41 jobs · 17 employers

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<$90k
5
$90k-105k
1
$107k
22
$120k-135k
5
$135k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks39 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
97%
CME allowance
31% this job
Sign-on bonus
26%
Loan repayment
15%
PSLF eligible
3%

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Work-life snapshot

9.2/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 5% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

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