Licensed Professional Counselor

CounselorNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$51K - $61K

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Behavioral Health Care Therapist

Position Overview

The Behavioral Health Care Therapist is responsible for delivering high-quality behavioral health services to patients in the clinic setting. As a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team, the Therapist provides care within the scope of LCSW or LPC licensure, offering compassionate and recovery-focused treatment to individuals and families.

This role includes conducting psychosocial and behavioral health assessments, developing and monitoring treatment plans, and providing individual, family, and group therapy sessions. The Therapist also offers crisis intervention, health education, and counseling while ensuring accurate and timely clinical documentation.

In addition, the Behavioral Health Care Therapist collaborates closely with medical providers, community resources, and patient families to address social, emotional, and environmental concerns that impact health outcomes. By serving as both a clinician and resource, the Therapist promotes patient-centered care, supports positive behavioral change, and contributes to the overall well-being of patients and the community.

Qualifications

Required

  • Master’s degree from an accredited university from one of the following: Master’s in Social Work, Masters in Psychology, Masters in Counseling.
  • Currently licensed in the state of Texas or Arkansas (whichever is applicable to the position offered) as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, or a Licensed Professional Counselor.

Preferred

  • Trauma, PTSD Recovery Experience

Benefits

At Genesis PrimeCare, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • 403(b) Retirement savings plan
  • Incentive & merit compensation programs

Who We Are

  • At Genesis PrimeCare, our mission is to positively impact the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we are committed to being the primary source for our patients’ healthcare needs—from birth through geriatric care.

Our vision is to establish Genesis PrimeCare as both a healthcare provider and employer of choice, upholding our uncompromising values of professionalism, responsibility, and excellence in every service we provide. With a patient-centered focus, we strive to deliver quality, accessible care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Monday - Friday

Key Responsibilities

The Therapist is responsible for delivering high-quality behavioral health services, including conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing individual, family, and group therapy sessions within the scope of their licensure. This role also involves offering crisis intervention, health education, and ensuring accurate clinical documentation while collaborating with the healthcare team and community resources.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

LCSW LicensurePsychosocial AssessmentsTreatment PlanningIndividual TherapyFamily TherapyCollaboration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Professional Counselor at Genesis Prime Care a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) — ranked against 503 active Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Counselor Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$56k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $58k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$56k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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  • No weekends
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About Genesis Prime Care

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holidays
403(b) Retirement Plan
Incentive Programs