Pays $50K - $75K — Counselor market median is ~$73k (319 jobs) · Top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) for work-life (7.2/10, vs 7,538 in this specialty)
Therapist (50939)
About the Role
Counseling role in Las Vegas. $50k-$75k. Full-time. Clinical license required. Make a difference in clients' lives.
Join WESTCARE as a Therapist (50939) in Las Vegas, Nevada. Job DetailsJob Location: Las Vegas - 323 Maryland Pkwy - Las Vegas, NV 89101Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $50,000.00 - $75,000.
Key Responsibilities
- Counselors will develop an approved curriculum as the basis for group and individual counseling.
- Assess need and make decisions regarding the delivery of the appropriate individual, group and family counseling.
- Conduct interviews and make assessments of potential clients to determine need and appropriateness for program participation and referrals.
- Supervise and direct the activity of direct care staff.
Requirements
- Essential Qualifications: Certifications/Licenses: Current, active clinical license.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $50K - $75K
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
Work with WESTCARE in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist (50939) at WESTCARE a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,538 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.
Mental Health Therapy — Counselor Career Context
In Nevada, Mental Health Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$106k across 34 listings, vs ~$77k nationally (8,020 listings).
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Nevada's cost-of-living index is 110.5 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$63k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $57k in an average-cost state — Nevada ranks #4 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 57.5% of Nevada clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Nevada has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$63k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 7.2/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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