Behavioral Health Counselor LPC or LPC Associate

Counselor Above average in Mental Health CounselingNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Weekends
No weekends
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Job Description

Behavioral Health Counselor LPC or LPC Associate

South Plains Rural Health Services is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Counselor to join our Levelland team. We are looking for a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who is committed to providing quality behavioral health services in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Location

Levelland, Texas

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Benefits

  • Employer-paid employee medical insurance
  • Employer-paid dental insurance
  • Employer-paid vision insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Employer-paid life insurance

What You'll Do

  • Assess clients' counseling and behavioral health needs
  • Establish treatment goals and objectives
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
  • Provide counseling interventions to help clients achieve their goals
  • Document client assessments, services, and progress
  • Make referrals to other services and community resources as needed
  • Follow established behavioral health protocols and documentation requirements
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinic staff to provide comprehensive care
  • Protect the confidentiality and security of client information
  • Maintain applicable state licensure and continuing education requirements
  • Participate in performance improvement and community outreach activities

What You'll Bring

  • Current Texas license as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
  • Knowledge of behavioral health assessments, treatment planning, and medical record documentation
  • Familiarity with the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
  • Familiarity with evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions

Ability to build positive relationships with clients, families, healthcare professionals, and community organizations

  • Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Mental health experience preferred

Join South Plains Rural Health Services and help us provide accessible, compassionate behavioral healthcare to the Levelland community.

Apply today!

As part of South Plains Rural Health Services, Inc.'s commitment to patient and staff safety, all employees are required to comply with the annual influenza vaccination policy. Employees must either provide proof of influenza vaccination, or submit a medical/religious exemption form and wear a face mask during the flu season.

Key Responsibilities

The counselor will assess client needs, establish treatment goals, and develop individualized treatment plans. They will also provide counseling interventions and collaborate with clinic staff to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current Texas license as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. Proficiency in behavioral health documentation and familiarity with evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Behavioral health assessmentCommunication skillsCrisis interventionCase management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Counselor LPC or LPC Associate at South Plains Rural Health Services a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Counseling — ranked against 554 active Mental Health Counseling 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)). 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.

6.4/10 work-life score · Above average in Mental Health Counseling — ranked against 554 active roles in this specialty

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About South Plains Rural Health Services

Wellness and Fitness Services
Levelland, Texas
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Employer-paid employee medical insurance
Employer-paid dental insurance
Employer-paid vision insurance
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employer-paid life insurance