MS Therapist Licensed | Outpatient Adult Services

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$27/hr

The week · per this posting

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Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: Beacon Point - Ocala, FL, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: $27.00, Job Purpose: - The MS Therapist Licensed at is responsible for providing high-quality mental health services to individuals experiencing a range of psychological issues.

The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and creating personalized treatment plans to support clients in achieving improved mental health and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand clients' mental health needs and challenges. - Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based therapeutic practices. - Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions to clients with diverse backgrounds and mental health conditions. - Monitor and evaluate clients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure effective outcomes. - Maintain accurate and confidential records of client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes. - Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, social workers, and case managers, to ensure a holistic approach to client care. - Participate in regular supervision and professional development activities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge. - Stay informed about the latest research and advancements in mental health therapy to apply best practices in treatment. - Adhere to all ethical and legal guidelines in the provision of mental health services. - Provide crisis intervention and support as needed to clients experiencing acute mental health episodes.

Qualifications

Required Education: - Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited institution. - Current licensure as a Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, or Marriage and Family Therapist in the state.

Required Experience: - Minimum of two years of post-graduate experience in a therapeutic setting. - Experience working with individuals with mental health disorders, preferably in a clinical or community mental health environment. - Proven track record of developing and implementing treatment plans for clients with diverse backgrounds and needs.

Required Skills and Abilities: - Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques and evidence-based practices. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team. - Ability to conduct assessments and provide appropriate interventions for clients. - Proficiency in maintaining accurate and confidential client records. - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced environment. - Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying informed about advancements in mental health therapy. LifeStream

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Short Term Disability Pension Plan 403(b) Paid Time Off (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!) Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Reimbursement Program Free Telehealth Services HRSA Loan Forgiveness Program And More!

Important Notice As part of our hiring process and in compliance with Section 435.04, Florida Statutes, certain positions require a Level 2 background screening. Employment offers are contingent upon meeting applicable requirements.

For more details on Level 2 background screening requirements, please visit: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist is responsible for conducting comprehensive mental health assessments and developing individualized treatment plans for clients. They will provide individual, group, and family therapy while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and possess current state licensure as a mental health professional. A minimum of two years of post-graduate experience in a therapeutic setting is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Mental health assessmentTreatment planningIndividual therapyGroup therapyClinical documentationMultidisciplinary collaborationDiagnostic skillsCommunication skillsConfidentiality

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 32% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$56k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $54k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida 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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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs

401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
54%
Sign-on bonus
29%
Loan repayment
21% this job
PSLF eligible
8% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.3this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,885 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Ocala

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$258k
Typical market rent
$1,575/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.2
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Ocala, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Lifestream Behavioral Center

Mental Health Care
Leesburg, Florida
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability
Pension Plan
403(b)
Paid Time Off (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!)
Flexible Work Schedules
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Free Telehealth Services