Licensed Professional Counselor
Listed compensation
$56k-$90k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Licensed Professional Counselor
Are you passionate about working with an underserved and rewarding population? Looking for a clinical role without the administrative burden, and one that offers real work-life balance? If so, read on and apply today!
Senior Care Therapy is seeking Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) to join our mission of providing in-person psychotherapy services to the geriatric population. We currently serve over 300 Skilled Nursing Facilities including sub-acute, long-term care, and assisted livings throughout NJ, NY, PA, and MD.
As a clinician owned and operated company, SCT takes pride in providing supportive counseling through patient-centered psychology services that has a meaningful impact on residents' mood, functioning, and overall quality of life.
By working collaboratively with facility staff, SCT aims to improve outcomes for both residents and the care teams that support them. We are committed to providing the highest level of psychological services and to being at the forefront of ever-changing regulations, needs, and trends.
At SCT, we handle all the administrative responsibilities -- including billing, insurance, credentialing, and pre certifications --- so you can do what you do best: providing exceptional clinical care!
What We Provide
- Customizable Full-Time opportunities available, tailored to align with your personal and professional goals.
- 32-hour and 40-hour equivalent work week opportunities
- Salary ranges from $56,000-$90,000
- Now Offering a Sign-On Bonus Up To $6,000 for Full Time Employees
- Rewarding experiences working with the senior population
- Flexible Daytime Hours with Autonomy
- No Admin Tasks! No cancellations! No no-shows!
- PacEHR EMR! Efficient, user friendly, clinician designed EMR.
- SCT University
- CEU Reimbursement Program
- Psychologist led training on day one with ongoing support.
- Clinical Team Support: peer-to-peer learning.
- Cutting-edge Resources & Mentorship: We champion your growth with abundant resources, mentorship, and career advice to set you up for unparalleled success
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Ancillary Benefits (Full-Time)
- 401(k) plan with up to 3% company match offered Day 1!
- Malpractice Insurance Provided
- PTO & Holiday (Full-Time)
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct individual and group psychotherapy sessions for patients in a subacute or skilled nursing facility.
- Assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of emotional and behavioral health conditions, including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and cognitive decline.
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans tailored to the needs of each patient.
- Collaborate with facility staff, interdisciplinary teams, and family members to support patient care.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards using our clinician-designed electronic medical/health system (EHR).
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Requirements
- Active and unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor in State applying for.
- Effective oral and written communication in English
- Basic proficiency with technology, including electronic health records (EHR).
- Strong organizational and documentation skills, with attention to regulatory compliance.
- Ability to provide in-person services at assigned facilities, up to 45 minutes.
- Ability to walk, stand, and move between patient rooms and offices within the facility throughout the day.
- Full Vaccination and Booster Status may be required in some facilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous clinical experience in a subacute, long-term care, or geriatric healthcare setting.
- History of treating Anxiety, Depression and Adjustment Disorders.
- Psych or Addictions experience is a plus.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
SCT welcomes individuals with a variety of licensure types to join our exceptional team. We encourage you to reach out directly to learn more about current openings! Currently Hiring for Clinical Psychologist, LCSW, LPC, LMHC, and LMFT located in NJ, NY, PA, or MD.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Professional Counselor at Senior Care Therapy a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all counselor listings evaluated on our platform.
Counselor Career Context
Senior Care Therapy holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 74/100, 58 active listings.
Of the 50 active Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 40% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$75k in purchasing power | Pennsylvania index 97.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) listings in Pennsylvania | 774 active | 13,602 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 46% remote · 40% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Senior Care Therapy | silver tier, 74/100 | Top Employers work-life index58 active listings |
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