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Pancare of Florida
Panama City, Florida

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

LPC / LMHCNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Licensed Mental Health Counselor or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families? Do you believe in the power of human connection to heal and empower?

At PanCare of Florida, we're looking for a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is ready to step into a role where your skills and compassion will leave a lasting impact.

As part of our dynamic team, you’ll work in an environment that values holistic care, continuous growth, and the well-being of both our clients and our staff.

If you're driven by purpose and ready to take your career to the next level, we invite you to join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and support to our community.

Your Responsibilities Include the Following

  • Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for patients with mental health needs.
  • Assess patient mental health status, develop personalized treatment plans, and track progress.
  • Provide crisis intervention and support for patients experiencing acute distress.
  • Collaborate with primary care providers, case managers, and other team members to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  • Maintainaccuratepatient records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and other regulatory standards.
  • Complete clinical documentation in the electronic health record within establishedtimeframesand organizational standards.
  • Complywithallmandatory reporting laws and organizational protocols related to patient safety, abuse, neglect, and crisis intervention.
  • Participate in community outreach and mental health awareness programs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field
  • Active, unrestrictedFlorida licensure as a Licensed Mental HealthCounselor(LMHC)or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Strong knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic techniques for individual and group counseling, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and solution-focused therapy
  • Experience working with a diverse patient populationand providing culturally competent care
  • At least 1 year experience in providing mental health counseling

Preferred Qualifications

  • At least 3 years experience in providing mental health counseling in a healthcare or community-based setting

PanCare provides a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, and vision insurance. In addition, to health coverage, we offer 14 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid vacation per year. Employees are also eligible to participate in our 403(b) plan with a 6% employer match and 3% base employer contribution.

Join PanCare of Florida and be part of a dedicated team that is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare to our communities. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our patients.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our mission, we encourage you to apply today. Together, we can continue to improve patient outcomes and build healthier communities.

PanCare of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key to our success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm

Key Responsibilities

Conduct individual and group therapy sessions while developing personalized treatment plans for patients. Collaborate with primary care providers and maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in Counseling or Social Work and an active, unrestricted Florida licensure as an LMHC or LPC. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in mental health counseling and current Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Individual therapyTreatment planningHIPAA compliancePatient assessmentCase management

Counselor Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 24% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

What does the Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) market look like in Florida?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedMental Health Counselor (LMHC) median $70k (middle half $53k–$73k)13 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingFlorida index 103.4US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) listings in Florida606 active13,452 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 44% remote · 24% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedFlorida Counselor listings: 6% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 11% offer loan repayment606 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Counseling listings329 in the last 30 days227 the 30 days before (+45%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Pancare of Floridasilver tier, 71/100Top Employers work-life index6 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Pancare of Florida a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Mental Health Counseling counselor listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Counselor Jobs

47 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

46 jobs · 37 employers
21
<$75k
10
$75k-100k
7
$100k-125k
8
$125k-150k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

31 jobs
401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
45%
Loan repayment
32%
Sign-on bonus
23%
PSLF eligible
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Fully Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Therapist - Weston

Ellie Mental Health - 115 · Weston, Florida

$55-$70/hr
#2

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

LifeStance Health · Lake Oswego, Oregon

$123k-$141k
#3

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

$123k-$141k
#4

Remote Licensed Mental Health Therapist

$66/hr
+ 45 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.7this job 6.0
Better work-life than 30% of Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 209 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Pancare of Florida

Medical Practices
Panama City, Florida
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
14 Paid Holidays
3 Weeks Paid Vacation
403(b) with 6% Employer Match
3% Base Employer Contribution
Professional Growth Opportunities

Living in Panama City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$271k
Typical market rent
$1,655/mo
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

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