Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Compensation
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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
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.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) median $70k (middle half $53k–$73k)13 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) listings in Florida | 606 active | 13,452 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 44% remote · 24% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida Counselor listings: 6% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 11% offer loan repayment606 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Counseling listings | 329 in the last 30 days | 227 the 30 days before (+45%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pancare of Florida | silver tier, 71/100 | Top Employers work-life index6 active listings |
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.
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