MST Therapist Grand Island

CounselorNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50k-$62k

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Kearney, NE 68845
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: Not Specified
  • Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $62,000.00 Salary
  • Job Shift: Day Shift

Clinical Therapist – Community-Based Counselor $3,000 Sign-On Bonus Available Join our team and receive a $3,000 sign-on bonus (paid according to program guidelines). Do you have a passion for transforming the lives of children and families?

Mid-Plains Center in Lincoln is on the hunt for compassionate, driven counselors to join our team as Multisystemic (MST) Therapists. If you get excited by the opportunity to help heal and empower youth and families, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage – We pay 80% of health insurance premiums for employees—whether you choose single, spouse, or family coverage 403b retirement plan– Plan for your future with a 3% employer match after one year Vacation cash-out opportunities 2x per year- Convert unused PTO into extra income twice per year Dental & Vision Insurance Offered – High-quality coverage available at a low cost to you Flexible Scheduling – Work-life balance that fits your real life 10 Days Paid Vacation – Time to relax, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work 12 Days Paid Sick Leave – Take care of yourself and your family when it matters most 9 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time off to celebrate and spend with loved ones Quarterly Wellness Days – Take dedicated personal days each quarter to focus on your mental health and well-being Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Save on healthcare and dependent care expenses Life Insurance (100% Company Paid) – Added peace of mind for you and your loved ones Professional Development & Licensure Support – We invest in your growth by covering licensure application and renewal costs, providing all required CEUs at no cost, and covering licensure supervision expenses Company-Paid AAA Membership – Enjoy roadside assistance and travel benefits for added peace of mind Referral Program – Earn rewards for bringing great people to our team Professional Development At Mid-Plains Center, we pride ourselves in the growth of our employees, offering 100% company-paid benefits that include: Licensure application and renewal costs Licensure supervision costs All required Continuing Education Units provided by the agency at no cost Out-of-state trip for initial MST training Other training opportunities as identified (such as EMDR, DBT, etc.) What You’ll Do Build collaborative relationships with families, youth, schools, and other key professionals Support families with youth engaging in problematic or high-risk behaviors Use clinical skills to help families overcome complex life challenges Deliver services within the structured Multisystemic Therapy (MST) model Benefit from strong support, training, and supervision provided through MST Apply a variety of therapeutic approaches and counseling techniques as clinically appropriate Work as part of a coordinated system of care focused on lasting, real-world change What Success Looks Like Strong therapeutic engagement with clients across diverse populations Consistent, high-quality clinical documentation and compliance with standards Effective collaboration with team members and external partners Demonstrated ability to apply evidence-based interventions Professional growth through supervision and ongoing development What You Bring Master’s degree in counseling psychology, social work, or related field Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) or Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP) eligible Strong clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning skills Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills Commitment to ethical, client-centered care Why Join Mid-Plains Center Thrive in a supportive team environment with expert supervision.

Focus your impact through deep relationships with a small caseload of families. Enjoy a flexible schedule you get to set. Grow your skills through dedicated training in an evidence-based therapy model.

Requirements Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field Nebraska licensure (LMHP/LIMHP or PLMHP eligibility) Ability to complete required documentation in a timely manner Strong commitment to ethical and professional standards in behavioral health APPLY NOW Join a team that invests in your success and supports your professional journey. Apply today to become part of Mid-Plains Center for Behavioral Healthcare Services.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist will build collaborative relationships with families and youth to support those engaging in high-risk behaviors. They will deliver services using the Multisystemic Therapy (MST) model while maintaining high-quality clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field. A valid Nebraska licensure as an LMHP, LIMHP, or PLMHP is required.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Case managementCrisis interventionEvidence-based practice

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates MST Therapist Grand Island at MID-PLAINS CENTER FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE SERVICES a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,851 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% are remote, 28% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Nebraska is 90.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$56k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k in an average-cost state. 59.4% of Nebraska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.2 / 10 · above average in mental health therapy (counseling)ranked against 7,851 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$50k–$62kMental Health Therapy median $75k (middle half $64k–$85k)285 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$62k in purchasing powerNebraska index 90.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Nebraska71 active7,906 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 72% remote · 28% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (7,851 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

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About Mid-Plains Center for Behavioral Healthcare Services

Medical Practices
Grand Island, Nebraska
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance (80% employer-paid)
Dental & Vision Insurance
403b retirement plan with 3% match after one year
10 days paid vacation
12 days paid sick leave
9 paid holidays
Quarterly wellness days
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Living in Kearney

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$292k≈ 5.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,643/mo≈ 39% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
14 min
State income tax
Up to 6.6%
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.