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7.5/10 work-life score · Top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,538 active roles in this specialty
Full-Time Triage Therapist
About the Role
2nd shift. Weekend rotation. Emergency services. Up to 15 days PTO. 9 holidays. State retirement. High-stress role.
Join WELLSTONE as a Full-Time Triage Therapist in Huntsville, Alabama. Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Huntsville, AL 35802Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Human Services Related M. S/M.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform assessments over the phone when needed.
- Utilize assessment data to support a DSM V diagnosis.
- Demonstrate the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation.
Benefits & Compensation
- 15 days PTO.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
Work with WELLSTONE in Huntsville, Alabama.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a mental health discipline and possess knowledge of crisis intervention and behavior management. Strong clinical judgment and the ability to work in a 24/7 emergency environment are essential.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Full-Time Triage Therapist at WELLSTONE a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,538 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.
Counselor Career Context
In Alabama, Mental Health Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$76k across 108 listings, vs ~$77k nationally (8,020 listings).
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Alabama's cost-of-living index is 88.0 (US average = 100) — Alabama ranks #3 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 7.5/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.
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