CSU Counselor
Listed compensation
$19-$23/hr
Listing transparency3 of 6 stated
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Grand Island, NE 68801Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not Specified
- Salary Range: $19.00 - $23.00 HourlyJob Shift: Day ShiftCounselor for Crisis Stabilization Unit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Eligibility This position is eligible for application of Rural Health Workforce Incentive Funds if hired before June 30th. Eligibility and award determination are subject to program requirements. Join the Frontlines of Healing at Mid-Plains Crisis Stabilization Center! Are you a passionate professional dedicated to transformative mental health care? Do you believe that every individual deserves a fierce advocate during their toughest moments? If you’re ready to turn your expertise into impact, we want you on our team. At Mid-Plains, we don’t just offer services; we create an environment of hope. As a therapist here, you will provide high-quality counseling that empowers clients to take the lead in their own recovery. We are looking for a teammate who is more than just a clinician—someone who is a tireless advocate for youth and families navigating the path to stabilization. What You’ll Do: Empower Recovery: Craft individualized treatment plans within 72 hours, helping clients map out their journey toward long-term st
- ability. Lead with Impact: Facilitate dynamic group sessions and provide one-on-one counseling that meets clients exactly where they are. Bridge the Gap: Complete vital risk assessments and 24-hour youth callbacks to ensure no one falls through the cracks. Collaborate & Support: Work alongside the CSU Director and case managers to provide a seamless continuum of mental health care. Why You’re the Perfect Fit: You possess strong clinical skills backed by confidence and competence. You have a "whatever it takes" attitude—whether that’s answering a crisis call, transporting a client, or networking within the community. You excel at building professional boundaries while maintaining deeply authentic, high-integrity relationships.
Qualifications
Requirements Pro
- visional License as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor (PLADC), or License as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC). Excellent communication skills (written and spoken). Bilingual fluency in English/Spanish is desired. Ready to make a real difference? Apply today and help us build a stronger, healthier community, one life at a time.
Key Responsibilities
The counselor will craft individualized treatment plans and facilitate group and one-on-one counseling sessions to support client recovery. They are also responsible for conducting risk assessments and collaborating with the CSU Director and case managers to ensure continuous care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Provisional License as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor (PLADC) or a License as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC). Excellent written and spoken communication skills are required, with bilingual fluency in English and Spanish considered a plus.
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates CSU Counselor 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 Behavioral Health (Counseling) — ranked against 308 active Behavioral Health (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
Behavioral Health — Counselor Career Context
Mid-Plains Center for Behavioral Healthcare Services ranks #9 of 12 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 47 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 49% are remote, 36% have no call, 77% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Nebraska is 90.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$44k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $48k in an average-cost state. 59.4% of Nebraska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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