MS Therapist (Unlicensed) | Family Intensive Therapy

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$21.73/hr

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Job Description

  • Job Location: 2417 Lecanto AIMS - Lecanto, FL
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: Graduate Degree
  • Salary Range: $21.73
  • Job Category: Therapist

Job Purpose: - The MS Therapist (Unlicensed) is responsible for providing therapeutic services to clients under the supervision of a licensed therapist.

The role involves supporting clients in managing mental health challenges, developing treatment plans, and facilitating therapeutic sessions to promote mental well-being and recovery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct initial assessments and gather relevant information about clients' mental health status and needs. - Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with licensed therapists. - Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions using evidence-based therapeutic techniques. - Monitor clients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure effective outcomes. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and documentation in compliance with organizational and legal standards. - Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and provide comprehensive support to clients. - Participate in regular supervision and training sessions to enhance professional development and ensure adherence to best practices. - Provide crisis intervention and support to clients as needed. - Educate clients and their families about mental health conditions and available resources. - Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in all client interactions and professional activities.

Qualifications

Required Education: - Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited institution.

Required Experience: - Experience in providing therapeutic services in a clinical setting. - Familiarity with mental health disorders and treatment methodologies. - Experience working with diverse populations and age groups. - Previous experience in case management and developing treatment plans.

Required Skills and Abilities: - Strong understanding of therapeutic techniques and evidence-based practices. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines. - Proficient in documentation and record-keeping. - Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. - Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks. LifeStream

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Short Term Disability Pension Plan 403(b) Paid Time Off (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!) Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Reimbursement Program Free Telehealth Services HRSA Loan Forgiveness Program And More!

Important Notice As part of our hiring process and in compliance with Section 435.04, Florida Statutes, certain positions require a Level 2 background screening. Employment offers are contingent upon meeting applicable requirements.

For more details on Level 2 background screening requirements, please visit: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist provides therapeutic services to clients, including conducting assessments and facilitating individual and group sessions. They also collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans and ensure comprehensive care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Previous experience in a clinical setting and familiarity with mental health disorders are required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Mental health assessmentTreatment planningIndividual therapyInterpersonal skillsMultidisciplinary collaborationTime management

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 40% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$46k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $44k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$46kMental Health Therapy median $57k (middle half $45k–$80k)30 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$44k in purchasing powerFlorida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Florida848 active22,548 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 24% remote · 40% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$46k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks20 jobs

401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
50%
Sign-on bonus
20%
Loan repayment
15% this job
PSLF eligible
10% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,956 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Lifestream Behavioral Center

Mental Health Care
Leesburg, Florida
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability
Pension Plan
403(b)
Paid Time Off (over 4 weeks first year)
Flexible Work Schedules
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Free Telehealth Services

Living in Lecanto

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$346k
Median resident rent
$1,304/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Homosassa Springs, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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