Qualified Professional (QP) / Mental Health Counselor

LPC / LMHCFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50k-$60k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Qualified Mental Health Professional

Amethyst Consulting & Treatment Solutions is dedicated to helping young people and families thrive through compassionate, community-centered care. We’re looking for a Qualified Mental Health Therapist to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys flexibility, variety, and the chance to have a meaningful impact every day.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll support clients from the first point of contact, providing therapy, linking families to resources, and helping bridge gaps in care. You’ll work with individuals on the waitlist, offer clinical coverage across programs, and partner with community stakeholders to strengthen connections.

How You’ll Make a Difference

  • Deliver therapy and support to clients on the waitlist; in their homes, in the community, or via telehealth
  • Provide crisis intervention and clinical coverage when situations require it
  • Connect clients and families with vital community resources and services
  • Collaborate with the Program Manager and clinical supervisors to ensure smooth transitions and high-quality care
  • Strengthening relationships with referral sources, community partners, and other stakeholders
  • Lead or contribute to outreach, education, and marketing efforts that promote Amethyst’s programs

Who We’re Looking For

  • A Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field
  • At least one year of post-graduate counseling experience
  • Bilingual/Spanish fluency is a PLUS
  • A flexible, adaptable mindset — you see change as an opportunity for growth
  • Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment, especially in high-pressure situations

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines

A confident communicator with outstanding written and verbal communication skills — able to connect effectively with clients, families, colleagues, and community partners

  • Interpersonal skills that foster mutual trust, respect, and collaboration
  • Self-motivation and initiative; you take ownership of your work and follow through
  • Ability to work independently while thriving in a team environment
  • Comfort providing services in the community (must have reliable transportation)
  • Experience supporting youth and families from diverse backgrounds
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
  • Proven ability to build and sustain positive relationships across the community

What We Offer

  • Amethyst provides a competitive benefits package that includes:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Personal time off (PTO)
  • Paid birthday
  • Paid approved trainings and ongoing development
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Travel and mileage reimbursement in line with our policies
  • You’ll be eligible for benefits after completing a 90-day introductory period.
  • Apply today and take the next step in a career where your care makes a difference!
  • Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re interested in this role.

Key Responsibilities

The Qualified Mental Health Professional will provide therapy, crisis intervention, and resource linkage to clients in their homes, community, or via telehealth. They will also collaborate with stakeholders and contribute to outreach and marketing efforts to support program growth.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field and possess at least one year of post-graduate counseling experience. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are required, along with the ability to work independently and travel within the community.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Resource coordinationCase managementAdaptabilityTime management

Counselor Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$55k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $58k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Mental Health Counseling listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 44% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

What does the Mental Health Counseling market look like in North Carolina?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$50k–$60kMental Health Counseling median $74k (middle half $60k–$80k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$58k in purchasing powerNorth Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Counseling listings in North Carolina21 active778 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 32% remote · 44% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNorth Carolina counselor listings (all specialties): 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 16% offer loan repayment476 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Counseling listings332 in the last 30 days211 the 30 days before (+57%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Counseling pay trend−2.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Counselor Jobs

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Salary Distribution

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10
<$70k
6
$70k-85k
4
$85k-100k
1
$100k
4
$115k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

21 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
90% this job
Loan repayment
19%
CME allowance
19%
PSLF eligible
19%
Sign-on bonus
14%

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Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 777 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Amethyst Consulting & Treatment Solutions

Mental Health Care
Greensboro, North Carolina
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Personal time off (PTO)
Paid birthday
Paid approved trainings and ongoing development
Discretionary bonuses
Travel and mileage reimbursement