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Lincoln, Nebraska

Mental Health Therapist for Families

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$30-$40/hr

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

About A Blessing of Hope

A Blessing of Hope Family Services is rooted in the belief that families deserve to grow, heal, and thrive; and that includes the families we serve, as well as the people who work with us.

We’re proud to be a Nebraska-based, people-centered organization providing meaningful services that support family preservation, reunification, and community well-being across the state.

We are expanding our Intensive Family Preservation (IFP) and Intensive Family Reunification (IFR) program and TeleHealth Program, and we’re looking for compassionate, skilled Therapists to support families navigating some of life’s most challenging moments. With our connected team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference while being supported by leadership who understands the work and values your well-being.

About the Role

As an Mental Health Therapist in our IFP/IFR Program, you will work directly with families at risk of separation or in the process of reunification, providing crisis intervention, therapeutic support, and in-home and/or remote sessions. This role is a dual role of IFP/IFR Therapist, and Telehealth therapist focusing on strengthening families, building resilience, and helping families stay safely together whenever possible.

Who You Are

Licensed & Qualified or Interning: You hold an active LMHP, PLMHP, PCMSW, CSW, or are an intern enrolled in a Master’s-level Counseling or Social Work program (clinical supervision is provided).

Experienced & Empathetic: You understand the child welfare system, crisis intervention, and working with families in high-stress situations. Experience with motivational interviewing or behavioral health is a plus.

Impact-Driven: You’re passionate about creating change, even in complex and difficult situations.

Travel & Work Location: You’re comfortable traveling up to 1.5-2 hours one way, for home-based and remote sessions and have dependable transportation. We reimburse for Mileage!

Strong Communicator: You build trust with families, manage sensitive situations with care, and collaborate effectively with others.

What You’ll Do

  • Provide immediate therapeutic support and crisis intervention to families.
  • Facilitate therapy sessions in family homes and via Telehealth platforms.
  • Conduct assessments to evaluate risks, needs, and strengths.
  • Develop tailored service plans to support family stability and reunification.
  • Collaborate with social workers, case managers, and community providers for holistic care.
  • Track progress, document outcomes, and adjust interventions as needed.
  • Advocate for the rights and well-being of the families you serve.
  • Maintain clear, accurate records in line with program requirements.

Why Work With Us

At A Blessing of Hope, employees are never treated like a number — they’re seen, supported, and valued. We care about your success, your growth, and your well-being just as much as we care about the families we serve. Our Nebraska-based leadership is committed to providing guidance, professional development, and a people-centered workplace where you can thrive alongside your team.

What We Offer

Competitive Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour based on experience and licensure, with mileage reimbursement. With our reimbursement and drive time, therapist can earn anywhere between $40-$60 an hour!

Full-Time Benefits

  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Health Insurance (70% of employer paid)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • PTO days + paid holidays
  • 100% paid family leave for Moms AND Dads, after 12-months of FT employment

If you’re ready to make an impact in the lives of children and families while being part of a supportive, small team that cares about you, we’d love to hear from you.

Together, we can create stronger families and brighter futures across Nebraska.

Key Responsibilities

Provide immediate therapeutic support and crisis intervention to families through both in-home and remote sessions. Develop tailored service plans and collaborate with community providers to ensure family stability and successful reunification.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active LMHP, PLMHP, PCMSW, CSW, or be an intern in a Master’s-level Counseling or Social Work program. Experience with the child welfare system and crisis intervention is required, along with the ability to travel for home-based sessions.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Case managementAssessmentService planningCommunicationDocumentationAdvocacy

Counselor Career Context

Confidential Employer ranks #12 of 15 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% are remote, 22% 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 ~$73k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k 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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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 18 employers

401k / retirement match
93% this job
CME allowance
25%
Sign-on bonus
11%
Loan repayment
11%
PSLF eligible
7%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,029 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Lincoln

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$292k
Typical market rent
$1,308/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.6
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.

BEA 2024 · Lincoln, NE metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Health and Human Services
Lincoln, NE
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with employer match
Health Insurance (70% employer paid)
Dental Insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
PTO days + paid holidays
100% paid family leave for Moms AND Dads after 12 months
Mileage reimbursement