Licensed Therapist
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Job Description
Licensed Therapist
Job Description
PATH Behavioral Healthcare
TITLE: Provisionally/Fully Licensed Staff
RESPONSIBLE TO: Clinical Supervisor
Work Area
Slidell, Lafayette, LA. In office/community
Summary
Path Behavioral Healthcare is dedicated to redefining the mental health care experience by offering clients a fully integrated system of care, built on a foundation of zero barrier access.
We are driven by the belief that everyone deserves compassionate, high-quality mental health care, especially those who have been historically underserved.
We're seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Therapist who shares our passion for breaking down barriers and will be a driving force in making mental health care accessible and transformative for all.
You'll be an essential part of our unique, collaborative care team, working alongside licensed, provisionally licensed and unlicensed staff as well as nurse practitioners.
This integrated approach ensures that our clients receive well-rounded, seamless care, eliminating the obstacles that often stand in the way of mental health treatment. Your expertise, empathy, and innovation will enable you to make a profound impact on the lives of our clients and their families.
By joining Path Behavioral Healthcare, you'll contribute to creating a more inclusive and equitable mental health care system, where no one is left behind.
Key Responsibilities
1. Provide evidence-based CPST and PSR services where assigned.
2. Collaborate closely with our multidisciplinary care team to develop customized treatment plans and ensure holistic care for clients.
3. Engage in ongoing professional development to stay at the forefront of best practices and emerging trends in mental health care.
4. Champion mental health awareness and equitable access to care within the community.
Education
Candidate must have a Master’s Degree in Counseling (MC), Social Work (MSW), Clinical Psychology (MCP), Family Therapy (MFT), Health Counselor (MHC), or Science/Psych (MSPSY) by an accredited university.
Licensure: Candidates must possess one of the following licenses: PLPC/LPC/LPCS, PLMFT/LMFT/LMFTS, CSW/LMSW/LCSW
Preferred Experience/Skills: 1 year of clinical experience, preferably in an outpatient setting.
Communication Skills: Candidates must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate professionally via telephone and in writing. Strong grammar and writing skills are crucial for clear and concise communication with clients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Candidates must achieve competency in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) program, telemedicine services, and any additional software programs utilized by the company, ensuring efficient access and updating of client information. The role requires fine dexterity, adept handling, and proficient gripping abilities to perform various tasks.
Background: The candidate must pass all federal and state background checks, and their educational and work history will be confirmed in compliance with company policies.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Telehealth
- Employer paid Life insurance of $10,000
- Voluntary Life insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- EAP (Employer Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Requirements
Must hold a Master's degree in a relevant counseling or psychology field and possess a valid professional license (LPC, LMFT, or LCSW). Preferred candidates have one year of clinical experience, particularly in an outpatient setting.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Therapist at Phoenix Group Home a 7.2 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 7,479 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 84% are remote, 18% have no call, 54% require no weekends.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 25% in mental health therapy (counseling) | ranked against 7,479 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Mental Health Therapy median $73k (middle half $63k–$83k)306 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Louisiana index 88.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Louisiana | 40 active | 7,494 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 84% remote · 18% no call · 54% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US counselor listings (all specialties): 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 13% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,561 in the last 30 days | 1,376 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | −1.9% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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