Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor: Part-Time
Listed compensation
$15-$19/hr
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Job Description
Agency Overview
Since 1982 Wellspring has championed mental health recovery in Louisville. Serving some of the most vulnerable people in our community, Wellspring is a pillar of hope. We support adults in building healthy & hopeful lives through behavioral health, supporting housing, & employment services.
We believe recovery is possible for all people with psychiatric disabilities and our recovery-oriented programming incorporates person-centered care & utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach.
Wellspring’s success depends on our highly qualified and dedicated staff. We hire individuals who are committed to excellent service to our clients, to each other, and to the community. We value diversity, equity, & inclusion and encourage all people to apply!
What employees say about Wellspring...
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor
Make a direct impact in someone’s recovery…every shift.
Wellspring is seeking a compassionate and dependable Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor to support adults living with serious mental illness through their recovery journey. This is a hands-on role for someone who can build trust, remain steady during difficult moments, and help clients strengthen the everyday skills they need to live more independently.
You will provide supportive counseling, assist with daily living activities, monitor self-administration of medication, facilitate groups and social interaction, respond to crises, and help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment. This position is an excellent opportunity to gain meaningful behavioral health experience while making a visible difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor of Arts (BA) is preferred.
At least one year of experience providing support, supervision, coaching, assistance, or daily living support to individuals in a behavioral health, social service, residential, community-based, healthcare, educational, or related human services setting is required for applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in a related field (e. g., psychology, social work, human services, sociology, etc.) may substitute relevant education for the one-year experience requirement.
Salary
$15 - $19 per hour
Shift/Schedule
- Part-time: 11:45 AM - 6 PM (2-3 days per week)
- Part-time: 3:45 PM and 12:00 AM (2-3 days per week)
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening. This position is a part of an annual, random drug-testing program.
This position requires a criminal background check, clearances of state and federal background checks, multiple abuse/sex offender registries, and clearance of exclusion lists prior to employment.
Must have access to a personal, registered, and insured vehicle to transport clients (when company vehicles aren't available) and to travel between client locations and related appointments.
Must possess a valid, active driver's license and be in good standing.
The Benefit That's Hard to Find
One of the biggest reasons our employees stay at Wellspring is something harder to list on a benefits sheet: you can actually make and see your impact here. We pride ourselves in being large enough to make a difference and small enough that your voice matters. Being a mission-driven nonprofit with a collaborative culture, employees have the ability to:
- Work autonomously
- Advocate for clients
- Implement ideas quickly by working closely with those who can make fast decisions
Focus on Care Rather Than Bureaucracy
In other words, less red tape and more meaningful work.
For Our Part-time Employees, We Offer
Time to Recharge
- Generous paid time off (PTO) starting after 90 days of employment
- 9 paid holidays
Financial Security
401(k) with 100% employer match up to 4%
Support for the Work You Do
- Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
- Collaborative culture where staff ideas are heard and can quickly translate into improvements
- Free downtown parking
- Use of company vehicle, when available
Key Responsibilities
The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor provides supportive counseling, monitors medication, and facilitates social interaction to assist adults with serious mental illness. They also respond to crises and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for clients.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Key Skills
Psychiatry — Counselor Career Context
Of the 40 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 15% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Counselor pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor: Part-Time at Wellspring a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Psychiatry (Counseling) — ranked against 63 active Psychiatry (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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