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Perimeter Healthcare
Waynesville, Missouri

Licensed Therapist

Counselor / TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

Now hiring therapists- $5,000 sign-on bonus available! Apply today and become part of a supportive, mission-driven team.

Make a Lasting Impact on Young Lives

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of children and teenagers struggling with mental health challenges? Join our dedicated team at Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri, where we're committed to providing premier behavioral healthcare that treats the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

About Us

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Missouri is a residential treatment facility providing care to adolescents. Located in Waynesville, MO, Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri’s goal is to provide a responsive healing environment for patients and to inspire hope and contribute to health and well-being by providing the best care to every patient through integrated clinical practice, education, and compassion.

Your Impact

As a Licensed Therapist on Our Team, You'll

  • Transform lives by conducting thorough psychosocial assessments and developing personalized treatment plans
  • Build crucial support networks by maintaining connections with families and community resources
  • Lead engaging daily group therapy sessions that foster growth and healing
  • Guide successful transitions through strategic discharge planning and follow-up care
  • Serve as a vital link between patients and community mental health resources

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • 401(k) with company match

Work-Life Balance

  • Generous paid time off
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Supportive team environment

Complete Benefits Package

  • Health insurance
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision care
  • Life insurance
  • Optional supplemental insurance plans

Ideal Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling
  • Enrolled in a Master's Program for Social Work or Counseling? Inquire about our internship opportunities!
  • Current unrestricted licensure (LMSW or LPC preferred)
  • Minimum one year of hospital-based psychiatric experience preferred
  • Passion for working with youth and families
  • Commitment to completing CPR and Handle with Care Training within 30 days

Why Choose Perimeter Healthcare?

We're one of the leading mental and behavioral healthcare providers, offering comprehensive treatment programs across multiple states and care settings. Our commitment to excellence and patient-centered care creates an environment where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Join Our Inclusive Team

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our mission of delivering hope and healing to those who need it most.

Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct psychosocial assessments and create individualized treatment plans for adolescent patients, while leading daily group therapy sessions. Coordinate with families and community resources, and support patient transitions through discharge planning and follow-up care.

Requirements

A master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling is sought, and current unrestricted licensure is required, with LMSW or LPC preferred. At least one year of hospital-based psychiatric experience is preferred; candidates must be passionate about working with youth and families and complete CPR and Handle with Care training within 30 days.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment PlanningFamily EngagementCommunity Resource CoordinationYouth Mental HealthPsychiatric Care

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% are remote, 26% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedMental Health Therapy median $78k (middle half $58k–$83k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingMissouri index 90.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Missouri140 active7,873 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 52% remote · 26% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$5k sign-onMissouri Counselor listings: 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $7k) · 16% offer loan repayment225 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,571 in the last 30 days1,547 the 30 days before (+66%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−2.5% 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.

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Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Sign-on bonus
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,846 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Perimeter Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Alpharetta, Georgia
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus $5,000
Comprehensive benefits package
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Flexible scheduling options
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Vision care

Living in Waynesville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$233k
Typical market rent
$1,320/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
State income tax
Up to 5.3%
Sources & methodology

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

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