Christian Mental Health Therapist
Listed compensation
$60k-$70k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- Small Caseload
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Benefits/Perks
- Work with a supportive team
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Compensation
Job Summary
We are seeking a Florida licensed Mental Health Therapist with a Christian worldview to join our team! Caseload is limited to a maximum of 15 boys in residence.
In this role, you will diagnose and treat psychological disorders, teach communication skills, assist adolescent residents and their families in addressing dysfunctional behaviors, and guide them through crises.
If you are an experienced therapist passionate about providing high-quality care and mental health solutions, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Perform intake assessments
- Provide mental health therapy for individuals, couples, families, and children
- Create individualized program plans for each client
- Use evidence-based treatment methods to facilitate group and individual sessions
- Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of resident information and progress plan
- Perform regular wellness checks
- Adhere to all facility and licensing standards
Qualifications
Master's level degree in counseling, social work, or similar field to include Florida licensure in good standing
- Previous experience as a mental health therapist in a residential setting preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certified - can be obtained during onboarding
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly organized
- Critical thinking skills, willing to challenge residents and families when necessary
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 34% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$65k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $63k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$65k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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