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Gotham Enterprises
New York, New York

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMFT, LCSW, LMHC)

Social WorkerNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$115k-$120k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) – New York
  • Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
  • Salary: $115,000–$120,000 per year + full benefits

We are looking for an LMHC licensed in New York to provide counseling services to individuals and families. The role is focused on direct client work, thoughtful clinical decision-making, and maintaining clear records throughout the course of care. You will work with clients facing a range of mental health concerns and collaborate with other professionals when a case calls for additional input or support.

  • What the Role Involves
  • Meet with clients for scheduled counseling sessions
  • Review presenting concerns and relevant background information
  • Establish a clear plan for treatment based on each case
  • Provide therapy using methods appropriate to the client’s needs
  • Keep progress notes and required clinical records current
  • Coordinate with other providers when needed

Follow New York Licensing and Ethical Guidelines

  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related field.
  • Active New York State license (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT).
  • Minimum of two years in clinical counseling.
  • Specialization in family therapy, trauma, or addiction is highly desirable.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Premium health insurance options.
  • Employer-matched 401(k) plan.
  • Generous paid leave and holiday schedule.
  • Additional benefits, including life insurance.
  • Apply today and tell us about your clinical experience.

Key Responsibilities

The counselor will conduct individual and family therapy sessions while developing and implementing personalized treatment plans. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate clinical records and coordinating care with other professionals as necessary.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and possess an active New York State license (LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT). A minimum of two years of clinical counseling experience is required.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Mental health assessmentTreatment planningTrauma-informed careAddiction counselingClinical documentationCase managementEthical compliance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMFT, LCSW, LMHC) at Gotham Enterprises a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Social Work — ranked against 6,264 active Social Work listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Social Worker Career Context

Gotham Enterprises ranks #1 of 15 employers hiring Social Worker on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 82/100, 569 active listings.

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 24% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$118k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $109k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
88% this job
Sign-on bonus
27%
CME allowance
27%
Loan repayment
12%
PSLF eligible
9%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 60% of Social Work listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,264 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$876k≈ 7.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$4,154/mo≈ 43% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
40 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Gotham Enterprises

Hospitals and Health Care
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51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Premium health insurance options
Employer-matched 401(k) plan
Generous paid leave and holiday schedule
Life insurance