BA/BS Counselor | Potentials Intervention
Listed compensation
$18.36/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
- Job Location: Main Street Building - Leesburg, FL
- Position Type: Full Time
- Education Level: 4 Year Degree
- Salary Range: $18.36
- Job Shift: Day
Job Purpose: - The BA/BS Counselor at LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER is responsible for providing comprehensive counseling services to clients, utilizing evidence-based practices to support their mental health and well-being.
The role involves assessing client needs, developing treatment plans, and delivering therapeutic interventions to help clients achieve their personal and therapeutic goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of clients to understand their mental health needs and challenges. - Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each client's specific needs. - Provide individual and group counseling sessions using evidence-based therapeutic techniques. - Monitor and evaluate clients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure effective outcomes. - Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and stakeholders to coordinate care and provide holistic support for clients. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with relevant regulations. - Participate in ongoing professional development and training to stay current with advancements in counseling practices. - Provide crisis intervention and support to clients in emergency situations. - Educate clients and their families about mental health issues and available resources. - Contribute to the development and implementation of community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
Qualifications
Required Education: - Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
Required Experience: - Minimum of 2 years of experience in a counseling or mental health setting. - Experience working with diverse populations and understanding of cultural competencies. - Proven track record of developing and implementing effective counseling plans.
Required Skills and Abilities: - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. - Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. - Proficiency in using electronic health records and other clinical software. - Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. - High level of empathy, patience, and sensitivity in dealing with clients. - Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines. LifeStream
Benefits
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Short Term Disability Pension Plan 403(b) PTO (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!) Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Reimbursement Program Free Telehealth Services And More!
Key Responsibilities
The counselor is responsible for conducting mental health assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing therapeutic interventions for clients. They also collaborate with healthcare professionals, maintain accurate client records, and provide crisis support as needed.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field. A minimum of 2 years of experience in a counseling or mental health setting is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates BA/BS Counselor | Potentials Intervention at Lifestream Behavioral Center a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Behavioral Health Counseling — ranked against 32 active Behavioral Health Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
Behavioral Health Counseling — Counselor Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$37k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $36k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% are remote, 24% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.2 / 10 · above average in behavioral health counseling | ranked against 32 Behavioral Health Counseling listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$36k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Counselor listings in Florida | 621 active | 13,602 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 54% remote · 24% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida Counselor listings: 6% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 10% offer loan repayment621 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Counselor pay trend | −2.0% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$37k midpoint, that is roughly $1k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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