Pays $60K - $95K — Counselor market median is ~$83k (52 jobs) · Top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) for work-life (7.9/10, vs 7,095 in this specialty)

West Texas Counseling & Guidance

Hobbs, New Mexico

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMSW, LPCC, LMHC, LMFT, or LCP)

Counselor Top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)No weekendsFull-Time

Posted 2mo ago

About the Role

Monday-Friday, 8-5. No weekends. $60K-$95K. Flexible schedule. Full benefits. Rural community mental health. Actually help people in the Permian Basin.

Join West Texas Counseling & Guidance as a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMSW, LPCC, LMHC, LMFT, or LCP) in Hobbs, New Mexico.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct thorough assessments and diagnostic evaluations to determine clients' mental health needs.

Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each client's goals and challenges.

Provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy services.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and documentation in compliance with all legal and ethical standards.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling (M. A. or M. S.), or Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) from an accredited program.

Current and valid LCSW, LMSW, LPCC, LMHC, LMFT, or LCP licensure in the State of New Mexico.

Strong commitment to ethical and culturally competent mental health practice.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $60K - $95K

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Work with West Texas Counseling & Guidance in Hobbs, New Mexico.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Individual TherapyGroup CounselingDiagnostic EvaluationTreatment PlanningCognitive Behavioral TherapyCognitive Processing TherapyEMDRCouples CounselingFamily CounselingPlay TherapyAnger ManagementCase ConsultationClinical DocumentationCultural CompetenceInterpersonal Communication

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 7.9/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.

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About West Texas Counseling & Guidance

Mental Health Care

San Angelo, Texas

51-200 employees

Website

Benefits & Perks

Flexible schedule

Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan Options

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)