Therapist - Child & Family Services
Listed compensation
$52k-$80k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Position Details
Provide quality mental health treatment as part of an interdisciplinary team that facilitates healthy development of children/youth and increased family stability. Services are family-centered, delivered primarily in the home/community to support the work.
Position includes assessment, individual and family therapy, and crisis response. Positive outcomes are achieved through purposeful and respectful relationships rooted in trauma-informed care, hope, and evidence-based research.
We support our employees with a robust benefits package, quality supervision, flexible scheduling, a vibrant work culture, ongoing training opportunities, and avenues for career growth. Ideal candidates will bring a willingness to explore bias, equity issues, successes, and challenges with empathy and curiosity, crucial for thriving and advancing within our organization.
Position Requirements
- Master's degree in social work or related field
- State License (LMSW / LLMSW / LPC etc.) required
- Bilingual / Spanish preferred
- Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and clean driving record
- Prior experience working with children and families
- Knowledge of school systems/supports in Kent County preferred
We understand that candidates may have unique experiences and skills that aren't always reflected in a job description. If you feel you could contribute to our team, please apply.
Learn More About Arbor Circle
- 401k with match
Focus on Well Being
- 1. Employee Assistance Program
- 2. Paid sick time
- 3. Supportive and fulfilling culture
- Equity and inclusion focused affinity and work groups
- Market driven and equitable salary practices
Learn more at arborcircle.org/careers.
If you require alternative methods of application or screening, you must approach this employer directly to request this as the platforms you may see this posting are not responsible for the employer's application process.
Key Responsibilities
Provide mental health treatment and family-centered services primarily in home or community settings. Conduct assessments, individual and family therapy, and crisis response as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in social work or a related field and a valid state license (LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, etc.). Candidates must have a valid driver's license and prior experience working with children and families.
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, 38% are remote, 22% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $52k–$80k | Mental Health Therapy median $80k (middle half $65k–$83k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$68k in purchasing power | Michigan index 96.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Michigan | 226 active | 7,845 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 38% remote · 22% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Michigan Counselor listings: 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $4k) · 30% offer loan repayment304 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | +1.0% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Top Counselor Jobs
34 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution
34 jobs · 23 employersAnnual compensation range
Benefits & Perks
31 jobs · 23 employersShare of similar jobs offering each benefit
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist - LICSW/LPCC/LMFT
LifeStance Health · Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Licensed Clinical Therapist (LSCSW, LCPC, LCMFT) Sign-on Bonus $5,000
LifeStance Health · Lawrence, Kansas
Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW LPC LMSW LMFT)
$90k-$114kChild and Adolescent Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW LMFT LPC LMSW) (copy)
$90k-$114k