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Primary Therapist

CounselorFull-Time

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Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: 10T10 - 1017 N Olive LLC - West Palm Beach, FL 33401, Position Summary: The Primary Therapist at WE LEVEL UP is responsible for delivering high-quality therapeutic services to clients, focusing on mental health and substance abuse treatment.

This role involves conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing ongoing therapy to support clients in their recovery journey. The Primary Therapist will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care and optimal outcomes for clients.

Position Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate clients' mental health and substance use disorders. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and client goals.

Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions using evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to meet changing needs and goals. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and ensure continuity of treatment.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes. Participate in regular team meetings and case conferences to discuss client progress and treatment strategies. Provide crisis intervention as needed and develop safety plans for clients at risk.

Educate clients and families about mental health and substance use disorders, treatment options, and coping strategies. Stay informed about the latest research and developments in mental health and addiction treatment to enhance service delivery.

Qualifications

Required Education: Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited institution. CPR Certification Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a therapeutic setting, preferably in a mental health or substance abuse treatment environment.

Proven track record of developing and implementing individualized treatment plans. Experience in conducting individual and group therapy sessions. Familiarity with evidence-based therapeutic modalities and interventions.

Required Skills and Abilities: Strong understanding of mental health disorders and therapeutic techniques. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with clients and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in all professional interactions. Proficiency in maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt treatment approaches based on client needs and progress.

Empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to helping clients achieve their therapeutic goals.

Key Responsibilities

The Primary Therapist is responsible for conducting comprehensive mental health and substance abuse assessments to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. They provide evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality client care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field and possess a valid CPR certification. A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a therapeutic setting is required, along with proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic modalities.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Mental health assessmentIndividual therapyTreatment planningSafety planningEvidence-based practiceMultidisciplinary collaboration

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 34% are remote, 34% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 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.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks34 jobs

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
47%
Sign-on bonus
29%
Loan repayment
21%
PSLF eligible
6%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.3this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,885 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in West Palm Beach

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$470k
Typical market rent
$2,377/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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