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Northeast Family Services
Nashua, New Hampshire · Hybrid

Outpatient Therapist - Hybrid Position!

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$43-$50/hr

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Job Description

Northeast Family Services is seeking experienced Outpatient Therapists to join our growing New Hampshire team! This is a hybrid position that will provide therapy in person in our Lancaster office and via telehealth - candidates must be able to do both.

Are you looking for a rewarding career helping children, families and adults? Are you interested in working for a dynamic organization that is invested in its clients and staff? If you’re a dedicated mental health professional seeking a new or additional opportunity, we are looking for you! Don’t miss this career opportunity to join a rapidly growing and well-regarded organization.

The Fee for Service Outpatient Therapist will assess needs and strengths, develop treatment plans and provide diagnostic evaluation, and treatment services utilizing a variety of treatment styles such as individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy in a hybrid environment including in person and telehealth service delivery.

Outpatient Therapist Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in mental health, social work, psychology, counseling or any closely related human services field required
  • Eligibility for NH License as LICSW, LCMHC or LMFT required; active license preferred.
  • Able to maintain NH state professional license; completes required Continuing Education Units (CEs) for renewal.
  • Ensure billing practices are in full compliance with contract requirements
  • Complies with agreed billable hour requirements per week, per pay period.
  • Conducts intakes, assessments, individual, group and family therapy, including case management, in accordance with accepted professional standards.
  • Documents treatment plans, interventions and clinical strategies using the guidance of assigned clinical supervisors.
  • Complete all required clinical documentation in agency’s electronic medical record system, including but not limited to diagnostic assessment, action plans, quarterly updates, progress notes, required assessment tools, etc.
  • Must demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of clinical theory and practice.
  • Must possess strong organizational and clinical communication skills.
  • Strong Computer Literacy
  • Must pass required background check
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
  • Access to a laptop or CPS, high speed, secure internet, and a phone required.

Compensation

  • Fee for Service - $43-$50/hour offered depending on relevant experience and education

Key Responsibilities

The Outpatient Therapist will conduct diagnostic evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide psychotherapy services to children, families, and adults. Responsibilities also include maintaining accurate clinical documentation in the electronic medical record system and performing case management duties.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a mental health-related field and be eligible for a New Hampshire license as an LICSW, LCMHC, or LMFT. Applicants must also possess strong clinical communication skills, computer literacy, and the ability to work in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Treatment planningIndividual therapyGroup therapyCouples therapy

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% are remote, 32% have no call, 68% require no weekends — this position is remote.

The cost-of-living index for New Hampshire is 104.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$97k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $93k in an average-cost state. 60.5% of New Hampshire clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$97k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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