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Abilene, Texas

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate- LPC-A

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$20-$25/hr

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Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
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Job Description

About the Role

The Neighborhood Clinic in Northwest TX is looking for a passionate and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) to join their growing team. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families in the local community while building your clinical career under experienced supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Provide individual, group, and/or family counseling services to a diverse client population
  • Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
  • Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with state and agency standards
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate client care and referrals
  • Participate in regular clinical supervision as required by LPC-A licensure guidelines
  • Apply evidence-based therapeutic modalities to support client mental health goals

Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards set by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors

Requirements

  • Active LPC-Associate (LPC-A) license issued by the State of Texas
  • Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field
  • Ability to work under the supervision of a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S)
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-centered approach
  • Experience or coursework in trauma-informed care, CBT, or other evidence-based practices preferred
  • Ability to maintain professional boundaries and handle sensitive situations with empathy and discretion
  • Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems is a plus

About Us

The Neighborhood Clinic is a trusted community health resource in Northwest, TX, committed to providing accessible, compassionate care to those who need it most. Patients choose The Neighborhood Clinic for its welcoming environment and dedication to whole-person wellness. Staff thrive here because of the supportive culture, meaningful mission, and the opportunity to truly impact the community they serve.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Individual counselingGroup counselingTreatment planningMultidisciplinary collaboration

Counselor Career Context

Careerplug holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 83/100, 52 active listings.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$47k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $48k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$47k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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