Mental Health Therapist
Listed compensation
$19k-$62k
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic Mental Health Therapist to join our dedicated team in a hybrid position across private practice and school-based settings. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive mental health services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
Your expertise will help individuals navigate emotional challenges, develop coping strategies, and achieve their personal goals.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact through evidence-based therapies, crisis intervention, and holistic patient care within outpatient and inpatient settings. The ideal candidate will be energetic, motivated, and committed to fostering positive mental h
Qualifications
Active Florida License or Registered Intern Status
- Master’s degree from a CACREP-accredited or equivalent program.
- Proof of credentials and liability insurance (if required).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with TherapyNotes or similar EHR.
- Passed Cleared to Care Background Check
Core Responsibilities
- Respond to client inquiries within 24 hours.
- Conduct clinical assessments and develop treatment plans.
- Provide individual, couples, family, or group therapy sessions.
- Document client progress and submit timely billing.
- Submit work hours monthly by the specified deadline.
- Maintain a flexible, client-accessible schedule.
- Participate in team meetings and trainings.
- Protect client confidentiality and uphold HIPAA compliance.
- Promote Healing Wounds Healthcare within the community.
- Continue education in evidenced-based therapy approaches for trauma, crisis intervention, or related areas.
Performance Indicators
- Timely client response and accurate clinical documentation.
- Evidence of client progress and satisfaction.
- Adherence to ethical, legal, and clinical standards.
- Active participation in supervision and professional growth activities.
Join us to empower individuals on their journey toward mental well-being! We value mental health professionals who are eager to apply their skills in a supportive environment that prioritizes growth and positive change. All roles are compensated positions that contribute meaningfully to the health of our communities.
Minimum of 12 client sessions per week
Pay: $360.00 - $1,000.00 per week
Work Location
Hybrid — Private Practice in Leesburg, FL (34748) and school-based settings throughout Lake County, FL
Key Responsibilities
The therapist will conduct clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual, couples, family, or group therapy sessions. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation, submitting billing, and participating in team meetings.
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, 68% are remote, 26% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Mental Health Therapy median $54k (middle half $48k–$67k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Florida | 325 active | 7,599 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 68% remote · 26% no call · 48% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida counselor listings (all specialties): 6% state a sign-on bonus (median $4k) · 12% offer loan repayment577 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,551 in the last 30 days | 1,401 the 30 days before (+82%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | −3.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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