Low Barrier and Intake Counselor
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Spectrum Youth and Family Services as a Low Barrier and Intake Counselor – Youth Services in United States. Join our Riverstone Counseling, Spectrum Youth & Family Services outpatient counseling program, as a Low Barrier and Intake Counselor. This dynamic role integrates clinical counseling, program intake, and youth service coordination across multiple Spectrum programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain licensure and CEUs.
- Engage in professional learning.
- Contribute to a collaborative team.
- Support quality improvement efforts.
Requirements
- Independent licensure (LCMHC, LICSW, LADC).
- Training in evidence
- based practices (MI, CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, CAMS, etc.). Working Environment Office and community settings including drop
- in centers, schools or other community settings. Requires sitting, standing, lifting up to 10 lbs, and local travel.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $56K - $60K
- 401(k) with employer match.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Spectrum Youth and Family Services in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Low Barrier and Intake Counselor at Spectrum Youth and Family Services a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Clinical Psychology physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Clinical Psychology — Physician Career Context
This Clinical Psychology position at Spectrum Youth and Family Services is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Nationally, Clinical Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $95k, with the typical range spanning $70k to $140k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
Spectrum Youth and Family Services lists compensation for this physician position at $56k to $60k annually.
This is approximately 39% below the national median for Clinical Psychology professionals, which is around $95k.
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Burlington, Vermont.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Transparent compensation ($56k–$60k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Clinical Counseling, Program Intake, Mental Health Assessment, Substance Use Assessment, SBIRT Screenings, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Clinical Psychology role.
Core responsibilities: The counselor provides mental health and substance use assessments and integrated therapy for youth and young adults. Responsibilities include managing intakes, coordinating referrals, and delivering low-barrier engagement in community settings.
Benefits package: Health Insurance, HRA, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accrued Vacation. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Clinical Psychology physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (1)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
5d ago
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