Therapist - Child and Family (Community Based)
Listed compensation
$50K–$63K /yr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Offering a $2,000 Signing Bonus for This Position
Ready to make a real impact where it matters most?
Riverbend Community Mental Health—a leader in New Hampshire’s mental health landscape—is looking for a passionate Therapist - Child & Family (Community Based) to join our Child & Family team.
Riverbend, we believe healing happens where life happens. You won’t just be sitting in an office; you’ll be a vital part of the community, supporting children and families in their homes, schools, and neighborhoods.
Why Join Us?
Join one of the largest and most respected providers in the state. We offer a collaborative environment where your clinical growth is supported, and your work directly changes the trajectory of local families’ lives. We offer a supportive work environment where your contributions truly matter.
What You’ll Do
Empower Families: Provide high-quality individual, family, and/or group therapy using evidence-based practices that work.
Be a Clinical Advocate: Offer expert consultation, case management, and crisis intervention when families need it most. Complete clinical assessments and individual/family-centered treatment planning.
Meet People Where They Are: Deliver flexible, community-based care that breaks down barriers to mental health and reduces stigma.
Requirements
What You’ll Bring
- A Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or a related field.
- License-eligible in New Hampshire as LCMHC, LICSW, or LMFT is preferred.
- A valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and auto insurance with minimum coverage of 100,00/300,00 are essential.
- Ability to work one to two evening hours per week.
- A heart for community-based work and a belief in the resilience of children.
Outstanding Benefits & Perks
Competitive wages $50,000 - $63,000 Annually depending on level of education and experience.
Offering a $2,000 Signing Bonus for This Position
- Clinical supervision for licensure available.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual and 8 Paid Holidays.
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities to grow your career.
- Approved site for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Apply today and help us build a stronger, healthier community!
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality individual, family, and group therapy using evidence-based practices within community settings. Perform clinical assessments, treatment planning, and crisis intervention to support children and families in their homes and schools.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist - Child and Family (Community Based) at Riverbend Community Mental Health a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,851 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% are remote, 30% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New Hampshire is 104.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$57k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $54k in an average-cost state. 60.5% of New Hampshire clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 25% in mental health therapy (counseling) | ranked against 7,851 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $50k–$63k | Mental Health Therapy median $73k (middle half $65k–$86k)330 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$54k in purchasing power | New Hampshire index 104.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in New Hampshire | 43 active | 7,907 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 64% remote · 30% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
Location & Logistics
New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$57k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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