Licensed Therapist (LAC, LPC, PLMSW, LMSW, LCSW)
Listed compensation
$60k-$65k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Licensed Therapist Position
Make a Lasting Impact on Young Lives
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of children and teenagers struggling with mental health challenges? Join our dedicated team at Perimeter Behavioral of the Ozarks in Springdale Arkansas, where we're committed to providing premier behavioral healthcare that treats the whole person, not just the diagnosis.
About Us
We are a leading residential behavioral health facility specializing in inpatient psychiatric treatment for youth. Our patient-centered, collaborative approach combines mental health care with physical wellbeing to deliver comprehensive, life-changing results.
Your Impact
As a Licensed Therapist on Our Team, You'll
- Transform lives by conducting thorough psychosocial assessments and developing personalized treatment plans
- Build crucial support networks by maintaining connections with families and community resources
- Lead engaging daily group therapy sessions that foster growth and healing
- Guide successful transitions through strategic discharge planning and follow-up care
- Serve as a vital link between patients and community mental health resources
- Serve as a vital part of the programming that ensures our youth success through individual, group, activities, and family therapy.
What We Offer: ·Competitive Compensation, Comprehensive benefits package, 401(k) with company match, Work-Life Balance, Generous paid time off, Flexible scheduling options' Supportive team environment, Complete Benefits Package, Health insurance, Dental coverage, Vision care, Life insurance, Optional supplemental insurance plans
Ideal Qualifications
- Master's degree in social work, Psychology, or Counseling
- Current unrestricted licensure (LMSW or LPC preferred)
- Minimum one year of hospital-based psychiatric experience
- Passion for working with youth and families
- Commitment to completing CPR and Handle with Care Training within 30 days
Why Choose Perimeter Healthcare?
We're one of the leading mental and behavioral healthcare providers, offering comprehensive treatment programs across multiple states and care settings. Our commitment to excellence and patient-centered care creates an environment where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Join Our Inclusive Team We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our mission of delivering hope and healing to those who need it most.
Key Responsibilities
The therapist will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop personalized treatment plans, and lead daily group therapy sessions. They will also manage discharge planning and maintain essential connections between patients, families, and community resources.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling and possess a current unrestricted licensure such as LMSW or LPC. A minimum of one year of hospital-based psychiatric experience is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% are remote, 36% have no call, 84% require no weekends.
Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $60k–$65k | Social Work median $72k (middle half $62k–$83k)338 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$72k in purchasing power | Arkansas index 86.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Social Work listings in Arkansas | 56 active | 6,365 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 54% remote · 36% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US Social Worker listings: 7% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 4% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Social Work listings | 2,378 in the last 30 days | 1,481 the 30 days before (+61%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Social Work pay trend | −1.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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