Licensed Therapist - Rawlins, WY

Counselor / TherapistIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60k-$80k

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Job Description

Clinical Therapist (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Location: In-Person Rawlins, WY

Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus

Who We Are

Since 1986, our non-profit organization has been committed to providing rural communities in Wyoming and Idaho with affordable access to life-changing behavioral services.

It is our Mission to effectively listen, guide, and teach those who are at a crossroad in their lives how to build healthy relationships, regulate emotions, and manage stress in order to reduce suffering and reach their potential for happiness and well-being.

Our dedicated team of licensed professionals utilizes therapeutic methods, including counseling, case management, medication management, and crisis services, to enhance the lives and well-being of our clientele.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Clinical Director, the Clinical Therapist provides evidence-based treatment services designed to produce desired results. This role requires maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, administrative staff, and community stakeholders. We are seeking candidates for both full-time and part-time positions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide evidence-based treatment through Feedback Informed Therapy across various modalities.
  • Deliver treatment via individual, couple, child and adolescent, and manualized group treatment.
  • Maintain quality and timely documentation of services encompassing all aspects of patient care.
  • Participate in clinical supervision and training to develop competence in eight professional practice dimensions.
  • Maintain effective working relationships with the Clinical Director, co-workers, and community stakeholders.
  • Participate in on-call services per HCBH rotation, adhering to defined procedures.
  • If you have supervisory skills then lets talk!
  • Candidate Qualifications and Experience

We're looking for passionate professionals who meet the following criteria:

Master’s Degree in a Human-Services related field.

Licensed or licensable to practice therapy in the State of Wyoming and/or Idaho; OR state-recognized certification in the field of addiction.

Knowledge and understanding of competent treatment, including administering clinical evaluations, treatment planning, appropriate referrals, service coordination, documentation practices, and professional ethics.

  • High degree of organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for HCBH insurance coverage(s).
  • Successful completion of HCBH pre-employment screening and background check.

Compensation and Benefits

  • We value our employees and offer a highly competitive package, including:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance
  • Time Off: Generous PTO Package and Paid Holidays
  • Retirement: Wyoming Retirement Plan (9.25% Employee / 9.37% Employer)

Note: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to walk, stand, sit, and use hands. Occasionally, the employee may be required to stoop, crouch, or kneel and exert or lift up to 25 pounds.

$5,000 sign-on bonus - Terms and conditions apply, email jessin@hcbh.org for more info.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

High Country Behavioral Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to cultivating an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

High Country Behavioral Health celebrates diversity and believes it is critical to our success. As such, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented individuals to join our team.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to make a significant, positive impact on rural communities in Wyoming and Idaho, we encourage you to apply today!

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Therapist provides evidence-based treatment services including individual, couple, and group therapy to clients in a rural setting. They are responsible for maintaining timely clinical documentation, participating in on-call rotations, and collaborating with the clinical team and community stakeholders.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a human-services related field and possess a valid license or certification to practice therapy in Wyoming or Idaho. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong organizational skills, and a valid driver's license are also required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical therapyClinical evaluationCommunicationTime management

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% are remote, 40% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Wyoming is 92.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $76k in an average-cost state. 57.2% of Wyoming clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$60k–$80kMental Health Therapy median $95k (middle half $85k–$118k)214 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$76k in purchasing powerWyoming index 92.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Wyoming10 active7,948 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 72% remote · 40% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$5k sign-onUS Counselor listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 15% offer loan repayment13,737 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Wyoming has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$70k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution

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<$75k
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$75k-90k
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$90k-105k
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$105k-120k
10
$120k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 13 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
Sign-on bonus
54% this job
CME allowance
19%
Loan repayment
8%
PSLF eligible
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 1.5
Below most Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,942 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About High Country Behavioral Health

Mental Health Care
Afton, Wyoming
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
Generous PTO
Paid Holidays
Wyoming Retirement Plan (9.25% Employee / 9.37% Employer)
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Living in Rawlins

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$215k≈ 3.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$923/mo≈ 18% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
13 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.