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Perimeter Healthcare
Waynesville, Missouri

Licensed Therapist

CounselorFull-Time

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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 Missouri, where we're committed to providing premier behavioral healthcare that treats the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

About Us

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Missouri is a residential treatment facility providing care to adolescents. Located in Waynesville, MO, Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri’s goal is to provide a responsive healing environment for patients and to inspire hope and contribute to health and well-being by providing the best care to every patient through integrated clinical practice, education, and compassion.

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

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
  • Enrolled in a Master's Program for Social Work or Counseling? Inquire about our internship opportunities!
  • 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 Licensed Therapist will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop personalized treatment plans, and lead daily group therapy sessions for adolescents. They will also serve as a liaison between patients and community mental health resources while managing discharge planning.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling and possess 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

Treatment planningCrisis interventionMental health counselingCase managementPatient advocacyFamily supportPsychiatric care

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 26% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Counselor Jobs

43 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution38 jobs · 34 employers

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<$75k
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$75k-95k
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$95k-115k
5
$115k-135k
1
$135k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks35 jobs · 34 employers

401k / retirement match
89% this job
CME allowance
43%
PSLF eligible
29%
Loan repayment
26%
Sign-on bonus
20%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,084 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Waynesville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$233k
Typical market rent
$1,326/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
State income tax
Up to 5.3%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Perimeter Healthcare

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Benefits & Perks

401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Flexible scheduling
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Vision care
Life insurance
Optional supplemental insurance