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Milestone
Southaven, Mississippi

Mental Health Therapist

Counselor / TherapistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Milestone LLC is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Therapist to join our dynamic team. As a leading provider of mental health services, we are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of our clients through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and supportive counseling.

In this role, you will provide individual and group therapy sessions, allowing clients to explore their mental health challenges in a safe and encouraging environment. You will work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that align with their goals and promote their overall well-being.

Our ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a genuine desire to help others on their healing journey. You will have the opportunity to engage in ongoing professional development, enhancing your skills and knowledge in the mental health field.

At Milestone LLC, we foster a culture of learning and teamwork, where every team member plays an essential role in providing exceptional care.

If you are looking to make a meaningful difference in the community while advancing your career, we invite you to apply and become part of our mission to support mental health and wellness for all.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine client needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Provide individual and group therapy sessions that empower clients to achieve their therapeutic goals.

Utilize various therapeutic modalities to address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress and treatment interventions in accordance with legal and ethical standards.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and support staff to ensure a holistic approach to client care.

  • Monitor and evaluate client progress, making necessary adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
  • Facilitate workshops or support groups to promote mental health awareness and coping strategies within the community.
  • Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field
  • Experience working with a diverse client population in a clinical setting.
  • Strong knowledge of mental health disorders and treatment modalities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish rapport with clients.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a caseload effectively.
  • Complete Intake, assessments, ISP, safety plans, and other mental health related assessments.
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development

Requirements

A master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field is required, along with clinical experience serving a diverse client population. Candidates should have knowledge of mental health disorders and treatment approaches, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing a caseload.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Mental Health AssessmentTreatment PlanningIndividual TherapyClient Progress MonitoringClinical DocumentationInterdisciplinary CollaborationCase ManagementCaseload ManagementSafety PlanningWorkshop Facilitation

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% are remote, 28% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Mississippi is 87.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.9% of Mississippi clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedMental Health Therapy median $95k (middle half $85k–$118k)214 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingMississippi index 87.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Mississippi59 active7,826 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 64% remote · 28% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
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.

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About Milestone

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Benefits & Perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development

Living in Southaven

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$249k
Typical market rent
$1,575/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.2
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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