Licensed Professional Counselor Associate- LPC-A
Listed compensation
$20-$25/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
About the Role
The Neighborhood Clinic in Northwest TX is looking for a passionate and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) to join their growing team. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families in the local community while building your clinical career under experienced supervision.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual, group, and/or family counseling services to a diverse client population
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with state and agency standards
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate client care and referrals
- Participate in regular clinical supervision as required by LPC-A licensure guidelines
- Apply evidence-based therapeutic modalities to support client mental health goals
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards set by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
Requirements
- Active LPC-Associate (LPC-A) license issued by the State of Texas
- Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field
- Ability to work under the supervision of a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-centered approach
- Experience or coursework in trauma-informed care, CBT, or other evidence-based practices preferred
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and handle sensitive situations with empathy and discretion
- Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems is a plus
About Us
The Neighborhood Clinic is a trusted community health resource in Northwest, TX, committed to providing accessible, compassionate care to those who need it most. Patients choose The Neighborhood Clinic for its welcoming environment and dedication to whole-person wellness. Staff thrive here because of the supportive culture, meaningful mission, and the opportunity to truly impact the community they serve.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$47k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $48k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 20% have no call, 54% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $42k–$52k | Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) median $49k (middle half $42k–$54k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$48k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Counseling listings in Texas | 46 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All licensed professional counselor (lpc) listings in Texas | 679 active | 12,911 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 58% remote · 20% no call · 54% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas counselor listings (all specialties): 8% state a sign-on bonus · 22% offer loan repayment679 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Counseling listings | 327 in the last 30 days | 220 the 30 days before (+49%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Careerplug | silver tier, 80/100 | Top Employers work-life index50 active listings |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$47k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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