Lead Therapist (Licensed)/LPC, LCSW, LMSW, LMFT/BH Admission Evaluation/Full Time/Day

This Mental Health Therapy position at UHS is open to counselor candidates.

Licensed counselors and therapists are in high demand as mental health awareness grows, with telehealth platforms creating new opportunities for remote practice.

This position is based in Amarillo, Texas.

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a counselor earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Clinical Activities Support, Departmental Operations, Chart Audits, Treatment Services Compliance, Documentation Review, Data Collection, Staff Training, Onboarding. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Mental Health Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Lead Therapist supports clinical activities and special projects under the Department Director, assisting with daily operations such as chart audits, monitoring compliance, and verifying documentation effectiveness. This role also involves training new hires, monitoring staff professional action...

Benefits package: Retention Bonus Program, Loan Forgiveness Program, Competitive Compensation, Generous Paid Time Off, Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans, 401(K) with company match, Discounted stock plan, SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.