Contract Counselor – Part-Ti
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Job Description
At Appleseed Community Mental Health Center, we walk with individuals and families on their journey to live healthy, whole, and productive lives. We provide comprehensive, integrated mental health and support services. We are currently seeking part-time contract counselors who want the flexibility to set their own schedule and work a hybrid model while making a meaningful impact in the community.
Role Overview
As a Contract Counselor, you will provide mental health counseling and therapeutic support to clients facing emotional, psychological, or situational challenges. You’ll collaborate with clients to assess their needs, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide evidence-based interventions. This role is ideal for licensed professionals seeking flexible hours without the obligation of full-time employment or benefits.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct mental health assessments and develop treatment plans.
- Provide individual and/or group counseling sessions (in-person and telehealth).
- Educate clients on mental health, coping strategies, and personal growth.
- Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team when needed.
- Participate in ongoing professional development as required for licensure.
What We’re Looking For
- Master’s degree in related field required.
- Ohio licensure to provide counseling/psychotherapy services (LPC, LSW, LISW, LPCC, etc.).
- Previous experience in counseling or mental health settings is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
What We Offer
- Flexible schedule – you choose your hours within Appleseed’s business hours:
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Required attendance at a weekly one-hour staff meeting (in person or virtual)
- Hybrid work environment (combination of telehealth and in-person sessions).
- Competitive hourly rate on a contract basis.
- Opportunity to make a difference while maintaining work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
The Contract Counselor will provide mental health counseling and therapeutic support to clients while developing individualized treatment plans. They will also conduct assessments, facilitate sessions, and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a related field and possess an active Ohio licensure for counseling or psychotherapy services. Previous experience in mental health settings is considered a plus.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Clinical Psychology — Counselor Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Clinical Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 26% have no call, 54% require no weekends — this position is remote.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Clinical Psychology median $60k (middle half $57k–$64k)23 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Ohio index 92.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Clinical Psychology listings in Ohio | 10 active | 343 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 58% remote · 26% no call · 54% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Ohio counselor listings (all specialties): 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 17% offer loan repayment613 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Clinical Psychology listings | 186 in the last 30 days | 106 the 30 days before (+75%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Clinical Psychology pay trend | +7.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Contract Counselor – Part-Ti at Appleseed Community Mental Health Center a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Clinical Psychology counselor listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
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