MA Therapist (Unlicensed) (1754)

Counselor / TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$21.73/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

  • Job Location: MAT - Ocoee - Ocoee, FL 34761
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: 4 Year Degree
  • Salary Range: $21.73
  • Job Shift: Day

Job Purpose: - The MA Therapist (Unlicensed) at LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER is responsible for providing therapeutic services to clients under the supervision of a licensed professional.

The role involves assisting clients in managing and overcoming mental and emotional issues, promoting mental health, and supporting overall well-being. The therapist will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and treatment plans tailored to individual client needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine client needs and appropriate treatment plans. - Provide individual and group therapy sessions to clients, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques. - Collaborate with licensed therapists and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement effective treatment strategies. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal and ethical standards. - Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve desired outcomes. - Educate clients and their families about mental health issues and coping strategies. - Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge. - Uphold the values and mission of LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER by delivering compassionate and client-centered care.

Qualifications

Required Education: - Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution.

Required Experience: - Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience in a mental health setting, preferably in a similar role. - Experience working with diverse populations and a range of mental health issues. - Familiarity with evidence-based therapeutic modalities and interventions.

Required Skills and Abilities: - Strong understanding of mental health disorders and treatment approaches. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients, families, and team members. - Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines. - Proficient in documentation and maintaining accurate client records. - Capability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team. - Flexibility and adaptability in handling various client needs and organizational changes. LifeStream

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Short Term Disability Pension Plan 403(b) PTO (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!) Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Reimbursement Program Free Telehealth Services And More!

Key Responsibilities

The therapist provides therapeutic services to clients under supervision, including conducting assessments and facilitating individual and group therapy sessions. They collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans and maintain accurate clinical records.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field. A minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience in a mental health setting is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Mental health assessmentTreatment planningIndividual therapyClinical documentationCommunication skillsMultidisciplinary collaborationCrisis interventionPatient educationCase management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates MA Therapist (Unlicensed) (1754) at LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,479 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 32% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 25% in mental health therapy (counseling)ranked against 7,479 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$45kMental Health Therapy median $57k (middle half $45k–$80k)30 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$44k in purchasing powerFlorida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Florida321 active7,476 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 38% remote · 32% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedFlorida counselor listings (all specialties): 6% state a sign-on bonus (median $4k) · 12% offer loan repayment570 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,512 in the last 30 days1,354 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−2.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (7,479 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$45k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

21 jobs
401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
52%
Sign-on bonus
38%
Loan repayment
24%
PSLF eligible
14%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,479 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Lifestream Behavioral Center

Mental Health Care
Leesburg, Florida
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability
Pension Plan
403(b)
PTO (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!)
Flexible Work Schedules
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Free Telehealth Services

Living in Ocoee

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$351k
Typical market rent
$2,170/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
101.4
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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