Licensed Mental Health Therapist (DC Required)
Compensation
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Job Description
About the Role
Join OUR COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES as a Licensed Mental Health Therapist and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in Washington, DC. We are looking for compassionate professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality mental health care in a supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for clients with diverse mental health needs.
- Develop personalized treatment plans and monitor client progress.
- Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support client recovery.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client interactions and treatment outcomes.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Provide crisis intervention and support as needed.
- Engage with community resources to enhance client support systems.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
- Current licensure as a mental health therapist in Washington, DC.
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a mental health setting.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Commitment to cultural competence and diversity in practice.
- Compassionate demeanor with a focus on client-centered care.
About Us
OUR COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES has been a trusted provider of mental health services in Washington, DC for over a decade. Our commitment to compassionate care and community engagement has earned us a reputation as a leader in mental health support, making our workplace a fulfilling and rewarding environment for our employees.
Flexible work from home options available.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Mental Health Therapist (DC Required) at Careerplug a 7.7 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. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
Counselor Career Context
Careerplug holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 80/100, 50 active listings.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 28% have no call, 66% require no weekends — this position is remote.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.7 / 10 · top 25% in mental health therapy (counseling) | ranked against 7,479 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Mental Health Therapy median $86k (middle half $69k–$104k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Washington index 107.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Washington | 185 active | 7,478 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 44% remote · 28% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Washington counselor listings (all specialties): 16% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 14% offer loan repayment277 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,512 in the last 30 days | 1,354 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Careerplug | silver tier, 80/100 | Top Employers work-life index50 active listings |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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