Child Therapist (Unlicensed)
Listed compensation
$22.38/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
- Job Location: Main Street Building - Leesburg, FL
- Position Type: Full Time
- Education Level: Graduate Degree
- Salary Range: $22.38
- Job Shift: Day
- Job Category: Therapist
Job Purpose: - CCOS provides mental health care for children and adolescents, ages 2 years to 18 or older if they are still attending high school. The MA/MS Therapist (Unlicensed) will develop comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments clinically responsive to age-appropriate patient/family needs and concerns commensurate with knowledge in the substance abuse/mental health field.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of clients' mental health status and needs. - Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings. - Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to individuals, groups, and families. - Monitor and document clients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. - Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care. - Maintain accurate and confidential client records in accordance with legal and ethical standards. - Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and professional development activities. - Educate clients and their families about mental health conditions and coping strategies. - Advocate for clients' needs within the healthcare system and community resources. - Stay updated with the latest research and developments in mental health therapy practices.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience: - Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited institution. - Minimum of two years' experience in the Mental Health field required - Familiarity with therapeutic modalities and techniques applicable to mental health care.
Required Skills and Abilities: - Strong understanding of mental health disorders and treatment plans. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients and colleagues. - Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines in all professional interactions. - Proficiency in documentation and record-keeping practices. - Capacity to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when necessary. - Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with the latest advancements in mental health therapy. LifeStream
Benefits
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Short Term Disability Pension Plan 403(b) Paid Time Off (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!) Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Reimbursement Program Free Telehealth Services HRSA Loan Forgiveness Program And More!
Important Notice As part of our hiring process and in compliance with Section 435.04, Florida Statutes, certain positions require a Level 2 background screening. Employment offers are contingent upon meeting applicable requirements.
For more details on Level 2 background screening requirements, please visit: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Key Responsibilities
The therapist will conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for children and adolescents. They will provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality, coordinated care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. A minimum of two years of experience in the mental health field is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Child Therapist (Unlicensed) at Lifestream Behavioral Center a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,891 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 36% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.2 / 10 · above average in mental health therapy (counseling) | ranked against 7,891 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$44k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Florida | 353 active | 7,901 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 42% remote · 36% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | loan repayment | Florida Counselor listings: 6% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 11% offer loan repayment621 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,533 in the last 30 days | 1,454 the 30 days before (+74%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | −3.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$46k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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