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Mental Health Therapist/ Animal-Assisted Therapy

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Embark Counseling NC

Wilmington, NC (In Person)

$191,360 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 3 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/24/2026

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Mental Health Therapist/ Animal-Assisted Therapy Embark Counseling NC Wilmington, NC Job Details Full-time $62 - $122 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Patient treatment planning Doctoral degree Intake Master's degree Dog handling LMHP Mental health counseling Working with individuals with mental health conditions Animal-assisted therapy Healthcare treatment Full Job Description Are you passionate about helping others while working alongside your dog? Have you ever dreamt of integrating animal-assisted therapy into your practice? If so, we have some exciting news for you! Embark Counseling NC (located in Wilmington, NC) is expanding our team and on the lookout for compassionate and creative clinicians who have enthusiasm for this unique approach to healing. Join our dedicated team and explore the incredible bond between humans and dogs as we help clients heal, grow, and thrive together. If you're ready to bring joy, support, and positive change to those in need alongside your four-legged companion, we want to hear from you! We look forward to welcoming like-minded individuals who share our vision of blending animal companionship with professional therapeutic practices. If this sounds like a good fit, but your pup is not certified/you are worried about certification, we're here to help. Embark Counseling NC provides comprehensive support and resources to guide you through the certification/AAT process. Embark Counseling NC offers a competitive fee split model, annual bonus earnings, flexible scheduling, admin/billing support, and opportunities for professional growth.
Position requirements:
A master's degree or doctorate from an accredited mental health related degree program, a current NC mental health licensure (fully licensed or associate level welcome), must be able to conduct intakes, create treatment plans, provide therapy, and collaborate with community providers/organizations, have an AAT dog or dog able to go through certification process.
Pay:
$62.00 - $122.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person