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Moore Life Counseling
Mental Health Counselor
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$34,786 / year median in Iowa
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Mental Health Counselor Moore Life Counseling West Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time | Contract $80,000 - $150,000 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Professional development assistance Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Writing skills Licensed Clinical Social Worker Master's degree
Psychology Marriage & Family Therapy Social Work Full Job Description Job Title:
Licensed Therapist / Mental Health Clinician (LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, LMHC)Company:
Moore Life Counseling Location:
4090 Westown Parkwa?West Des Moines Iowa Job Type:
Full-time or Part-time (W-2 Employee or 1099 Contractor options available) About Us At Moore Life Counseling, our mission is rooted in a simple truth: "Because there's more to life." We are expanding our team and looking for compassionate, licensed therapists who want to step away from isolated, "silo" private practice and thrive in a supportive, collaborative learning environment. Whether you serve kids, teens, adults, couples, or groups, we welcome your unique passion and expertise.What We Offer Collaborative Culture:
Say goodbye to practicing in isolation. Enjoy weekly team consultations, shared case discussions, and ongoing peer support.Clinical Freedom:
We encourage authentic, relational, and creative approaches to therapy beyond rigid clinical checklists.Practice Support:
Focus on your clients while we handle steady client referrals, credentialing, billing, and administrative support.Flexibility & Benefits:
Flexible W-2 employee or 1099 contractor arrangements. Benefits package for W-2 staff (Health, Dental, and 401k). Competitive, compensation structure.What We Are Looking For Authenticity & Creativity:
Clinicians who bring their true selves into the therapy room and think outside the box to meet clients' needs.Collaborative Mindset:
A desire to participate in team case consultations, share clinical insights, and commit to continuous professional growth.Diverse Specializations:
We welcome specialized experience in areas such as trauma (EMDR, KAP), DBT/skills training, relational/couples work, or child & family therapy.Qualifications License:
Master's or Doctorate degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Psychology with an active state license (e.g., LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, LMHC, or equivalent). Provisionally licensed candidates (AMFT, ASW, APCC) may be considered depending on supervision availability. Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice and high quality client care. Strong interpersonal communication and clinical writing skills.Job Types:
Full-time, Contract Pay:
$80,000.00 - $150,000.00 per yearBenefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insuranceEducation:
Master's (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance