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.
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm | No evenings or weekends required Make a Real Difference — Without Sacrificing Your Work-Life Balance A leading nonprofit residential youth services organization in the Texas Panhandle is seeking a Counselor to join its dedicated clinical team. In this role, you'll provide individual therapy, clinical assessments, and crisis intervention for children and teens ages 5-18 — all within a structured, Monday-Friday schedule that's rare in behavioral health. This is a mission-driven opportunity for a clinician who is resilient, adaptable, and ready to work within a collaborative, strengths-based model. If you're working toward your full licensure, we have the supervisory infrastructure to get you there. Key Responsibilities Clinical Services Conduct individual therapy sessions, mental health assessments, suicide assessments, and risk assessments using a strengths-based approach Make clinical diagnoses and develop treatment recommendations, including psychotropic medication management and goal-setting Design, facilitate, and evaluate therapeutic and psychoeducational group sessions Provide clinical support for Adventure Programs and experiential learning activities, including Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Collaboration & Coordination Collaborate with campus staff to assess residents and refer for external services, medication reviews, and treatment planning Participate in Intensive Team Meetings to develop team-centered approaches for residents in need Provide clinical training to campus staff on issues affecting children in residential care Attend client team meetings and convey clinically relevant recommendations as needed Crisis & Safety Provide crisis intervention using approved verbal and physical techniques Assess and report incidents of abuse or potential abuse to appropriate supervisors Maintain a safe, organized, and therapeutic environment at all times Compliance & Documentation Generate reports, correspondence, and documentation in accordance with licensing and accreditation requirements Maintain confidentiality and comply with all applicable regulatory standards Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes Qualifications Education & Licensure Master's degree required — Social Work, Counseling, Child Psychology, Human Services Administration, or related field Must hold or be able to obtain within 6 months of hire a license from: Texas State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCA/LPC), Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners (LSW/LMSW), Texas State Board of Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Texas State Board of Psychologists, or equivalent licensure body Experience in equine-assisted or other experiential therapies a plus Background Experience in chemical dependency, juvenile justice, residential youth care, inpatient psychiatric, or institutional settings preferred Candidates transitioning from private practice should note this role operates within a structured institutional environment (Monday-Friday, onsite, team-based) Skills & Requirements Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Exceptional time management and attention to detail Must be 21 years of age or older Valid Texas driver's license required Ability to bend, lift, push/pull, and perform extended sitting/standing Availability for occasional travel as needed Must pass a background check prior to start Must be local to the Amarillo/Texas Panhandle area or willing to permanently relocate (position is located approximately 45 minutes from Amarillo; on-campus housing is not available) Why Join Us Build Your Licensure Here We have a dedicated supervisory structure in place to support clinicians working toward their full LPC or equivalent. The 1,500 supervised hours you need are accessible on-site — with experienced supervisors who are invested in your growth. Compensation increases as you advance your licensure. Rare Schedule in Behavioral Health Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. No evenings, no weekends, no on-call rotations. Unique Clinical Experience Work with Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Adventure Programs, and a residential model that integrates therapy with daily life — a depth of experience you won't find in a traditional outpatient setting. Benefits Salary DOE, based on existing licensure and experience
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$105/pay period (~$2,700/year) Free meals provided on-site On-site childcare (ages 6 weeks-5 years): $180/bi-weekly payroll deduction for one child; $80 each additional child — currently no waitlist 401(k) with company match Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance — only $25/month for individual coverage Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) PTO accruing at 4.62 hours per pay period (max 240 hours); 2 personal days on your first day Life insurance and Employee Assistance Program Employee referral rewards Tuition reimbursement On-site supervisory support for
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licensure pathway Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
