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Licensed Counselor -Full Time - Grayson County
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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.
$37,365 / year median in Texas
+21% projected growth
Job Description
$62k
Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Texas $29k
- $47k Per Year Licensed Counselor
- Full Time
- Grayson County Texas Association of Counties
Occupation:
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder CounselorsLocation:
SHERMAN, TX
- 75090
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day ShiftPosted:
04/20/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
WorkInTexasWeb Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /Remote:
Work onsite all of the timeUpdated:
07/09/2026Expires:
10/09/2026 Job #: 17004329 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education Master's Degree Experience 12 Month(s) DL Required Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Hours 40 Hours Per Week Shift Day Shift Benefits Help for .Position:
Licensed Counselor- Full Time
Department:
Grayson County Juvenile ServicesMinimum Salary:
$62,500.00 (Salary Minimum negotiable depending on experience) Duties include, but are not limited to the following: The Licensed Counselor will provide direct clinical services to youth under the care of the department. Services take place in a secure and non-secure setting. This therapist is responsible to ensure coordination of service delivery including providing individual, group and family counseling, conducting programming, making referrals to community services, crisis intervention, suicide evaluations, etc. This therapist will also serve as the treatment provider for our specialty drug court programs. The therapist participates in treatment and staff meetings, policy and procedure creation and assists in program development. You may be expected to speak in front of groups, testify in court, advocate for the clients and liaison with community professionals.Qualification and Requirements:
- Experience in counseling with youth and families preferred.
- Master's degree in behavioral health, counseling, or related field.
- Licensure as an
LPC, LPC
Associate, LCSW, or LMSW preferred. Must possess a current, valid professional counseling license in the State of Texas. Must hold a current Texas LPC Associate license and be under approved supervision.- Bilingual a plus.
- Must be able to multi-task, work independently, and work within an interdisciplinary team environment.
- Must have good communication skills and be capable of consistently interacting with youth, parents, and outside agencies, and within a team environment in a professional manner.
- Proficient with operating a personal computer and software.
- Must hold a valid driver's license.
- Non-smoking office.
- Must pass a criminal background check, driving record check and drug screen.
Hours:
Flexible. Typically, 8:00- 5:00 M-F; days and hours can vary based upon youth and department needs.