Licensed Mental Health Professional

Bighornlaw; Drums (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health clinic in Northeastern Pennsylvania is looking for a dedicated mental health therapist. The role involves conducting diagnostic evaluations, developing treatment plans, and providing therapy to clients. The ideal candidate will have experience and strong clinical skills and be dedicated to advancing their career in mental health.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years clinical experience with mental health patients.
• Current, unrestricted LMHC license or equivalent required.
• Reliable, compassionate, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Provide one-on-one therapy and crisis intervention when needed.
• Complete documentation and maintain communication with clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, or related field

Master's degree preferred

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

BLS certification

Job description

Posted 4 days ago

Description

Our clinic is looking for a caring mental health therapist dedicated to providing the best possible therapeutic service to our patients. You'll be responsible for conducting diagnostic evaluations, developing tailored treatment plans with clear goals and objectives, offering crisis intervention when needed, and following up with patients to ensure they receive optimal care.

The ideal applicant will have 1-3 years of clinical experience treating mental health patients and hold a current LMHC license (licensed mental health counselor). If you're interested in advancing your mental health career, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one therapy to clients
• Conduct assessments using medical records, interviews, observations, and collaboration with team members to determine client mental health status
• Create individualized treatment plans with measurable goals
• Offer follow-up care, crisis intervention when necessary, and maintain communication with referral sources
• Complete documentation promptly, with notes submitted within 24 hours
• Respond promptly to referrals and maintain dependable attendance; frequent cancellations can negatively impact clients
• Maintain clinical boundaries and adhere to ethical standards
• Participate actively in our team culture of empowerment and collaboration
• Develop specific therapy plans with clear goals for individual patients
• Monitor patient progress regularly and provide appropriate follow-up care
• Assist with crisis intervention as needed
• Recommend community services or specialists for patients and families in need
• Assess patients' mental health status using medical information, interviews, observations, testing, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Strong clinical skills and adherence to ethical standards
• Reliable, compassionate, and self-motivated
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working with mental health patients
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills
• High school diploma or GED; bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, or related field; master's degree preferred
• 1-3 years of clinical experience with mental health patients
• CPR and BLS certifications
• Current, unrestricted LMHC license or equivalent

Compensation

$50,000 - $80,000

About Mountaintop Counseling LLC

Founded in 2016, Mountaintop Counseling LLC is a thriving, multi-location group practice serving Northeastern Pennsylvania. We are dedicated to accessible, high-quality mental health care, supporting individuals, couples, and groups with specialties in EMDR, meditation, and Gottman Method couples therapy.

Our mission is rooted in service—helping individuals heal and creating healthier, more connected communities. We value flexibility, compassion, and sustainability, fostering a work culture focused on growth and meaningful impact.

Whether in person or virtually, we meet clients where they are and walk alongside them as they grow. At Mountaintop Counseling, we build stronger, healthier communities together.