Mental Health Therapist

Compass; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-issued iPad

Flexible scheduling

Paid training and supervision

Full-time benefits

Competitive pay

Job summary

Compass Counseling Services of NOVA seeks compassionate mental health therapists for the Intensive In-Home program. This role offers a pathway as a Resident in Counseling, Supervisee in Social Work, or internship with strong supervision and paid training.

You'll provide in-home treatment to youth under 21, coordinating with families, schools, and other professionals while gaining extensive clinical experience and 24/7 crisis support access.

Qualifications

• Minimum: bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related human services field.
• Master's in Counseling or Social Work preferred for residency/licensure path.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving history and availability afternoons/evenings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct mental health treatment to help clients reach treatment goals.
• Engage a diverse community of clients and work with families.
• Collaborate with caregivers, schools, and other professionals to support treatment.
• Receive regular paid training, supervision, and ongoing clinical skill development.
• Ensure clients have access to 24/7 crisis support as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Crisis intervention

Community-based care

Education

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

Master's in Counseling or Social Work (residency eligibility preferred)

Job description

Compass Counseling Services of NOVA is seeking passionate, mental health therapists for our Intensive In-Home program.

This is a great opportunity for those seeking a comprehensive clinical experience as a Resident in Counseling, Supervisee in Social Work, or internship experience with strong training and supervision.

We offer paid internships and paid clinical supervision.

Join one of Virginia’s leading providers of behavioral health services and be part of a supportive, team-oriented culture focused on growth, accountability, and meaningful change.

You'll deliver in-home mental health treatment to youth (under 21) experiencing serious emotional or behavioral challenges—helping reduce the risk of out-of-home placement and strengthen family relationships. Ideal candidates are committed to community-based care and driven to make a lasting impact through individual and family interventions.

As a Community-Based Mental Health Therapist with Compass you will:

• Provide direct mental health treatment to assist clients in working toward their treatment goals and objectives
• Have opportunities to with a diverse community of clients
• Continuously work to engage the primary caregiver, family members, supports, school, and other treatment professionals
• Receive regular paid training, professional development, and supervision designed to help you acquire extensive clinical skills
• Assure that clients have access to 24/7 crisis support as needed

Why Choose Compass NOVA as a Community-Based Mental Health Therapist?

• Supportive work environment with regular supervision and clinical skill development
• Extensive new hire and ongoing training
• Free LPC/LCSW supervision
• Competitive pay with reimbursement for indirect activities (driving, supervision, training), mileage, phone, and supplies
• Company-issued iPad
• Flexible scheduling, advancement opportunities
• Full-Time benefits

Full-Time Benefits of a Community-Based Mental Health Therapist:

• 401k & matching
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Health savings account with employer contribution
• Life insurance
• Long-term & short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off

Education, Experience, & Other Requirements:

• Preferred: Master's in Counseling or Social Work with eligibility for residency in Virginia preferred. We offer free residency supervision for LPC or LCSW residents.
• Required: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or other human services field; valid driver’s license with at least 1 year driving history and good driving record; availability during afternoons and evenings.

For more information about Compass, visit our website at: www.compassnova.com

Please see the link to a video on our website to learn more about our corporate culture:

https://compassva.com/discoverwhatsnext

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Internship

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance