Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Job Description Job Description COMPENSATION SNAPSHOT Estimated Annual Gross Compensation — Base Rate / No Added Benefits Part-Time: ~$53,705 based on an average of 18 billable hours/week for 44 weeks + Paid Sick Time Full-Time: ~$72,220 based on an average of 25 billable hours/week for 44 weeks + Paid Sick Time These are estimates only and will vary based on time off, case volume, and other factors. Please inquire for additional details and assistance with calculating your potential compensation. Base Compensation: $60/hour individual therapy Paid Sick Time No-show compensation $20/hour paid administrative time Flexible Benefits: Choose the benefits that best fit your needs. Depending on selections, the base rate may adjust within the $58–$60/hour range . This approach helps us minimize unnecessary overhead and direct more resources toward employees and clients. Benefit options include: Life Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Health Reimbursement Account, Professional Development, and Health & Wellness Benefits. Benefits generally begin after the 3-month introductory period. Job Overview Mental Health Specialists LLC is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Therapist to join our hybrid (in-person and telehealth) practice in Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh, PA, as a W-2 employee. You will begin part-time, with the option to remain PT or transition to FT. This role is ideal for a licensed therapist who is passionate about specialized care and interested in building a niche clientele. We believe clients deserve access to therapists with unique expertise—whether in trauma, couples, neurodivergence, or other specialty areas. We aim to build a network and community through our work as therapists where people can become more embodied, present, compassionate, and fully engaged in their lives , regardless of their feelings or circumstances. We see one of the wounds in society that we are trying to address as disembodiment and dissociation —people becoming disconnected from themselves, others, and their communities rather than living from a place of presence and compassion. Our work seeks to support people in becoming more embodied and fully engaged in their lives in ways that alleviate suffering. Our mission is to create a supportive community where clinicians thrive professionally and clients receive high-quality, specialized mental health care. We value creativity, accountability, collaboration, and the freedom for therapists to bring their own expertise and interests to their work. We are looking for a mature and accountable clinician who is receptive to constructive feedback, able to communicate openly, and interested in partnering with us to grow this vision together. About Mental Health Specialists LLC Mental Health Specialists LLC is a hybrid group psychotherapy practice focused on making specialized mental health treatment easier to find and connecting clients with therapists whose training and expertise fit their needs. We also aim to expand access to specialized care in communities where services may be limited or unavailable. Founded in 2024 by Amy Gamble-Moore, LCSW, an experienced clinician and community mental health leader with more than 20 years of experience, Mental Health Specialists LLC provides in-person and telehealth therapy in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, with plans for regional expansion. We emphasize trauma-informed care, strong community partnerships, and collaborative professional growth. Our services include individual therapy, group therapy, workshops, and community-based programs , including Critical Incident Response (CIR). Clinicians also have opportunities to develop and lead specialized groups and other programs. Our Values Community-driven and client-centered care Cultural humility , recognizing all cultures as equal in value and contextual in nature Integrity, professionalism, and compassion Resilience and flexibility in meeting individual and collective needs Holistic support and collaboration across professional disciplines Duties & Responsibilities Begin building your caseload immediately: Referrals are available through our third-party contracts. Work as a hybrid W-2 employee , beginning part-time with the option to transition to full-time. Part-Time: Maintain an average of 18 billable client hours/week, with approximately 20 session hours available for scheduling. Target: ~792 sessions/year across approximately 44 working weeks. Full-Time: Maintain an average of 25 billable client hours/week, with approximately 30 session hours available for scheduling. Target: ~1,100 sessions/year across approximately 44 working weeks. Provide in-person sessions at our Squirrel Hill office at least 1 day/week (minimum 7 client hours) , along with telehealth services. Maintain approximately 3 hours of evening and/or weekend availability . Optional, develop and facilitate a group, class, or workshop once your caseload is established. Additional opportunities may include intensives, retreats, and online programming. Complete documentation, including intakes, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries, within 48 hours. Collaborate with interdisciplinary providers as appropriate. Respond to client inquiries within 24 business hours. Participate in required staff meetings, trainings, and case consultations. Respond to crisis calls from individuals on your caseload. Support the mission and reputation of Mental Health Specialists LLC through ethical practice, professionalism, and teamwork. Qualifications & Skills Master’s or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage & Family Therapy Active, unrestricted PA license: LCSW, LICSW, LPC, or LMFT Residence within approximately 45 minutes of Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh 2 years of post-licensure experience, preferred Specialized training, certification, or interest in at least one treatment modality (e.g., EMDR, DBT, CBT, EFT, ACT, IFS) Experience facilitating therapy groups, not required, but preferred Proficiency with EHR systems, telehealth platforms, and Google Workspace Organized, self-motivated, accountable, and collaborative Willingness to participate in administrative, intake, and outreach activities when requested; these activities are compensated at the Admin Rate and may help bridge slower periods Ability to follow both simple and complex instructions and recognize when clarification is needed Required FBI, PA Child Abuse, and criminal background clearances Private or group practice experience preferred Interest in remaining in a W-2 employee role with opportunities for professional growth Ability to begin seeing clients within 30 days of hire Compensation & Benefits Our compensation model is designed to provide competitive pay while allowing flexibility in how employees use their benefits. We aim to minimize unnecessary overhead and invest our resources in the things that matter most to our clinicians and clients. W-2 employment with flat hourly compensation based on billable services $60/hour individual therapy $95/hour group therapy $50/hour EAP sessions No-show compensation: 25% of the applicable hourly session rate $20/hour administrative compensation $20/hour for mandatory staff meetings, trainings, and onboarding Paid Sick Time, based on applicable Pittsburgh City requirements PTO accrual after 1 year Payroll taxes withheld; no self-employment tax Malpractice insurance Marketing and client referrals Intake coordination Assistance with WV licensure and applicable fee reimbursement Free CEUs for licensure requirements Clinical supervision: 1 hour paid monthly, with an additional optional hour Flexible benefits that can be selected based on individual needs Flexible Benefit Options Optional benefits may include: Life Insurance Retirement Benefits Health Reimbursement Account (a monthly benefit that can be used toward health insurance premiums) Professional Development Health & Wellness Benefits, including eligible wellness events, workshops, or services Additional benefits may be considered as the practice grows based on employee feedback Benefits generally begin after the 3-month introductory period. If you have an essential benefit need sooner, please discuss it with us—we may be able to accommodate it. This Position Is Not Ideal For You If You: Prefer generalist therapy work exclusively Prefer solo practice or independent-contractor work Plan to start another private practice soon or maintain an active private practice alongside this position This Position Is Ideal For You If You: See yourself as a creative clinician who wants to partner in our mission and vision Have specialized training or expertise in niche treatment areas or interest in developing these Want opportunities for leadership, supervision, outreach, or program development Value collaboration, flexibility, and cultural humility Are receptive to feedback and committed to ongoing learning