Job Description

Job Posting:

Contract Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Child & Adolescent Specialist)

Position:

Contract Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Specialization:

Child and Adolescent Therapy

Location:

Onsite

Employment Type:

Contract

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with expertise in child and adolescent therapy to join our team on a contract, onsite basis. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, evidence-based therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and their families, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and/or family therapy to children and adolescents using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and measure progress using clinical assessment tools. Maintain thorough and timely clinical documentation and submit session invoices as required. Consult and collaborate with multidisciplinary partners, including participation in team meetings and case consultations. Offer crisis intervention and support as needed. Maintain ethical standards and comply with all state licensure requirements throughout the contract period. Attend regular meetings with program leadership and participate in continuing education as required.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Clinical Psychology, or a related field. Active, independent clinical license (LCMHC, LMFT, LCSW, LPC, or equivalent) in the state of practice. Demonstrated experience working with children, adolescents, and families in a clinical setting. Strong knowledge of trauma, child development, crisis intervention, and psychotherapeutic techniques. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to maintaining ethical documentation and confidentiality9.

Preferred Skills

Experience with abuse populations and trauma-informed care. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems. Willingness to offer therapy sessions during after-school hours and/or weekends as needed. Ability to provide fact witness testimony in civil or criminal court proceedings (rare occasions).

Compensation

Competitive contract rates, commensurate with experience and caseload. Flexible scheduling within onsite requirements.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and proof of licensure to officce@breakthroughsnf.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and with a passion for supporting youth mental health to apply.

This position is offered as an independent contractor role and requires onsite presence for client sessions and team collaboration.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $77.00 - $130.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person