Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Courage Counseling Center is currently seeking licensed and pre-licensed clinicians to join our growing team.We are looking for compassionate, motivated professionals who want flexibility, clinical support, and the opportunity to serve clients in a meaningful way.

Why Join Courage Counseling Center?

Courage Counseling Center offers clinicians the opportunity to build a caseload while receiving administrative and operational support. Our team provides quality, outcome-focused care to individuals, couples, families, and groups across a variety of needs.

We offer:

• $250–$500 Sign-On Bonus
• $250 for partially licensed clinicians: LMFTA, LMSW, LPCA
• $500 for fully licensed clinicians: LPC, LCSW, LMFT
• Free insurance credentialing
• Billing, marketing, and client referral support
• Part-time and full-time opportunities
• Flexible scheduling with the ability to create your own schedule
• Telehealth and/or in-person options
• Office locations in Newington, Manchester, and Stratford
• Fee-for-service pay structure
• Earning potential of $40–$60 per hour
• A supportive, motivated, and mission-driven team environment

About Courage Counseling Center

Courage Counseling Center is made up of dynamic professionals who provide quality, outcome-based treatment to diverse populations. Our approach includes courageous techniques and interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy, and Christian principles. We are committed to empowering both our clients and our team members by creating an environment that supports professional, clinical, and personal growth.

Position Overview

Job Title: Licensed Courage Counselor
Job Type: Fee-for-Service
Location: Newington, Manchester, Stratford, and/or Telehealth
Schedule: Flexible, part-time or full-time availability

License Requirements

Applicants must hold an active Connecticut license or eligible pre-licensed credential in one of the following areas:

Partially Licensed Applicants:

• LPCA
• LMSW
• LMFTA

Fully Licensed Applicants:

• LPC
• LCSW
• LMFT

Experience Requirement

Applicants should have at least 1 year of experience working with psychiatric clients or providing counseling services in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Courage Counselor will be responsible for providing direct clinical services and supporting client care. Duties may include:

• Assessing client needs, including psychiatric and psychosocial concerns
• Developing treatment plans based on each client’s presenting needs and goals
• Providing individual, couples, family, and/or group therapy
• Offering crisis intervention and support when clinically appropriate
• Educating clients and families on treatment needs, coping skills, recovery supports, and available resources
• Referring clients to appropriate levels of care, support groups, or community resources as needed
• Working with clients who may present with mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders
• Collaborating with the team to support quality care and positive client outcomes
• Maintaining professional documentation in accordance with clinical and agency expectations

Sign-On Bonus Details

The sign-on bonus is available to new staff who maintain a caseload of at least 10 clients after 3 months of working with Courage Counseling Center.

Join Our Team

This position is ideal for a clinician who values flexibility, independence, client-centered care, and the opportunity to grow within a supportive counseling community.

Are you ready to make a difference and be part of the Courage Counseling Center community?

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person