mental health counselor (mhc)

Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center

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Mental Health Counselor (MHC) Opportunity</b></p><p></p><div><br>
Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center is a 100-bed acute care, inpatient behavioral health facility dedicated to serving adults with diverse and complex mental health needs. Our programs provide specialized care for older adults, individuals living with chronic mental illness, and those in need of substance abuse treatment and medical detoxification. Through a combination of evidence-based practices and compassionate, patient-centered care, we support individuals on their path to stabilization, recovery, and long-term wellness.</div><div></div><div><br>
House in a modern, state-of-the-art facility, Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center offers an exceptional work environment in the heart of the vibrant Virginia Beach community&mdash;just minutes from the ocean. Our location not only enhances the healing experience for patients but also provides staff with the unique opportunity to build a meaningful career in a setting that balances professional growth with coastal living.</div><div></div><div><br>
Visit the site virtually and much more online at: vbpcweb.com</div><div></div><div><br>
As a Mental Health Counselor, you&rsquo;ll play a hands-on role in supporting patients through some of the most critical moments. You&rsquo;ll provide attentive care and supervision, build meaningful, trust-based relationships, and actively contribute to each patient&rsquo;s treatment journey. From observing and documenting behaviors to stepping in with compassionate crisis intervention when needed, you&rsquo;ll be a vital part of a collaborative team dedicated to safety, healing, and positive outcomes.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Job Duties/Responsibilities</b></div><ul><li>
Be a steady, supportive presence in patients&rsquo; daily lives&mdash;guiding them through meals, activities, and programming while helping create a structured, engaging environment where they can thrive</li><li>
Stay one step ahead to keep everyone safe&mdash;using awareness, quick thinking, and sound judgement to anticipate challenges and calmy de-escalate situations</li><li>
Build genuine, trust-based relationships through positive communication, active listening, and consistent encouragement of healthy behaviors and boundaries</li><li>
Partner with Clinical and Admissions teams to support screenings and assessments, playing an important role in each patient&rsquo;s care journey from the very start</li><li>
Champion patient dignity and independence by supporting daily living needs, empowering individuals to build confidence and take meaningful steps forward</li></ul><div><b>
Benefit &amp; Rewards Highlights</b></div><ul><li>
Challenging and rewarding work environment</li><li>
Competitive compensation &amp; generous Paid Time Off</li><li>
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans</li><li>
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan</li><li>
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program</li><li>
Tuition saving to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University</li><li>
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!</li><li>
Pet Insurance</li><li>
More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com</li></ul><div><b>
About Universal Health Services</b></div><div></div><div><br>
One of the nation&rsquo;s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500&reg; corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World&rsquo;s Most Admired Companies&trade; and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America&rsquo;s Largest Public Companies.</div><div></div><div><br>
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.</div><div></div><div><br>
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Qualifications:
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Requirements</b></div><ul><li>
Undergraduate degree in Psychology, Human Services, Sociology, Counseling or in a related behavioral science field
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Associate&rsquo;s degree in Psychology, Human Services, Sociology, Counseling or in a related behavioral science field; one year of direct care experience working with adult psychiatric or chemical dependency clients</li></ul></div></li></ul><div><b><i>
OR</i></b></div><ul><li><div><ul><li>
High School/GED Diploma; three years of direct care experience working with adult psychiatric or chemical dependency clients</li></ul></div></li><li>
Must be 21+ years of age</li><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license required</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Proven ability to successfully perform in a fast-paced work environment</li></ul><div><b>
EEO Statement</b></div><div></div><div><br>
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams</b></div><div></div><div><br>
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.</div><div></div><div><br>
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.</div><div></div><div><br>
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.</div></div>

Mental Health Counselor (MHC) - Adult Psych - PRN

Mental Health Counselor (MHC) - Adult Psych - Day Shift

Mental Health Counselor (MHC) - Adult Psych - Night Shift

LifeStance Health

<div><div>At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It&rsquo;s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health.</div><div></div><div><br>
Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team!<br>
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<div>We are currently hiring Full-Time and Part-Time Therapists to join our team!</div>
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<div><b>Providers may work a hybrid schedule that includes providing telehealth from a home office.</b></div>
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<div>Locations: Arlington, Auburn, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Canton, Chelmsford, Concord, Danvers, Easton, Framingham, Groton, Hopkinton, Lexington, Lynnfield, Mansfield, Medford, Medfield, Milford, Newton, Needham, North Andover, Northborough, Norwell, Norwood, Plymouth, Quincy, Raynham, Stoneham, Waltham, Wellesley, Weymouth, Woburn<br>
</div><div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Why Join Us:</b></h3><ul>
<li>Outpatient (weekday)</li>
<li>Complete schedule autonomy- Hybrid, telehealth, full time or part time</li>
<li>Above average W2 compensation package</li>
<li>Receive or Provide supervision (LCSW/LICSW)(MHC/LMHC)</li>
<li>Weekly case consultations</li>
<li>Free Continuing Education credits</li>
<li>Sign On Bonus</li>
<li>Full benefits package including medical, vision, disability and 401(k) match</li>
<li>100% employer paid malpractice coverage &ndash; No tail required</li>
<li><b>Annual Compensation Potential</b>: $75,000-100,000</li>
</ul><div>Our practice provides well-appointed offices, an EMR system, peer consultation groups, APA-approved continuing education. We also have talented support staff who handle everything from credentialing to insurance authorizations, and collection of payments. We perform essential, yet non-billable clinical and administrative functions that comprise the infrastructure needed to maintain a successful, busy practice so that you can focus on your clinical work.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
About LifeStance Health</b></div><div>
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US.<br>
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<div>LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Our values:</b></div><div><b>
Belonging: </b>We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.</div><div><b>
Empathy:</b> We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.</div><div><b>
Courage:</b> We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.</div><div><b>
One Team:</b> We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.</div><div></div><div><br>
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the <b>@lifestance.com </b>domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.</div><div></div><div><br>
LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994. <b>Please note:</b> This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications,<b> resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address</b> as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.</div></div><div></div>

Therapist (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, MHC, LMFT)

Therapist (LICSW, LMHC,LMFT)

Therapist (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT)

Therapist (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, MHC, LMFT)- Child or Adult

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