Outpatient Psychotherapist
How this pay compares
This posting states $26.01–$60 an hour. Open mental health therapist jobs in Pennsylvania post a median of $30.76 an hour, the middle half $25.28–$38.73, across 64 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Mental health therapists employed in Pennsylvania earn a median of $25.01 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Find Your Fit!
Fee-for-Service (FFS): For master’s-level or license-eligible clinicians who value flexibility and autonomy with clinical support.
Full-Time (FT): For clinicians seeking a full-time outpatient role providing psychotherapy, managing an assigned caseload, and collaborating with a clinical team.
In Training: For master’s-level therapists preparing for licensure. Graduate students in psychology and social work may also explore training and paid internship opportunities. Northern Tier Counseling is a teaching clinic offering in-vivo therapy training, clinical supervision by LPC and LCSW therapists, individual and group consultation, and clinical partnerships. Duties and eligibility depend on education, credentials, and the training opportunity.
Compensation Ranges
Master’s level/in training: $26.01 - $31.08
LSW/LAPC: $27.01 - $32.08
LCSW/LPC: $30.69 - $36.69
Fee-for-service: $50 to $60/hr. billable rate
Commitment bonus for eligible candidates: $2,000 for master’s-level clinicians and $4,000 for fully licensed clinicians.
Responsibilities vary by role, credentials, and required supervision, and may include:
- Serve as the primary therapist for an assigned caseload and conduct psychosocial intake assessments.
- Provide individual, group, and couples/parenting therapy, including medically necessary psychotherapy and mental health evaluations under appropriate supervision.
- Develop and update treatment plans, evaluate client needs, and complete progress reviews.
- Coordinate discharge planning, aftercare, and services with community agencies.
- Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultations, clinical supervision, and continuing education.
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical records in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems in accordance with agency, state, and federal standards.
- Prepare reports, correspondence, and court testimony as required under program supervision.
- Interpret written, verbal, and schedule-based instructions and complete administrative calculations related to reimbursement and payroll labor distributions.
- Explore private contract work where eligible; details are discussed during interviews.
What You’ll Bring..
- A master’s degree in a behavioral or social science field for clinician roles; graduate students may be considered for applicable training or internship opportunities.
- Pennsylvania licensure or license-eligible status, as appropriate to the position, and qualifications to complete the licensing process.
- Knowledge of child, adolescent, and adult psychopathology and familiarity with therapeutic approaches and interventions.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative clinical team.
- A commitment to clinical supervision, continuing education, and applicable licensure requirements.
Benefits & Professional Growth...
Benefits and incentives vary by employment status, position, and program eligibility. Opportunities listed in our postings include:
- Flexible scheduling, an on-site gym, and a 403(b)-retirement plan with company match; a 3% for all positions.
- Quarterly productivity-based incentive bonuses.
- For eligible full-time/in-training candidates: employee and family health insurance, tuition assistance for related degrees, up to $2,500 in moving expense assistance, and a commitment bonus based on experience.
- Fully licensed individuals - Student loan forgiveness of $25,000.
- Clinical training, supervision, and consultation to support professional development and progress toward licensure.
Student & Graduate Opportunities Through BHHEP
Northern Tier Counseling participates in Pennsylvania’s Behavioral Health Education Program (BHHEP), offering paid internships and loan-forgiveness options for eligible students and recent graduates. Learn more at www.bhhep.org.
Build your outpatient career with Northern Tier Counseling. Explore the fee-for-service, full-time, or in-training opportunity that fits your experience and goals. Role-specific compensation, benefits, supervision, and eligibility details will be discussed during the hiring process.
E.O.E.
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Full-Time (FT): For clinicians seeking a full-time outpatient role providing psychotherapy, managing an assigned caseload, and
collaborating with a clinical team.
From Northern Tier Counseling's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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