Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open mental health therapist jobs in Massachusetts post a median of $26.51 an hour, the middle half $22.06–$39.33, across 138 jobs that state their pay. Mental health therapists employed in Massachusetts earn a median of $28.80 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
Licensed Mental Health Counselor – Foster Care & Family Support
Salary: $68,000–$75,000
Are you a licensed or license-eligible Mental Health Counselor who wants your work to truly matter? Join a mission-driven team providing trauma-informed mental health services to youth in foster care and the families who support them.
In this role, you’ll deliver home- and community-based counseling services focused on emotional healing, placement stability, and long-term family success. You’ll partner closely with foster families, biological families, child welfare agencies, and internal care teams to support youth through complex life transitions.
What You’ll Do
Provide individual, family, and group counseling to youth involved in the foster care system
Lead family-centered interventions that strengthen relationships and promote stability
Conduct intakes, biopsychosocial assessments, and ongoing clinical documentation
Respond to crises and provide on-call or scheduled crisis support as needed
Coordinate care and case management with DCF/child welfare, schools, and community providers
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to guide treatment planning
Deliver services in homes, schools, and community settings
What We’re Looking For
Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field
Licensed or license-eligible (LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, LMFT or equivalent)
Experience or strong interest in foster care, child welfare, trauma, or family systems
Ability to work independently in the community and collaborate within a team
Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills
What We Offer
Competitive salary: $68,000–$75,000
Meaningful, mission-driven work supporting foster youth and families
Supportive leadership and collaborative clinical team
Ongoing training and professional development
Benefits package (health, PTO, holidays, CE support, etc.)
From Sevita's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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