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Infographic showing various Associate Mental Health Counselor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,463 per year, or $27.6 per hour.

Associate Mental Health Counselor

Oakland, CA • On-site

Gotham Enterprises Ltd
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 201 - 500 employees
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$65K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Full-time Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC-A) Wanted for a Federally Qualified Community Mental Health Clinic (FQHC) in West Oakland, CA.

The Community Mental Health Clinic is dedicated to offer treatment for the BIPOC community.

Patients at the FQHC have access to:

  1. Mental Health & Behavioral Health Services
  2. Primary Care Medical Services
  3. Physical Therapy
  4. Dentistry
  5. Registered Dietician
  6. Child Care

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC-A) to contribute to our mission of improving lives through quality mental health care.

As an LPCC-A at our organization, you will play a vital role in providing therapy and support to individuals. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive environment for both our clients and our staff, utilizing advanced practices and technologies to deliver exceptional care.

You will be collaborating with other members of the interdisciplinary team. There is a Psychiatrist on Staff who is the Medical Director.

You will be treating Adults Clients Mainly for:

  1. Depression
  2. Anxiety
  3. Trauma
  4. Grief & Loss
  5. Women's Health Issues
  6. Anger Management
  7. Relationship Issues
  8. ADHD
  9. OCD

Patient Volume:

You are expected to see about 5 patients a day

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm

Salary:

$65,000 to $75,000 per year based on experience

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401K Plan
  • 3 Weeks PTO
  • 8 Major US Holidays

What We Offer:

  1. Collaborative and supportive work environment.
  2. Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  3. Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance.
  4. Competitive salary with benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for clients.
  2. Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including individual and group therapy.
  3. Support clients in overcoming personal challenges related to substance use.
  4. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records in compliance with regulations.
  5. Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.
  6. Educate clients and families on resources and coping strategies.

Requirements

Requirements:

  1. Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling, Psychology and Counseling from an accredited institution.
  2. Active LPCC-A license in the State of California
  3. Experience working with Adults
  4. Knowledge, aware and cultural competency for the BIPOC community
  5. Strong knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities.
  6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  7. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401K Plan
  • 3 Weeks PTO
  • 8 Major US Holidays
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About Gotham Enterprises

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Gotham Enterprises, Ltd., headquartered in Queens/Fresh Meadows, NY, is a healthcare and mental‑health staffing and job placement platform that connects licensed professionals (psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists, medical assistants, allied health) with in‑person, contract, per‑diem, and permanent assignments across New York State. Working through its job portal and regional offices, Gotham serves outpatient clinics, home‑care agencies, schools, and community health centers, offering roles including Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC), Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP), PAs, and clinic support staff. The company is actively recruiting and retains a distributed workforce with both in‑office and remote recruiters; salaries for PMHNP roles average ~$160,000/year.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Montclair, NJ, US

Year founded

2016

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