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Lpc Government Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Ellie Mental Health

$70K - $90K/yr

Bonus based on performance LPC or LMSW Outpatient Therapist Now Interviewing for a September Start ... Many mental health and wellness-focused companies are non-profits or government agencies, which ...

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MI

$33.46 - $41.83/hr

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or equivalent master's-level licensure * Valid Michigan state ... Eligible for government loan forgiveness program (federal employer) * Work schedule: 37.5 hours ...

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Crisis Care Clinician

Monroe, MI · On-site

$33.46 - $41.83/hr

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or equivalent master's-level licensure • Valid Michigan ... Eligible for government loan forgiveness program (federal employer) • Work schedule: 37.5 hours ...

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How much do lpc government jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for lpc government in Michigan is $62,681.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $69,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an LPC Government?

An LPC Government job typically refers to a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) position within a government agency. These professionals provide mental health counseling services to individuals, families, or specific populations, such as veterans, inmates, or those receiving public assistance. Responsibilities may include assessing patients, developing treatment plans, and offering therapy sessions. LPCs in government roles often work in community mental health centers, correctional facilities, schools, or social service agencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the LPC Government position?

To excel as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in a government setting, you'll typically need a master's degree in counseling or a related field, state licensure, and experience providing mental health services. Familiarity with government case management systems, secure documentation protocols, and relevant therapeutic modalities is important. Exceptional interpersonal communication, cultural competence, and problem-solving skills are essential for effectively serving diverse client populations and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These qualifications are crucial for delivering high-quality, ethical care in accordance with government standards and for navigating complex social service environments.

What are some typical challenges faced by LPCs working in government roles?

LPCs in government positions often work with clients facing a wide range of complex issues such as trauma, substance abuse, and socioeconomic hardships, which can present unique counseling challenges. They may encounter high caseloads and the need to balance direct client care with detailed documentation and compliance with government regulations. Collaboration with social workers, law enforcement, or other agencies is common and can require strong teamwork and communication skills. Building resilience and effective self-care strategies is important for managing the emotional demands of the role. Despite these challenges, many LPCs find government work highly rewarding due to the opportunity to make a significant positive impact in their communities.

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Infographic showing various Lpc Government job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,681 per year, or $30.1 per hour.

LPC or LMSW Outpatient Therapist

Ellie Mental Health

On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Ellie Mental Health rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources
  • 401(k)
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free food & snacks
  • Bonus based on performance

LPC or LMSW Outpatient Therapist
Now Interviewing for a September Start!
Ready to love where you work?
Ellie Mental Health - Clinton Township is growing, and we're looking for a compassionate, motivated therapist to join our supportive team. If you're passionate about helping people while working in a collaborative environment where clinicians are truly valued, we'd love to meet you!
♥ Why Ellie?
At Ellie, we believe great client care starts with supporting our therapists. We foster a positive, team-oriented culture where you'll feel encouraged, appreciated, and never like you're practicing alone.
What You'll Enjoy
  • $70,000-$90,000+ earning potential
  • W2 position
  • Competitive, clinician-friendly compensation model
  • Your own fully furnished private office
  • Health and dental insurance; 401K
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • Flexible scheduling with some remote work opportunities
  • Continuing education support
  • Collaborative, experienced leadership team
  • Regular consultation and clinical support
  • Fun team culture (and yes... snacks!)

What You'll Do
  • Provide outpatient therapy for children 12+, teens, adults, couples, and families
  • Complete assessments, treatment plans, and documentation
  • Deliver compassionate, evidence-based care
  • Collaborate with an engaged, supportive clinical team

We're Looking For
  • Michigan fully licensed LPC or LMSW
  • Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills
  • Experience with private practice outpatient therapy preferred
  • Passion for helping clients and contributing to a positive team culture
  • Ability to see children ages 8+ a bonus!

Position Details
  • Full-time position (average 25 client sessions/week)
  • Primarily in-office (minimum 4 days/week)
  • Some evening and Saturday availability required

Ready to join a team that genuinely supports its clinicians?
Apply today and discover why Ellie Mental Health is a place where therapists can build meaningful careers while making a lasting impact in the community.
For more information, visit .
Compensation: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Seeking creative & collaborative humans with a passion for changing mental health care in fun and meaningful ways
Don't meet EVERY requirement?
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Ellie Mental Health is devoted to purposefully building an inclusive and diverse workplace where all of our humans can be their authentic selves! (Authenticity is one of our core values, after all...) If you're excited about the chance to be a change-maker with us, but your past experience doesn't perfectly align with every single qualification of the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. Our mental health jobs need dedicated individuals from every background who are willing to care for others. And who knows, you might just be the perfect candidate for another role!
Employee Experience
We take care of our people. It's that simple. From investing in their financial future, to providing wages that shatter the ceiling in our industry to reasonable caseload expectations we ensure that our people are happy. Happy employees do better work and provide better client care! No matter what it is that you do in your mental health career at Ellie, our clients depend on us cultivating an environment where our employees can thrive so that they can thrive too!
Y'all, jobs in mental health are tough jobs with a high risk of emotional fatigue and burnout. At Ellie, we use all of our core values of humor, creativity, authenticity, acceptance, determination, and compassion not just out in our communities, but we turn them inwards too! Our employees have clear growth paths for advancing their careers.
We have created a culture that reminds us that our employees are our leaders!
Company Structure
Ellie is a socially responsible for-profit business, which allows us to be flexible and responsive to our community's needs. Many mental health and wellness-focused companies are non-profits or government agencies, which rely on the general public, grants, or large donors for funding. This model often results in little creativity and lower compensation for employees, promoting a work culture that just makes people feel "blah."
Feeling blah doesn't help employees stay motivated, engaged, or even in their jobs for a very long time! So we created a new model: one that puts flexibility, innovative decision-making, creativity, and our people first, while remaining a socially conscious and responsible for-profit business focused on changing how we treat mental health.
In short, we're just people helping people. Wanna join the herd?

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