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How much do lpc hospital jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for lpc hospital in Texas is $67,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an LPC hospital?

An LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in a hospital provides mental health support to patients dealing with emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges. They assess, diagnose, and create treatment plans, often working with medical teams to ensure holistic care. LPCs in hospitals may also provide crisis intervention, therapy, and support for patients and families coping with trauma, medical conditions, or mental health disorders.

What are typical daily responsibilities of an LPC working in a hospital environment?

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs) working in hospitals usually provide individual and group counseling, conduct mental health assessments, and develop treatment plans for patients with varying needs. They often work closely with psychiatrists, physicians, nurses, and social workers to create comprehensive care strategies. Their day may also include crisis intervention, coordinating care post-discharge, and participating in case conferences. This dynamic setting offers exposure to diverse patient populations and allows LPCs to make a significant impact within a collaborative care team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the LPC hospital position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in a hospital setting, you need a master's degree in counseling or a related field, active LPC licensure, and strong clinical assessment and intervention skills. Experience with electronic health records (EHRs), familiarity with behavioral health documentation standards, and crisis intervention certifications are often required. Exceptional interpersonal communication, resilience, and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams help individuals excel in this position. These skills ensure effective delivery of mental health care and seamless integration with the broader hospital care team.

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Infographic showing various Lpc Hospital job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 9% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,000 per year, or $32.2 per hour.

Social Services Director (LPC, LMSW, LCSW)

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Plainview

Plainview, TX โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Plainview, Texas is a 20-bed, acute geriatric psych facility located in Plainview, Texas. We are looking for an experienced a licensed LCSW, LMSW or a LPC to be part of the Clinical Services Team.

The LPC, LMSW or LCSW Director works as an integral part of our social services program which is necessary to meet the legal, organizational, medical staff and regulatory agency guidelines.   All duties are to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Allegiance and Freedom policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards.  Essential Functions: Provides individual, group and family session for patients as indicated by the supervisor.  Participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and participates in chart reviews for quality assurance.  Work with the clinical department including the following functions: discharge and after care planning, completion of discharge summaries, completion of clinical documentation and providing guidance to the clinical staff.  Review psycho-social documentation, completion of outcome studies assessments and development clinical notes. Provides clinical counseling services, including group, individual and family services including communication in an age/disability/culturally sensitive milieu.   Performs other duties and projects as assigned.  


Educational/Experience Requirements/Qualifications/Skills:

Must be a (1) LPC, LMSW or LCSW in the State of Texas and (2) or must possess one of the following:

Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and prefer at least three (3) years of full-time experience in psych.

Excellent assertive communication skills, good writing and composition skills and able to organize and prioritize high volume workload.  Must be able to work under close supervision.

Therapeutic Intervention/De-escalation education required.

Must successfully complete CPR certification, as well as attend our approved behavioral de-escalation program.

License:  LPC, LMSW, LMFT in good standing with the State of Texas.



Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Plainview, Tx provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.