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Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA)
Full-Time | W2 | In person or Hybrid | Vancouver, WA
Blue Leaf Mental Wellness Center is growing, and we're looking for a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) to join our team.
If you're passionate about working with adults, curious about trauma and EMDR, and excited to grow into the clinician you want to become, we'd love to meet you.
Many of our clinicians have built long-term careers with our practice, which reflects the supportive, collaborative culture we've intentionally created.
We're not looking for someone seeking a short-term stepping stone. We're looking for someone who wants to build something meaningful and grow within a team invested in long-term development.
ABOUT THE ROLE
You'll work with an adult caseload in a trauma-focused practice using evidence-based approaches, including EMDR.
You'll receive support from a Clinical Psychologist and experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselors through:
- Weekly supervision
- Monthly group consultation
- Monthly EMDR consultation with an Approved EMDR Consultant
- Monthly team meetings
- A team culture that takes clinical growth seriously
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We're seeking someone who is:
Residing in SW Washington
Actively credentialed and newly minted as an LMHCA in Washington State
Experienced working with adults
Interested in trauma-focused work
Experience with neurodiversity, OCD, perinatal mental health is strongly considered
Genuinely excited about learning and pursuing EMDR training
Open to feedback, growth, and collaboration
Available full-time , including some evening hours
Able to work in person, will consider hybrid with at least 2 in-office days per week
Experience in the following areas is of particular interest: neurodivergence, OCD, perinatal mental health, and trauma.
WHAT WE OFFER
Clinical Support & Community
- Weekly supervision with a seasoned psychologist (PhD)
- Monthly group consultation with both newer and experienced clinicians
- Monthly EMDR consultation with an Approved EMDR Consultant
- All 10 required EMDR consultation hours included at no cost
- A cohesive and intentionally built team culture
EMDR Training Investment
- 50% reimbursement of approved EMDR training upon completion
- We'll help identify the right training and timing
- Reimbursement available while actively employed
- All required EMDR consultation hours covered
Hybrid Schedule Flexibility
- Minimum 2 in-office days per week (3 preferred)
- Remaining sessions may be conducted via telehealth
- Evening availability required to support client needs
Infrastructure Designed for Clinicians
We've intentionally built systems so clinicians can focus on clinical work:
- Dedicated Client Care Specialist handling intake coordination and initial scheduling
- Dedicated billing support managing insurance verification and billing
- Administrative infrastructure designed to reduce clinician burden
COMPENSATION & BENEFITSCompensation
Clinical rate: $55 per billable clinical hour
Admin bonus: $20/hour for every 6 billable hours worked (automatic)
Full-time expectation: 25 billable clinical hours/week plus supervision, and monthly meetings
Estimated annual earnings: Approximately $68,000–$75,000 depending on caseload ramp-up and scheduling
Year 2 at Blue Leaf
Automatic pay increase: Approximately $75,000–$82,000 at expected full-time caseload
Team meetings & supervision: Paid at admin rate
Late cancellations & no-shows: Paid
Benefits
- Medical insurance available for full-time clinicians
- Washington State sick time
- 6 hours of birthday PTO, because that day should feel different
- Continuing education stipend and subscription
- 50% reimbursement for approved EMDR training
- Required supervision for Associates
- EMDR consultation for EMDR training completion.
WHY BLUE LEAF
We believe clinicians do their best work when they feel supported, challenged, connected, and genuinely invested in.
We're committed to creating an environment where clinicians continue developing their skills while building a future with our team.
If you're looking for a practice where people stay, grow, and are truly supported — we'd love to hear from you.
HOW TO APPLY
Send your resume and cover letter through INDEED and indicate approximately how many direct client hours you need for full licensure.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage early applications.
Expected start date: July 1, 2026-August 15, 2026
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Education:
- Master's (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $68,000 - $75,000