Associate Mental Health Therapist

Brightways Counseling Group • Eugene, OR

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Brightways Counseling Group is seeking an Associate Mental Health Therapist to provide behavioral health services at its Eugene, Oregon office. The role is onsite and full-time, with a W-2 employment arrangement. Associate clinicians who have a clear path to obtaining full licensure as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW by July 1, 2027, are encouraged to apply; Brightways supports associates through the transition to full licensure.

Full-time clinicians are expected to complete 22 client sessions per week, with 28 appointments scheduled weekly to account for routine cancellations and rescheduling. Compensation is based on completed billable sessions, offering flexibility over schedule and earnings. The advertised annual compensation for associate clinicians is $67,158 to $90,558 for schedules of four or five days per week. Clinicians who remain with Brightways through licensure receive a pay and benefits increase; licensed clinicians earn a stated range of $82,369 to $131,040, depending on schedule.

Brightways describes its workplace as supportive and collaborative, balancing autonomy, security, and collaboration. The organization seeks a clinician who can act as a brand ambassador by representing the company and its leadership positively and professionally. Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer background check.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, professional counseling, family therapy, or another qualified degree.
• Hold an Oregon associate license: LPCA, CSWA, or AMFT.
• Demonstrate a clear path to obtaining full licensure as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW by July 1, 2027.
• Experience providing behavioral health services using evidence-based practices.
• Be able to work with clients of any age group, from children to adults.
• Pass a post-offer background check; employment is contingent upon passing.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health services using evidence-based practices to clients of all ages.
• Complete an expected 22 client sessions per week, with 28 appointments scheduled weekly.
• Represent Brightways and its leadership positively and professionally as a brand ambassador.

Benefits

• Up to four weeks of paid time off: two weeks upon hire and the opportunity to earn up to two additional weeks annually through a productivity-based PTO program.
• Employer contributions toward medical, dental, and prescription insurance, including acupuncture and chiropractic coverage and dental/orthodontia coverage.
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance, short-term disability, accident, and hospital insurance offered through Aflac.
• Employer 401(k) matching of up to 4% of pay for eligible employees after one year of service.
• Optional monthly stipend of $150 for outsourced licensure supervision.
• Annual employee appreciation events, quarterly team socials, and work anniversary gifts.
• Pay and benefits increase upon licensure for associates who remain with Brightways through licensure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level