Registered Associate LPC

Bend Mental Wellness • Bend, OR

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Bend Mental Wellness is seeking a Registered LPC Associate in Oregon to join our small, supportive team. This role offers the chance to earn licensure hours while gaining experience in building a private practice. You can live and work anywhere in Oregon and choose your preferred format—in-person, hybrid, or fully online. We offer mentorship, flexibility, and the opportunity to grow both clinically and professionally. We’re seeking an associate who is eager to grow in two key areas: Developing clinical expertise and becoming a highly skilled therapist. Learning the business side of private practice to build long-term career independence. At Bend Mental Wellness, we value authenticity, community, humor, deep thinking, curiosity, hard work, and creating a sustainable practice. We offer a balance of independence and support, providing both clinical supervision and hands-on business mentorship. Our goal is that by the time you’re fully licensed, you’ll have the confidence, knowledge, and experience to step fully into your own private practice.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills.
• Ability to build rapport quickly and work with diverse clients.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage time effectively.
• Compassionate, ethical, and committed to professional growth.
• Interest in learning the business aspects of running a private counseling practice.
• Your past professional and life experiences have shaped your growth and wisdom, allowing you to support patients from diverse backgrounds with empathy and understanding.
• Must practice counseling in the state of Oregon.
• Master’s degree in counseling (or expected graduation soon).
• Will be a Registered Associate LPC, per the Oregon State Board of Licensed Counselors and Therapists, by the start date of employment.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with clients.
• Diagnose and treat mental health concerns.
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs.
• Provide ongoing counseling, assessment, and treatment adjustments.
• Engage family members in the therapeutic process when appropriate.
• Refer clients to outside specialists or agencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate and thorough client records.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical guidelines at all times.
• Contribute to the practice by assisting with related tasks as needed.
• Work with clients to onboard, schedule, and maintain professional and timely communication.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling – set your own hours.
• The option to work virtually and/or in person.
• Full billing and invoicing support—Bend Mental Wellness handles all billing, and associates receive a fair percentage of the collected fees.
• A built-in referral stream to help grow your caseload.
• Ongoing clinical supervision and business mentorship to prepare you for private practice ownership.

What This Job Offers

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