Resident in Counseling

Compass Behavioral Group • Charlottesville, VA

3d • $35 - $40

About The Position

Launch Your Clinical Career with Compass: Grow as a Resident in Counseling on the Path to LPC Licensure About Us Compass Behavioral Group is one of Virginia’s largest and most respected providers of behavioral and mental health services. We deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to children, adolescents, and their families — and we invest deeply in the development of the clinicians who serve them. For Residents in Counseling, Compass offers a uniquely rich and comprehensive residency experience designed to prepare you for LPC licensure in Virginia. You’ll receive high-quality supervision at no cost, gain practical experience across service settings, and develop into a confident, ethical, and clinically skilled provider ready to make a meaningful impact. Why Choose Compass? Supportive Culture & Clinical Excellence Free licensure supervision (with no contract required) A collaborative, transparent, and consistent work environment Extensive onboarding and ongoing clinical training Group and individual supervision focused on clinical reasoning, ethics, and application of theory A professional culture that emphasizes accountability, reflection, and continual growth Professional Growth & Development Deep exploration of ethical practice, clinical writing, assessment skills, and therapeutic frameworks Exposure to diverse client presentations and systems of care Opportunities to understand not just how Compass provides services, but why Preparation to become a highly skilled, ethical, and confident licensed professional counselor in Virginia Streamlined Tools & Resources Company-issued iPad for documentation Mileage, phone, and therapeutic supplies reimbursement Paid indirect time for documentation, drive time, and training Access to video-based supervision to strengthen self-reflection and clinical competence Your Role as a Resident in Counseling As a Resident in Counseling at Compass, you will: Conduct comprehensive psychosocial and diagnostic assessments in collaboration with a supervising LPC Provide outpatient counseling services to children, adolescents, and families with a wide range of diagnoses Deliver intensive in-home and community stabilization services, including crisis intervention, skills restoration, treatment planning, and family therapy Coordinate care with multiple systems of support and engage with community partners throughout Virginia Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of licensed professionals Training & Supervision Residents in Counseling will: Participate in structured new hire and ongoing clinical trainings Take part in individual and group supervision that integrates evidence-based therapeutic strategies Use video-based supervision to enhance skill development, clinical reflection, and case conceptualization Build professional identity within a supportive, mission-driven organization Qualifications Required: Master’s Degree in Counseling with goal of becoming licensed (LPC-track) Valid driver’s license and 3+ years of licensed driving experience Compensation & Benefits Pay Range: $35–$40 per hour Full-time Residents in Counseling (105+ hours/month) receive: Paid Time Off Company-issued iPad Medical, dental, and vision insurance Short-term and long-term disability coverage Life insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) 401(k) with company match Mileage, phone, and supplies reimbursement Reimbursement for indirect time (drive time, documentation, training) Employee bonuses and advancement opportunities Schedule Monday through Friday Afternoon and early evening availability required Ready to Begin Your Journey Toward LPC Licensure? At Compass, you’ll find meaningful work, high-quality supervision, and a team committed to helping you grow both professionally and personally. Apply now and learn more at: www.compassva.com/discoverwhatsnext

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Counseling with goal of becoming licensed (LPC-track)
• Valid driver’s license and 3+ years of licensed driving experience

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial and diagnostic assessments in collaboration with a supervising LPC
• Provide outpatient counseling services to children, adolescents, and families with a wide range of diagnoses
• Deliver intensive in-home and community stabilization services, including crisis intervention, skills restoration, treatment planning, and family therapy
• Coordinate care with multiple systems of support and engage with community partners throughout Virginia
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of licensed professionals
• Participate in structured new hire and ongoing clinical trainings
• Take part in individual and group supervision that integrates evidence-based therapeutic strategies
• Use video-based supervision to enhance skill development, clinical reflection, and case conceptualization
• Build professional identity within a supportive, mission-driven organization

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Company-issued iPad
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Mileage, phone, and supplies reimbursement
• Reimbursement for indirect time (drive time, documentation, training)
• Employee bonuses and advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

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