Behavioral Health Counselor; LCSW, LMFT, LPC or PsyD

Behavioral Health Counselor (LCSW, LMFT, LPC or PsyD)

Monday‑Friday schedule! Student loan payback! Continuing Education! Have you considered joining a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)? Rockbridge Area Health Center (RAHC) of Lexington, VA is looking to hire a passionate Behavioral Health Counselor (LCSW, LMFT, LPC or PsyD) to join our patient‑centered team. This full‑time position earns a minimum annual salary of $68,000 commensurate with experience and is eligible to receive a sign‑on bonus of $5,000.

Our team enjoys great benefits, including license renewal reimbursement, continuing professional education leave and allowance, and paid malpractice insurance.

RAHC is an FQHC located in the beautiful Central Shenandoah Valley of Virginia just minutes away from the Appalachian Trail and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Our mission is to promote and provide access to comprehensive, high‑quality, and affordable healthcare to improve the health and well‑being of the greater community.

You will be part of our integrated primary and behavioral health care team responsible for providing evidence‑based counseling for our patients. Your day will consist of patient assessment, treatment planning, on‑going counseling, and crisis intervention for patients 5 years of age and older.

• Master’s degree in counseling or social work with a current LCSW, LMFT, or LPC license in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or a PhD/PsyD licensed in clinical psychology in Virginia.
• Cannot be sanctioned under Medicaid or Medicare.
• Must meet RAHC privileging requirements as required by the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with hands‑on practicum required.
• Direct experience in substance use disorder treatment (preferred).
• Willing to see and be skilled with counseling patients from 5+ years of age.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

• Eligibility for state & federal loan repayment.
• FTCA malpractice coverage.
• Flexible scheduling; vacation/sick/holiday/CME time off.
• Health/dental/vision coverage; 403(b) retirement program; disability & life insurance.
• Relocation expenses; CME allowance; payment of societal & membership dues, license, DEA, etc.
• A schedule that provides excellent work‑life balance.

If you enjoy making a difference in your local community and want the opportunity to provide care to those who might not otherwise receive it, please apply today by submitting your cover letter and resume. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Visit rockahc.org to learn more about Rockbridge Area Health Center. For questions about the application process, please contact Human Resources by calling (540) 464‑8700 or hr. EOE

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care