Consider a Counselor IV Opportunity! Elevate your counseling career with our unique Counselor IV position! Enjoy the flexibility to choose your work setting-fully remote, in-office, or hybrid-while benefiting from all the perks of being an employee of BestSelf Behavioral Health. We offer Paid Time Off, a variety of health, dental, and vision insurance plans, eligibility for student loan forgiveness, plus many more. Experience the freedom of a private practice model Counselor position without the overhead costs-apply today and join a supportive team dedicated to your professional growth!
Discover the benefits of a BestSelf Counselor IV position vs. a Private Practice Counselor below:
BestSelf Counselor IV |
Private Practice |
FREE Malpractice Insurance |
$500-$1,200 yearly |
FREE CEUs and trainings |
Hundreds of dollars to stay up to date |
FREE Electronic Medical Record |
$600-$1,200 yearly |
FREE Computer & Technology Upgrades |
$1,500+ upgrades and HIPAA compliance |
FREE Supervision |
$1,000-$1,200 yearly in the community |
Included scheduling & customer service support |
$100-$200 monthly |
FREE referrals & marketing |
$30-50 per listing, per site, website, business cards, etc. |
Group Health Insurance |
Market pricing after self-research |
Group Life Insurance |
Market pricing after self-research |
FREE Billing |
5-7% of processing claim, plus applying to boards |
Coverage for emergencies, crisis calls, vacation |
You are the emergency & crisis line! |
Consistent salary, paid/taxed as an employee |
Dependent on demand/show rates, paid/taxed as an independent contractor |
Network of in-house referral services |
Consistent follow-up and networking |
In-house medication assessment & medical supports |
Building own network/following up on referrals/no reimbursement |
Paid time off with increase in accrual rates based on years of service |
0 Hours |
Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs |
None |
Company retirement contribution 3-7% of salary |
Only what you save |
Peace of mind and various supports from BestSelf |
Independent in all matters |
You can save up to $14,000 per year by becoming a Counselor IV!
Other things to consider: Counselor IV is required to meet a minimum of 750 units (full time) or 375 units (part time) per calendar year, monitored on a quarterly basis. The Counselor IV sets their own hours and coordinates their schedule with the clinic.
Qualifications: Must be fully licensed as an LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT or eligible for full licensure within 6 months of hire date.
Rate of Pay: A Counselor IV with BestSelf is primarily paid per unit of service. In addition, a Counselor IV has a separate administrative rate for paid time off, required trainings, or required meetings. See below for more information.
Other benefits not already mentioned, that you can look forward to: