Discover a Career with Compass Counseling Services Of Northern Virginia

*$24–$30/hr + Free LPC/LCSW Supervision*

Resident in Counseling | LPC Resident | Supervisee in Social Work | Mental Health Therapist | Community-Based Therapist | Intensive In-Home Therapist | Free LPC/LCSW Supervision | Counseling Resident Job

Residents and Supervisees receive structured caseload support, paid supervision, and opportunities to quickly build clinical hours toward LPC or LCSW licensure

Join Compass – Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community

Compass NOVA is seeking passionate and dedicated mental health clinicians to join our Intensive In-Home (IIH) program. This position offers a comprehensive clinical experience ideal for those working toward licensure as a Resident in Counseling or Supervisee in Social Work.

At Compass, you’ll work alongside a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to helping children, adults, and families build stability, resilience, and stronger relationships. Our clinicians provide community-based mental health treatment to youth under 21 experiencing serious emotional or behavioral challenges, helping prevent out-of-home placements and strengthen family systems.

Clinicians also have opportunities to provide outpatient therapy and community-based services to adults and families, allowing you to develop a well-rounded clinical skill set.

What You’ll Do

As a Community-Based Mental Health Therapist, you will:

• Provide individual and family therapy in home and community settings
• Support youth and families in achieving treatment goals and improving functioning
• Engage caregivers, schools, and other treatment professionals to strengthen support systems
• Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Participate in regular clinical supervision and case consultation
• Maintain timely documentation in accordance with agency and state requirements
• Ensure clients have access to 24/7 crisis support when needed

Why Join Compass NOVA?

Compass is committed to supporting early-career clinicians and helping them grow into confident, highly skilled professionals. We provide strong supervision, mentorship, and training to help clinicians succeed while building hours toward licensure.

What We Offer

• Free LPC and LCSW clinical supervision
• Paid internships for qualified candidates
• Competitive compensation with pay for indirect clinical activities, including:
• Driving time
• Clinical supervision
• Training
• Mileage reimbursement
• Company-issued iPad for documentation and telehealth
• Regular clinical consultation and mentorship
• Extensive onboarding and ongoing clinical training
• Flexible scheduling with opportunities for advancement
• Supportive, team-oriented culture focused on professional development

Compensation

$24 – $30 per hour depending on experience

Additional compensation includes:

• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid supervision and training
• Phone and supply reimbursement
• Opportunities for increased hours and advancement

Typical clinicians work 20–30 hours per week, with opportunities to expand their caseload as desired. Residents and Supervisees have opportunities to build clinical hours toward licensure through community-based and outpatient services. This allows for a faster licensure process.

Schedule and Workload

Compass offers a flexible schedule where full-time status is achieved with approximately 105 hours per month (about 25 hours per week).

This reduced full-time requirement allows clinicians to maintain a strong work-life balance while still qualifying for full benefits.

Clinicians typically schedule sessions during afternoons and evenings, with flexibility to structure their weekly schedule based on client needs.

Full-Time Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related mental health field
• Eligible for Resident in Counseling or Supervisee in Social Work status in Virginia
• Valid driver’s license with minimum 1 year driving history and good driving record
• Availability for afternoon and evening appointments
• Commitment to providing community-based services

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for clinicians who:

• Are passionate about community-based mental health care
• Enjoy working with youth and families
• Value collaboration and professional growth
• Are motivated to build strong clinical skills and make a lasting impact

About Compass

Compass NOVA is one of Virginia’s leading providers of behavioral health services. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality care while fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment for clinicians.

To learn more about our organization, visit:
www.compassnova.com