Behavioral Health Counselor

Behavioral Health Counselor

Rural Family Medicine Clinic | Pacific Northwest

Salary: 78,000-108,000 USD Annually (Based on Experience)

Position Type: Full-time, forty hours per week
Schedule: Day shift, eight-hour shifts

This is an opportunity to do meaningful behavioral health work in a rural community where care is personal, collaborative, and deeply valued.

We are supporting a rural family medicine clinic that believes behavioral health is essential to whole-person care. This role is ideal for a counselor who values connection, community, and integrated care, and who wants their work to make a visible difference in the lives of patients and families.

Why This Role Matters

In rural healthcare, behavioral health providers are not working on the sidelines. They are trusted partners in care. You will work alongside primary care providers, nursing staff, and support teams to help patients navigate mental health challenges, life transitions, and everyday stressors with dignity and compassion.

This clinic values relationship-based care, time with patients, and a supportive team environment. You will be respected for your expertise and supported in your work.

What You Will Do

Provide behavioral health counseling services to patients across the lifespan
Support patients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life stressors
Collaborate closely with primary care providers and clinical staff
Participate in integrated care planning and patient support
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Build trusting relationships with patients and families
Serve as a compassionate and steady presence within the care team

What We Are Looking For

Licensed or license eligible Behavioral Health Counselor
Experience in outpatient or community based settings preferred
Comfort working as part of an integrated healthcare team
Strong communication and relationship building skills
A heart for rural care and community focused work
A thoughtful, patient centered approach to counseling

Why Rural

This role is located in a Pacific Northwest rural community known for wide open landscapes, outdoor recreation, and a slower pace of life. It is a place where people know their neighbors, leadership is accessible, and healthcare professionals are truly valued.

If you are looking for work that feels purposeful and a lifestyle that allows room to breathe, this role offers both.