Licensed Professional Counselor Jobs in Missouri
Licensed Professional Counselor jobs in Missouri are consistently active, with steady demand concentrated in community mental health centers, hospital systems, school districts, and substance use treatment programs. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Burrell Behavioral Health, SSM Health, and BJC HealthCare maintain ongoing hiring for LPCs across outpatient, inpatient, and integrated care settings. The most in-demand specializations are trauma-focused therapy, substance use and co-occurring disorders, and school-based counseling. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services
Join a mission-driven behavioral health organization that has been a trusted partner to Long-Term Care (LTC) communities for over 30 years. Deer Oaks is a nationally recognized leader in geriatric behavioral health, partnering with thousands of facilities across the country to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to older adults and individuals with chronic medical conditions.
We are seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our integrated clinical team. In this role, you will work onsite in one or more long-term care facilities within your local community, providing therapy, assessment, care planning, and behavioral health support. This position offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and robust administrative and clinical support so you can focus on what matters most—helping patients thrive.
What You’ll Do
As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you will:
Clinical Care
- Provide individual, family, and group therapy to LTC residents.
- Conduct clinical assessments, psychosocial evaluations, screenings, and treatment planning.
- Support residents with depression, anxiety, adjustment to illness, grief, trauma, substance use, behavioral disturbances, and other conditions common in LTC settings.
- Deliver behavioral management and brief, goal-oriented interventions aligned with best practices in geriatric care.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Work closely with nursing, social services, rehabilitation, and medical providers to coordinate treatment and improve resident outcomes.
- Participate in care plan discussions, facility meetings, and case collaborations as needed.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain complete and timely documentation using our Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT).
- Follow ethical, professional, and regulatory guidelines for clinical documentation, confidentiality, and care delivery.
Facility Partnership
- Build strong, professional relationships with facility staff and leadership.
- Serve as a behavioral health resource and trusted partner in supporting residents’ mental and emotional needs.
Why Choose Deer Oaks?
We are a provider-centric organization that takes pride in supporting our clinicians with the tools, training, and benefits they need to succeed.
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible scheduling — create your own Monday–Friday schedule
- No evenings, weekends, or on-call
- Autonomy in organizing your daily workflow and caseload
Professional Growth
- ASWB-accredited CEUs at no cost
- Ongoing clinical support, mentorship, and consultation
- Access to geriatric-specific clinical training and specialty resources
Robust Administrative Support
- Dedicated teams for billing, collections, credentialing, insurance, and scheduling
- HIPAA-compliant documentation system and efficient workflows
- Liability insurance provided (100% company-paid) for full-time and part-time staff
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation model
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
Who Thrives in this Role?
- LPCs who value autonomy paired with team collaboration
- Clinicians who enjoy working with older adults and medically complex individuals
- Strong communicators comfortable partnering with facility staff
- Providers who are organized, compassionate, and clinically confident
- Clinicians seeking long-term stability in a supportive environment
What You’ll Need
- Active, unrestricted LPC license
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
- Comfortable navigating LTC environments
- Commitment to timely documentation and high-quality care
About Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution
Focused exclusively on behavioral health in long-term care since 1992, Deer Oaks proudly serves thousands of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities nationwide. Our mission is to enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life of residents through compassionate, clinically excellent behavioral health services.
To learn more about Deer Oaks Behavioral Health and explore current career opportunities, please visit www.deeroaks.com (https://www.deeroaks.com/), or contact Jacques Vercautrin, Recruitment Manager, at 210-237-6463 or jvercautrin@deeroaks.com (mailto:jvercautrin@deeroaks.com).
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services
Join a mission-driven behavioral health organization that has been a trusted partner to Long-Term Care (LTC) communities for over 30 years. Deer Oaks is a nationally recognized leader in geriatric behavioral health, partnering with thousands of facilities across the country to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to older adults and individuals with chronic medical conditions.
We are seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our integrated clinical team. In this role, you will work onsite in one or more long-term care facilities within your local community, providing therapy, assessment, care planning, and behavioral health support. This position offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and robust administrative and clinical support so you can focus on what matters most—helping patients thrive.
What You’ll Do
As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you will:
Clinical Care
- Provide individual, family, and group therapy to LTC residents.
- Conduct clinical assessments, psychosocial evaluations, screenings, and treatment planning.
- Support residents with depression, anxiety, adjustment to illness, grief, trauma, substance use, behavioral disturbances, and other conditions common in LTC settings.
- Deliver behavioral management and brief, goal-oriented interventions aligned with best practices in geriatric care.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Work closely with nursing, social services, rehabilitation, and medical providers to coordinate treatment and improve resident outcomes.
- Participate in care plan discussions, facility meetings, and case collaborations as needed.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain complete and timely documentation using our Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT).
- Follow ethical, professional, and regulatory guidelines for clinical documentation, confidentiality, and care delivery.
Facility Partnership
- Build strong, professional relationships with facility staff and leadership.
- Serve as a behavioral health resource and trusted partner in supporting residents’ mental and emotional needs.
Why Choose Deer Oaks?
We are a provider-centric organization that takes pride in supporting our clinicians with the tools, training, and benefits they need to succeed.
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible scheduling — create your own Monday–Friday schedule
- No evenings, weekends, or on-call
- Autonomy in organizing your daily workflow and caseload
Professional Growth
- ASWB-accredited CEUs at no cost
- Ongoing clinical support, mentorship, and consultation
- Access to geriatric-specific clinical training and specialty resources
Robust Administrative Support
- Dedicated teams for billing, collections, credentialing, insurance, and scheduling
- HIPAA-compliant documentation system and efficient workflows
- Liability insurance provided (100% company-paid) for full-time and part-time staff
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation model
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
Who Thrives in this Role?
- LPCs who value autonomy paired with team collaboration
- Clinicians who enjoy working with older adults and medically complex individuals
- Strong communicators comfortable partnering with facility staff
- Providers who are organized, compassionate, and clinically confident
- Clinicians seeking long-term stability in a supportive environment
What You’ll Need
- Active, unrestricted LPC license
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
- Comfortable navigating LTC environments
- Commitment to timely documentation and high-quality care
About Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution
Focused exclusively on behavioral health in long-term care since 1992, Deer Oaks proudly serves thousands of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities nationwide. Our mission is to enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life of residents through compassionate, clinically excellent behavioral health services.
To learn more about Deer Oaks Behavioral Health and explore current career opportunities, please visit www.deeroaks.com (https://www.deeroaks.com/), or contact Jacques Vercautrin, Recruitment Manager, at 210-237-6463 or jvercautrin@deeroaks.com (mailto:jvercautrin@deeroaks.com).
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed professional counselor jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) license issued by the Missouri Committee for Professional Counselors
- Master's degree in counseling, psychology, or a closely related clinical mental health field
- Experience delivering individual and group therapy in a clinical or community setting
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Strong diagnostic skills and familiarity with DSM-5 criteria across common presentations
- Ability to maintain a full caseload and meet productivity standards in a clinical environment
Licensed Professional Counselor Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a licensed professional counselor in Missouri?
You become a licensed professional counselor in Missouri by earning a master's degree in counseling or a related field, then applying for the Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) credential through the Missouri Committee for Professional Counselors while completing your supervised hours. After finishing the required supervised experience, you pass the National Counselor Examination and apply for full LPC licensure. The Committee oversees all licensing and renewal in the state.
Which companies hire licensed professional counselors in Missouri?
Employers hiring licensed professional counselors in Missouri right now include Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates, Third Space, and EverOak Wellness, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's large community mental health centers, integrated health systems, and school districts generate the most consistent and recurring openings for LPCs across the state.
Which Missouri cities have the most licensed professional counselor jobs?
Missouri, Springfield, and Troy have the most licensed professional counselor openings in Missouri. Kansas City and St. Louis dominate because of their large hospital systems, community behavioral health networks, and university-affiliated clinics, while Springfield's anchor institutions like Burrell Behavioral Health and CoxHealth drive significant hiring in the southwest region.
Are there remote licensed professional counselor jobs in Missouri?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields. About 67% of licensed professional counselor openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the growth of telehealth in outpatient behavioral health. Individual therapy, care coordination, and EAP counseling are the sub-roles most likely to be posted as fully remote or hybrid.
How can I get hired as a licensed professional counselor in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for the Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate credential and seeking positions that explicitly hire LPCCs for supervised residency hours. Missouri's community mental health centers, including Burrell Behavioral Health and Places for People, regularly bring on candidates still completing their hours. Roles titled counseling intern, behavioral health technician, or case manager at these organizations are common lateral entry points. A completed practicum, strong clinical documentation skills, and a signed supervision plan give candidates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to licensed professional counselor jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to licensed professional counselor jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, identify roles that match your license status, specialization, and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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