About This Role
As a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with New Directions Mental Health in Lawrence, Massachusetts, you'll work directly with children, adolescents, and adults in an outpatient setting. Your days will involve conducting initial assessments, creating tailored treatment plans, and delivering therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches. You'll work alongside psychiatrists, social workers, and other clinical staff to coordinate comprehensive care and track client progress. This role suits candidates with a valid mental health license who are genuinely motivated to help diverse populations and thrive in collaborative team settings. You'll have the opportunity to build ongoing therapeutic relationships while contributing to a workplace culture that values professional development and clinical excellence.
$25–$45/hr
Clinic / Outpatient
Days / Nights
Therapy license
Location & Routes
- Base city: Lawrence, MA
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your therapy role
Requirements
Active state license in good standing (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
Experience requirements vary by employer.
BLS typically required.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active state license in your discipline (PT, OT, SLP, LCSW, LPC, BCBA, etc.) in good standing. Therapy licensure is state-specific — the PT, OT, and ASLP-IC compacts let you practice in member states without a separate license.
Is this a school-year or year-round position?
School-based therapy roles typically follow a 9- or 10-month school-year calendar with summers off. Outpatient, hospital, home-health, and telehealth positions are year-round with PTO. Both options are widely available — check the job description for specifics.
What experience is expected?
Most therapy roles welcome new grads through mid-career clinicians. Specialty positions (acute care, NICU, pediatric feeding, hand therapy) typically prefer 2+ years plus relevant certifications.
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Full Job Details
New Directions Mental Health seeks a Licensed Mental Health Therapist to provide compassionate outpatient care to children, adolescents, and adults.
In this role, you will conduct assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based therapy within a supportive, team-oriented environment.
You’ll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary providers to optimize client outcomes while benefiting from a culture rooted in empathy, professional growth, and meaningful impact in the mental health community.