Mental Health Professional - PRN days
Company : wellpath
Location : West Palm Beach, FL, 33406-3001
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
You Matter
• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities
Join us and find a career that supports:• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training
Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.
Why Us
Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.
If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.
Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan.
We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support.
How you make a difference
The Mental Health Professional provides clinical services to individuals under the supervision of the Mental Health Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor or Mental Health Director. They conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide evidenced-based psychotherapeutic interventions. Additionally, they provide mental health consultation and training to facility staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical services to persons served in compliance with policies and relevant professional standards, including individual and group psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and diagnostic evaluations.
- Complete relevant clinical documentation, including clinical service reports and mental health treatment records, in a timely and professional manner.
- Provide consultation services to institutional staff, including screening committees and psychiatric staff, regarding the mental status and management of persons served.
- Participate in staff meetings, in-service training programs, and specialized clinical services and/or program development activities.
- Maintain accountability for services provided through participation in the Quality Improvement program and timely and accurate recording of activities.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- Master’s degree in a behavioral/social science field from an accredited college or university.
Experience
- Coursework and professional experience that indicates knowledge of mental health counseling, group and individual psychotherapy, diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, psychological assessment techniques, crisis intervention, and mental health consultation.
Licenses/Certifications
- LMSW, LPC, or similar licensure in the state from the appropriate state licensing board; Must maintain CPR certification and any other certifications (such as First Aid) required.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.
We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.
Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.
We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
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Frequently asked questions
West Palm Beach shows a growing need for mental health professionals, especially PRN roles, due to increased focus on underserved populations. Compared to other healthcare jobs, these positions offer flexible schedules and are vital for crisis intervention, highlighting strong local hiring trends in behavioral health sectors.
Yes, Florida requires relevant credentials such as LMSW or LPC licensure to practice as a PRN mental health professional. Employers in West Palm Beach often seek candidates maintaining CPR certification and state-approved licenses to ensure compliance and quality care standards.
This role uniquely blends part-time flexibility with impactful clinical duties like psychotherapy and crisis management. Unlike full-time jobs, it offers autonomy and frequent engagement with diverse patient needs, enabling professionals to contribute meaningfully without fixed schedules.
Core competencies include expertise in evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions, crisis intervention techniques, diagnostic assessments, and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams. Adapting to fast-paced settings while maintaining compassionate patient care is crucial.
Many start by gaining clinical experience and licensure, then move into supervisory or specialized therapy roles. Continuous education and training open doors to leadership positions or specialized practice areas, especially within mission-driven organizations focused on underserved communities.
Wellpath emphasizes a people-first culture with comprehensive perks like tuition assistance, wellness programs, and daily pay options. Their focus on vulnerable populations and ongoing clinical training supports both professional growth and meaningful patient impact.
Wellpath fosters work-life harmony with flexible PRN scheduling, access to employee assistance programs including free counseling, and wellness benefits such as fitness memberships. This approach helps staff maintain physical, mental, and financial wellbeing while serving in demanding roles.
PRN mental health professionals in West Palm Beach usually earn between $30 to $45 per hour, depending on licensure and experience. This competitive pay reflects the specialized skills required and local market demand for flexible behavioral health clinicians.
Challenges include managing high patient acuity with limited hours and navigating diverse cultural backgrounds. However, strong community support and Wellpath’s training resources help mitigate these, enabling effective care for West Palm Beach’s underserved populations.
This role balances autonomy with collaboration by providing direct patient care and consulting institutional staff on mental health management. Participation in team meetings and training ensures integration within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining independent clinical accountability.