Entry Level Associate Primary Therapist Jobs
New grad associate primary therapist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or clinical placement hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Eating Recovery Center and Hudson Hospital Opco LLC D/B/A Carepoint Health - Christ Hospital hiring at this level now.
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Who We Are
We’re changing lives, and we’re hiring people who want to do the same. ERC Pathlight treats eating disorders, mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions with evidence-based, compassionate care. We meet patients where they are, through locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, and help them build recovery that lasts. Founded in 2008 by psychiatrists and psychologists, we’ve helped 35,000+ people start their recovery. The need for quality mental health care keeps growing, and we’re looking for people who want to meet it.
Why Join Us
Your work matters. You matter. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and leaders who do right by our patients, every time. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to transform mental health care, you belong here.
What You’ll Be Doing
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST
Seeking therapists with full independent licensure in Texas State. Position is 100% remote, Full-time (40 hours per week). 4 Hours of group therapy per day, with 16 individual and family sessions per week.
Program Details: Virtual Partial Hospitalization
The Virtual Primary Therapist conducts individual and group therapy (adults, children and adolescents) on topics such as mood, anxiety, stress and eating disorders; conducts family therapy and/or family education sessions; develops each patient’s individualized treatment plan; and works with interdisciplinary treatment team to implement the plan. All sessions are conducted within a HIPAA compliant telehealth platform, following established protocols. Virtual therapists are required to obtain and maintain licensure for additional states, as needed, under the direction of their clinical manager/director. This position is remote.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Conducts psychotherapy including individual, group and family therapy
- For each patient on case load, completes clinical paperwork and administrative tasks including:
- Treatment plans
- Individual and Family Therapy progress notes and group notes
- Aftercare plan
- Discharge summary
- Regular communication with patient's outpatient community provider(s)
- Conducts comprehensive assessments and treatment planning for each patient on case load
- Completes psychosocial, self-harm and suicide assessments
- Creates individualized treatment plan with specific and measurable goals in collaboration with treatment team members
- Creates treatment agreements, support plans or behavior plans as needed
- Attends treatment team meetings and treatment team rounds, to coordinate patient’s care with interdisciplinary team. May provide training and guidance to less experienced teammates
Primary Therapist II Must Haves
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- Has carried significant individual and/or family caseload for at least 2 years with documented success in treating patients with common diagnoses and expected comorbidities; Demonstrated ability to work independently; Developing specialty within line of service and broadening expertise with other populations.
- Experience facilitating individual and family therapy
- Ability to move from one group assignment, line of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
Primary Therapist III Must Haves
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- At least 3 years post licensure experience working with mood, anxiety, ED and/or trauma related disorders; Some experience supervising other clinicians; Has carried a significant individual and/or family caseload, with success treating more complex cases.
- Ability to move from one group assignment, line of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
This range is dependent upon candidate's state of residence, experience and market expectations. Virtual Pay Range $69,000 - $95,000 USD
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life. We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career. We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home. When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
Who We Are
We’re changing lives, and we’re hiring people who want to do the same. ERC Pathlight treats eating disorders, mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions with evidence-based, compassionate care. We meet patients where they are, through locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, and help them build recovery that lasts. Founded in 2008 by psychiatrists and psychologists, we’ve helped 35,000+ people start their recovery. The need for quality mental health care keeps growing, and we’re looking for people who want to meet it.
Why Join Us
Your work matters. You matter. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and leaders who do right by our patients, every time. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to transform mental health care, you belong here.
What You’ll Be Doing
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST
Seeking therapists with full independent licensure in Texas State. Position is 100% remote, Full-time (40 hours per week). 4 Hours of group therapy per day, with 16 individual and family sessions per week.
Program Details: Virtual Partial Hospitalization
The Virtual Primary Therapist conducts individual and group therapy (adults, children and adolescents) on topics such as mood, anxiety, stress and eating disorders; conducts family therapy and/or family education sessions; develops each patient’s individualized treatment plan; and works with interdisciplinary treatment team to implement the plan. All sessions are conducted within a HIPAA compliant telehealth platform, following established protocols. Virtual therapists are required to obtain and maintain licensure for additional states, as needed, under the direction of their clinical manager/director. This position is remote.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Conducts psychotherapy including individual, group and family therapy
- For each patient on case load, completes clinical paperwork and administrative tasks including:
- Treatment plans
- Individual and Family Therapy progress notes and group notes
- Aftercare plan
- Discharge summary
- Regular communication with patient's outpatient community provider(s)
- Conducts comprehensive assessments and treatment planning for each patient on case load
- Completes psychosocial, self-harm and suicide assessments
- Creates individualized treatment plan with specific and measurable goals in collaboration with treatment team members
- Creates treatment agreements, support plans or behavior plans as needed
- Attends treatment team meetings and treatment team rounds, to coordinate patient’s care with interdisciplinary team. May provide training and guidance to less experienced teammates
Primary Therapist II Must Haves
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- Has carried significant individual and/or family caseload for at least 2 years with documented success in treating patients with common diagnoses and expected comorbidities; Demonstrated ability to work independently; Developing specialty within line of service and broadening expertise with other populations.
- Experience facilitating individual and family therapy
- Ability to move from one group assignment, line of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
Primary Therapist III Must Haves
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- At least 3 years post licensure experience working with mood, anxiety, ED and/or trauma related disorders; Some experience supervising other clinicians; Has carried a significant individual and/or family caseload, with success treating more complex cases.
- Ability to move from one group assignment, line of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
This range is dependent upon candidate's state of residence, experience and market expectations. Virtual Pay Range $69,000 - $95,000 USD
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life. We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career. We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home. When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
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Entry Level Associate Primary Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level associate primary therapist job?
Start by ensuring your supervised clinical hours and any required state licensure are in order, since most employers verify these before extending offers. Highlight internship placements, practicum experience, and any specialized training in your application materials. Entry level candidates who demonstrate familiarity with treatment planning documentation and evidence-based therapeutic approaches tend to stand out at this stage, even without years of paid experience.
Which companies hire entry level associate primary therapists?
Companies hiring entry level associate primary therapists right now include Eating Recovery Center and Hudson Hospital Opco LLC D/B/A Carepoint Health - Christ Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from residential treatment facilities, outpatient behavioral health centers, community mental health organizations, and substance use recovery programs that build teams around newer clinicians under supervision.
Are there remote entry level associate primary therapist jobs?
Yes, though most positions at this level are on-site due to supervision and direct client care requirements. About 20% of entry level associate primary therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting telehealth expansion in outpatient and counseling settings. New grads pursuing remote roles should confirm that their state licensure covers telehealth delivery and that supervision hours can be completed in that format.
Are these new grad associate primary therapist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior associate primary therapist roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internship placements or practicum hours toward qualifications, or explicitly accepts candidates who are working toward full licensure under supervision. If a listing does not require prior paid clinical work, it is generally open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level associate primary therapists?
Entry Level associate primary therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on associate-licensed clinicians to deliver direct care under supervision, allowing organizations to meet high client demand while supporting newer professionals through the credentialing process.