Behavioral Health Clinician Jobs in Maine
Behavioral Health Clinician jobs in Maine are concentrated in Portland, Bangor, and Augusta, where community mental health centers, hospital systems, and state agencies maintain consistent demand for clinicians across outpatient, residential, and crisis intervention settings. Major employers with a lasting presence in the state include MaineHealth, Acadia Hospital, and Maine Behavioral Healthcare, and the most in-demand specialties are substance use treatment, trauma-informed care, and co-occurring disorder services. Openings appear at every level from associate clinician to licensed clinical supervisor. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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MaineHealth Behavioral Health
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 90302
Summary:
The role of Behavioral Health Clinician I, working under a conditional license, involves providing comprehensive care and support to clients with behavioral health needs. The key responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing direct care through individual, group, and family therapy sessions. The counselor is also responsible for maintaining clinical records, collaborating with community providers, and participating in team meetings to ensure effective treatment and discharge planning. The Behavioral Health Clinician I will be under direct clinical supervision to work towards independent licensure.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Clinical Counseling, Addiction Treatment, or related field
- License/Certifications: LMSW-cc, LCPC-c, or LMFT-c from the respective licensing board of the State of Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR).
- Experience: Behavioral health experience including internship prior to becoming a conditionally licensed clinician.
Additional Information
MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.
We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.
The pay range for this position is $31.79 to $43.02 per hour.
Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
If you have questions about this role, please contact emily.crouse@mainehealth.org
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.Description
MaineHealth Behavioral Health
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 90302
Summary:
The role of Behavioral Health Clinician I, working under a conditional license, involves providing comprehensive care and support to clients with behavioral health needs. The key responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing direct care through individual, group, and family therapy sessions. The counselor is also responsible for maintaining clinical records, collaborating with community providers, and participating in team meetings to ensure effective treatment and discharge planning. The Behavioral Health Clinician I will be under direct clinical supervision to work towards independent licensure.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Clinical Counseling, Addiction Treatment, or related field
- License/Certifications: LMSW-cc, LCPC-c, or LMFT-c from the respective licensing board of the State of Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR).
- Experience: Behavioral health experience including internship prior to becoming a conditionally licensed clinician.
Additional Information
MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.
We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.
The pay range for this position is $31.79 to $43.02 per hour.
Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
If you have questions about this role, please contact emily.crouse@mainehealth.org
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.See All 15 Behavioral Health Clinician Jobs in Maine
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Behavioral Health Clinician Job Market in Maine
A snapshot from current Maine openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- MaineHealth11
- UCP of Maine2
- Greater Portland Health2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Maine Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health clinician jobs across Maine.
- Active Maine clinical license such as LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT issued by the Maine Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a closely related clinical field
- Experience conducting individual, group, or family therapy in a behavioral health setting
- Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities including CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
- Ability to complete clinical documentation and maintain compliance with Maine DHHS standards
- Clearance through a Maine background check and, where required, adult and child protective registry screening
Behavioral Health Clinician Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health clinician in Maine?
Becoming a behavioral health clinician in Maine requires completing a master's degree in social work, counseling, or a related clinical field and obtaining licensure through the Maine Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure or the Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure, depending on your discipline. Most positions require either an LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT. Candidates typically accumulate supervised clinical hours under a licensed supervisor before sitting for their licensure exam.
Which companies hire behavioral health clinicians in Maine?
Maine behavioral health clinician roles are posted by MaineHealth, UCP of Maine, and Greater Portland Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maine's network of federally qualified health centers and community mental health agencies also generate a steady share of openings alongside the larger hospital-affiliated systems.
Which Maine cities have the most behavioral health clinician jobs?
Portland, Brunswick, and Rockland have the most behavioral health clinician openings in Maine right now. Portland anchors demand as the state's largest city and home to MaineHealth and affiliated community programs, while Bangor drives volume through Acadia Hospital and Northern Light Health, and Augusta generates openings through state government agencies and the Maine DHHS network.
Are there remote behavioral health clinician jobs in Maine?
Yes, and telehealth has made remote work more common in this field than in most clinical roles. About 0% of behavioral health clinician openings tied to Maine are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the state's investment in expanding mental health access to rural communities. Outpatient therapy, care coordination, and intake assessment roles are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid schedules.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health clinician in Maine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a clinician-in-training or associate clinician role at a community mental health center, where supervised hours count toward licensure. MaineHealth and Maine Behavioral Healthcare both hire candidates who are pre-licensed and provide clinical supervision as part of the role. Moving from a case manager, peer support specialist, or behavioral health technician position is another common way to build the hours and references needed to step into a full clinician role.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health clinician jobs in Maine?
You can find and apply to behavioral health clinician jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your license level, specialty, and preferred location and apply directly from each listing.
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