Entry Level Behavioral Health Counselor Jobs
New grad behavioral health counselor jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or supervised practicum hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Social Media, and Technology & Software, with employers like Ascension, Aspirus Health, and MaineGeneral Health hiring at this level now.
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Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.
COUNSELOR / CLINICAL THERAPIST
Aspirus Howard Young Medical Center, Woodruff, WI
Full Time (.8 FTE, 64 hours every pay period)
8-hour weekday day shifts
The Counselor/Clinical Therapist provides outpatient counseling services to patients, groups, or families regarding psychological, emotional, or behavioral problems. The provider will evaluate the patient, group or families and will develop and implement a therapeutic treatment plan. Provide referrals and community contacts as appropriate. Manage caseload documentation in accordance with all regulatory requirements, coding and billing requirements, and organization policies. Participate as a team member of the system Behavioral Health program.
Experience/Qualifications
- Knowledge of counseling/psychotherapy techniques and protocols normally acquired through completion of a master’s degree in one of the following areas: social work, psychology, community counseling, educational counseling, substance use, or professional counseling.
- Mental Health and/or Substance Use work experience preferred.
- One year of direct EAP counseling and/or assessment and referral experience preferred.
- One year of direct incarcerated/jail counseling setting experience preferred.
- Membership in a professional organization is beneficial.
Required License: Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or affiliated training licenses, (APSW, LPC-IT). Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC), Substance Abuse Counselor – In Training (SAC-IT) or Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC.)
Employee Benefits
- Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
- PTO accrual from day one!
- Generous retirement plan with match available.
- Wellness program for employees and their families.
Howard Young Medical Center is an acute care facility located in Woodruff that provides a level of primary and specialty care not commonly found in a typical rural hospital. Built in 1977 the hospital traces its roots to the founding of Lakeland Memorial Hospital in the 1950s and provides care to residents across northern Wisconsin that includes Oneida, Vilas, and Iron counties.
Howard Young Medical Center offers the best in health care services, including advanced medical imaging, high-tech surgical services, comprehensive women's health services and a da Vinci Surgical System, all equipped with the latest technology, rivaling those of hospitals located in major cities. Our Clinic offers primary care services and access to visiting specialists from throughout the region.
About the Woodruff Community:
The Woodruff/Minocqua Area is Nature's Original Water Park™. We call it that because it's located in the middle of Northern Wisconsin's Lake Country. Here there are thousands of lakes, rivers, and streams that literally saturate the geography. Vacationers have long been visiting the Minocqua Area to enjoy all this water by boating, swimming, fishing, snowmobiling, hiking and biking trails, and more with no admission fees and year-round offerings.
Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.
Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.
As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.
Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 19 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.
Click here to learn more about Woodruff, WI.
Essential:
- LPC OR LCW OR LMFT OR AFF
Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.
COUNSELOR / CLINICAL THERAPIST
Aspirus Howard Young Medical Center, Woodruff, WI
Full Time (.8 FTE, 64 hours every pay period)
8-hour weekday day shifts
The Counselor/Clinical Therapist provides outpatient counseling services to patients, groups, or families regarding psychological, emotional, or behavioral problems. The provider will evaluate the patient, group or families and will develop and implement a therapeutic treatment plan. Provide referrals and community contacts as appropriate. Manage caseload documentation in accordance with all regulatory requirements, coding and billing requirements, and organization policies. Participate as a team member of the system Behavioral Health program.
Experience/Qualifications
- Knowledge of counseling/psychotherapy techniques and protocols normally acquired through completion of a master’s degree in one of the following areas: social work, psychology, community counseling, educational counseling, substance use, or professional counseling.
- Mental Health and/or Substance Use work experience preferred.
- One year of direct EAP counseling and/or assessment and referral experience preferred.
- One year of direct incarcerated/jail counseling setting experience preferred.
- Membership in a professional organization is beneficial.
Required License: Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or affiliated training licenses, (APSW, LPC-IT). Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC), Substance Abuse Counselor – In Training (SAC-IT) or Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC.)
Employee Benefits
- Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
- PTO accrual from day one!
- Generous retirement plan with match available.
- Wellness program for employees and their families.
Howard Young Medical Center is an acute care facility located in Woodruff that provides a level of primary and specialty care not commonly found in a typical rural hospital. Built in 1977 the hospital traces its roots to the founding of Lakeland Memorial Hospital in the 1950s and provides care to residents across northern Wisconsin that includes Oneida, Vilas, and Iron counties.
Howard Young Medical Center offers the best in health care services, including advanced medical imaging, high-tech surgical services, comprehensive women's health services and a da Vinci Surgical System, all equipped with the latest technology, rivaling those of hospitals located in major cities. Our Clinic offers primary care services and access to visiting specialists from throughout the region.
About the Woodruff Community:
The Woodruff/Minocqua Area is Nature's Original Water Park™. We call it that because it's located in the middle of Northern Wisconsin's Lake Country. Here there are thousands of lakes, rivers, and streams that literally saturate the geography. Vacationers have long been visiting the Minocqua Area to enjoy all this water by boating, swimming, fishing, snowmobiling, hiking and biking trails, and more with no admission fees and year-round offerings.
Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.
Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.
As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.
Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 19 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.
Click here to learn more about Woodruff, WI.
Essential:
- LPC OR LCW OR LMFT OR AFF
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Entry Level Behavioral Health Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level behavioral health counselor job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for a relevant degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field, along with supervised clinical hours from an internship or practicum. Highlighting hands-on experience with specific populations, any licensure-track progress such as working toward an LPC or LCSW, and strong case documentation skills gives new candidates a clear edge over applicants with only coursework.
Which companies hire entry level behavioral health counselors?
Companies hiring entry level behavioral health counselors right now include Ascension, Aspirus Health, and MaineGeneral Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers community mental health centers, outpatient clinics, hospital systems, and nonprofit social service organizations that build their counseling teams by bringing in new graduates and training them on-site.
Are there remote entry level behavioral health counselor jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site or hybrid given the hands-on nature of clinical work. About 0% of entry level behavioral health counselor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to appear most often in telehealth platforms and larger health systems with established virtual care programs.
Are these new grad behavioral health counselor jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internship placements or supervised practicum hours as qualifying experience, and does not require an active independent license, making them accessible to candidates who are still working toward full licensure.
Which industries hire the most entry level behavioral health counselors?
Entry Level behavioral health counselor roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Social Media, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate high-volume service settings, rely on state and federal funding tied to workforce development, and regularly need to recruit new graduates to meet ongoing caseload and community care demands.