Mid Level Behavioral Health Counselor Jobs
Mid level behavioral health counselor jobs go to clinicians ready to carry a full caseload independently, shape treatment plans without close supervision, and take on coordination responsibilities across care teams. Hiring is active across Social Media, Technology & Software, and Marketing & Advertising, with employers like Alexander Youth Network, CHRISTUS Health, and Sun River Health competing for behavioral health counselors at this level now.
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CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.
- The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites
- A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine
- Accredited Chest Pain Center
- Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team
Summary:
Secures background information from patients and their families for social evaluation of environment and family relationships. Discusses information obtained in patient and family interviews with physicians, nursing staff, and other hospital and community personnel. Assists patients in finding resources they will need in their homes following discharge. Acts in a liaison role between hospital and family when patient is transferred to other hospital facilities.
Responsibilities:
Utilize assessment data to ascertain psychosocial risk factors and develop individualized treatment plans for each patient. Responsible for implementing clinical interventions that promote, maintain or restore mental health, effect rehabilitation and facilitate developmental progression.
Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Master’s degree
- Demonstrates ability to provide psychosocial assessments, facilitate group and individual therapy in problem solving, coping skills, crisis intervention, and other counseling settings as deemed necessary
Experience
- Minimum of three years’ experience
- Must meet criteria for Behavioral Counselor Level I
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Current LPC, LCSW, or LMSW required
- CPR (American Heart Association)
- De-escalation training required within 90 days of hire/transfer date.
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time
CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.
- The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites
- A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine
- Accredited Chest Pain Center
- Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team
Summary:
Secures background information from patients and their families for social evaluation of environment and family relationships. Discusses information obtained in patient and family interviews with physicians, nursing staff, and other hospital and community personnel. Assists patients in finding resources they will need in their homes following discharge. Acts in a liaison role between hospital and family when patient is transferred to other hospital facilities.
Responsibilities:
Utilize assessment data to ascertain psychosocial risk factors and develop individualized treatment plans for each patient. Responsible for implementing clinical interventions that promote, maintain or restore mental health, effect rehabilitation and facilitate developmental progression.
Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Master’s degree
- Demonstrates ability to provide psychosocial assessments, facilitate group and individual therapy in problem solving, coping skills, crisis intervention, and other counseling settings as deemed necessary
Experience
- Minimum of three years’ experience
- Must meet criteria for Behavioral Counselor Level I
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Current LPC, LCSW, or LMSW required
- CPR (American Heart Association)
- De-escalation training required within 90 days of hire/transfer date.
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time
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Mid Level Behavioral Health Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level behavioral health counselor job?
Position your experience around clinical autonomy and measurable outcomes rather than just time in the field. Highlight case complexity you have managed, any co-occurring disorder work, and documentation or treatment planning you have owned without close oversight. A current license in your state, strong referral relationships, and familiarity with EHR systems all signal readiness for mid level responsibilities to hiring managers.
Which companies hire mid level behavioral health counselors?
Companies hiring mid level behavioral health counselors right now include Alexander Youth Network, CHRISTUS Health, and Sun River Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from community mental health centers, integrated health systems, outpatient group practices, and behavioral health divisions within larger hospital networks.
Are there remote mid level behavioral health counselor jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by state licensure and population served. About 0% of mid level behavioral health counselor openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting strong demand for telehealth counseling in outpatient and employee assistance program settings. Most fully remote roles require independent licensure and experience with a telehealth platform.
How do I move up to a mid level behavioral health counselor role?
The path from entry level into mid level is built through progressively complex caseloads, earning full independent licensure (such as an LPC, LCSW, or LCPC depending on your state), and demonstrating ownership of client outcomes over time. Clinicians who seek out co-occurring disorder cases, take on group facilitation, and contribute to peer consultation or training signal readiness for the broader scope mid level roles require.
Which industries hire the most mid level behavioral health counselors?
Mid Level behavioral health counselor roles concentrate in Social Media, Technology & Software, and Marketing & Advertising, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume outpatient programs, crisis services, and integrated care models that depend on experienced clinicians who can manage full caseloads with minimal supervision.