Behavioral Health Counselor Jobs in Pennsylvania

Behavioral Health Counselor jobs in Pennsylvania are among the most active in the Mid-Atlantic region, with strong demand across community mental health centers, hospital systems, addiction recovery programs, and school-based services at every level from entry-level counselor through clinical director. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown lead hiring volume, with major employers such as Jefferson Health, UPMC, and Pyramid Healthcare maintaining consistent behavioral health counselor openings across the state. Substance use disorder counseling, trauma-informed care, and school-based mental health are the most in-demand specialties right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles5
Top employerPenn Medicine
Top cityPhiladelphia, PA
Cities hiring4
Top credentialMaster's degree
Companies hiring5

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Counselor - Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention
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Counselor - Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention
Penn State Health
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification
10,000+

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Behavioral Health Care Manager / Counselor
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Behavioral Health Care Manager / Counselor
Achievement Center of LECOM Health
Erie, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
Master's degree
201-500

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Behavioral Health - Financial Counselor & Credentialing Specialist
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Behavioral Health - Financial Counselor & Credentialing Specialist
The Renfrew Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
Customer Support
Managed care organization experience
201-500

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Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor (Part-time/Reading Pa./Flex schedule)
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Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor (Part-time/Reading Pa./Flex schedule)
Penn Medicine
Reading, Pennsylvania
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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26-27SY Teacher, Full-time-Behavioral Health Counselor
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26-27SY Teacher, Full-time-Behavioral Health Counselor
School District of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Community & Nonprofit Services
Human Resources
Social Work & Counseling
Master of Counseling
10,000+

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Behavioral Health Counselor Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Philadelphia
2 jobs
Erie
1 job
Reading
1 job
Camp Hill
1 job

Behavioral Health Counselor Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Penn Medicine1 open role
Penn State Health1 open role
The Renfrew Center1 open role

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health counselor jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Active Pennsylvania Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential required
  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related clinical field
  • Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a behavioral health setting
  • Familiarity with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
  • Ability to complete clinical documentation accurately within electronic health record systems
  • Clear Act 33 and Act 34 Pennsylvania background clearances required prior to hire

Behavioral Health Counselor Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a behavioral health counselor in Pennsylvania?

You become a behavioral health counselor in Pennsylvania by earning a master's degree in counseling, psychology, or social work, then pursuing licensure through the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors. The most common credential is the Licensed Professional Counselor, which requires completing supervised clinical hours and passing the National Counselor Examination. Many Pennsylvania employers will hire candidates working toward full licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate while they complete their supervised hours.

Which companies hire behavioral health counselors in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring behavioral health counselors in Pennsylvania right now include Penn Medicine, Penn State Health, and The Renfrew Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's dense network of nonprofit community mental health organizations, large integrated hospital systems, and state-contracted addiction recovery providers means consistent openings across both urban centers and rural counties.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most behavioral health counselor jobs?

Philadelphia, Erie, and Reading have the most behavioral health counselor openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia anchors hiring through its concentration of major hospital systems, community health centers, and behavioral health managed care organizations, while Pittsburgh's UPMC network and Allentown's growing Lehigh Valley health corridor drive steady demand in their respective regions.

How can I get hired as a behavioral health counselor in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate role or a behavioral health technician position while you complete your supervised hours. Large Pennsylvania systems like UPMC Behavioral Health and Jefferson Health, along with nonprofit networks such as Resources for Human Development, regularly hire candidates in these associate or technician titles as a structured entry point. Coming in from adjacent roles such as case manager, psychiatric rehabilitation worker, or crisis line specialist is a recognized route, and Pennsylvania-issued Act 33 and Act 34 clearances completed in advance signal readiness to any employer.

Where can I find and apply to behavioral health counselor jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to behavioral health counselor jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across hospital systems, community mental health centers, addiction recovery programs, and school-based providers. Find roles that fit your credentials and experience, then apply directly to the employer.

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