Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs

Behavioral Health Specialist jobs are open across hospitals, community mental health centers, substance use treatment facilities, school systems, and government agencies, from entry-level to senior and lead roles, with specializations in crisis intervention, substance use counseling, and case management. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles3,779+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerBlue Rose Consulting Group
Top cityVallejo, CA
Work type75% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Bon Secours
Registered Nurse (RN) — Richmond Behavioral Health — Med Surg Float
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Registered Nurse (RN) — Richmond Behavioral Health — Med Surg Float
Bon Secours
Richmond, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$34.33 - $54.93/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Behavioral Health Manager
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Behavioral Health Manager
Patient Centered Care
Wilmington, North Carolina
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
$17 - $25/hr
On-Site

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Present Moments Recovery
Behavioral Health Program Technician / Caregiver
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Behavioral Health Program Technician / Caregiver
Present Moments Recovery
San Marcos, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$20 - $22/hr
On-Site
11-50

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Fairfax County Government
Behavioral Health Senior Clinician -Jail & Court Based Services
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Behavioral Health Senior Clinician -Jail & Court Based Services
Fairfax County Government
Fairfax, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$81k.8 - $141k.5/yr
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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State of Colorado
Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor II - Platte Valley YSC
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Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor II - Platte Valley YSC
State of Colorado
Greeley, Colorado
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
1,001-5,000

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Behavioral Health Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

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    Blue Rose Consulting Group155
  • RHA Health Services
    RHA Health Services83
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    US Department of Veterans Affairs72
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health68
  • UPMC
    UPMC60

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services348
  • Education15
  • Science & Research4
  • Staffing & Recruiting4
  • Government & Public Sector4

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health specialist jobs.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related behavioral health field
  • State licensure or certification such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, CADC, or QMHP
  • Experience conducting biopsychosocial assessments and developing individualized treatment plans
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Avatar
  • Knowledge of evidence-based practices including CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care
  • Crisis intervention training and experience de-escalating individuals in acute behavioral health situations

Tips for Your Behavioral Health Specialist Job Search

List every licensure and certification clearly

Recruiters filter by credential type before reading anything else. Put your LCSW, CADC, QMHP, or state-specific license in the top section of your resume, not buried in a footer. Spell out both the acronym and the full credential name.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists behavioral health specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Tailor your resume to the population served

Behavioral health employers screen heavily for experience with specific populations. A resume written for a child and adolescent role reads differently than one for adults with co-occurring disorders. Mirror the population language from the job posting in your work history bullet points.

Search by funding source and setting together

Filtering by job title alone misses relevant openings. Pair your search with setting terms like 'community mental health', 'inpatient', or 'school-based' to surface roles that match your clinical experience and preferred work environment.

Prepare scenario answers tied to your modalities

Interviewers in behavioral health routinely ask how you apply a specific modality under pressure. Prepare two or three concrete examples that name the intervention, the population, and the outcome. Vague references to CBT or motivational interviewing without clinical detail rarely satisfy hiring managers.

Negotiate supervision hours into your offer

If you're still accumulating supervised hours toward full licensure, ask about the supervision structure before you accept. Some employers offer regular individual supervision at no cost while others don't. This affects both your professional development timeline and your long-term earnings potential.

Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most behavioral health specialists?

The companies hiring the most behavioral health specialists right now include Blue Rose Consulting Group, RHA Health Services, and US Department of Veterans Affairs, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is consistently strong at community mental health centers, hospital systems, and government-contracted behavioral health agencies.

How many behavioral health specialist jobs are remote?

About 25% of behavioral health specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote availability concentrated in telehealth counseling, care coordination, and utilization review roles. Direct clinical positions involving in-person assessments, crisis response, or residential care remain predominantly on-site.

How do you become a behavioral health specialist?

You typically need a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or counseling as a starting point, with many clinical roles requiring a master's degree. After completing your degree, you pursue state licensure or a relevant certification such as a CADC or QMHP. Supervised clinical hours are required for most licensure tracks, and many specialists gain that experience through internships, practicum placements, or entry-level positions in community mental health or inpatient settings.

Can you get a behavioral health specialist job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level behavioral health specialist roles exist, particularly in community mental health centers, crisis hotlines, residential programs, and school-based settings that hire at the bachelor's level. Employers hiring candidates with limited experience typically look for completed internships or practicum hours, relevant coursework in assessment and counseling theory, and demonstrated comfort working with populations such as youth, adults with serious mental illness, or individuals with substance use disorders.

What does the behavioral health specialist interview process look like?

Most hiring processes include an initial phone screen with HR, followed by a clinical or panel interview with a supervisor and team members. You can expect scenario-based questions about how you handle crisis situations, documentation practices, and your experience with specific populations or treatment modalities. Some employers add a writing sample, a case presentation, or a background and credentialing check before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to behavioral health specialist jobs?

You can find and apply to behavioral health specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your credentials, clinical background, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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