Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs in Maine
Behavioral health specialist jobs in Maine are concentrated in community mental health centers, substance use treatment programs, and integrated care settings, with strong demand at both entry and senior clinical levels. Portland, Bangor, and Augusta are the busiest hiring markets, home to anchoring employers like MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and Acadia Hospital. The most sought-after specialties include substance use disorder counseling, crisis intervention, and children's behavioral health. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Northern Light Acadia Hospital in Bangor, Maine is seeking a full-time Neuropsychologist to join our established and highly regarded Developmental Psychology Assessment Services team. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment dedicated to providing comprehensive neuropsychological assessment and consultation services across the lifespan. In this role, you will work closely with colleagues in neurology, psychiatry, primary care, and other specialties in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Position Highlights:
- Flexible scheduling options with a four- or five-day work week, totaling 40 hours/week
- Opportunity to work with your preferred patient population and age range; clinic serves patients from 2.5 to 100 years of age
- Collaborate with adult psychiatry and family medicine residents as well as medical students
- Strong referral network and close partnerships with primary care, neurology, and psychiatry teams
- Teaching and research opportunities are available for candidates interested in academic involvement and professional development
- Supportive practice environment that values clinical excellence, collegiality, and work/life balance
Compensation Information:
- $109,366.40-$168,979.20 annual base salary.
- The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, including but not limited to call pay, leadership stipends, etc.
Why Join Northern Light Acadia Hospital?
- Comprehensive benefits including generous paid time off, employer-matched retirement plan, and much more
- Outstanding student loan reimbursement program designed to support long-term financial wellness
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
- Annual CEU allowance to support ongoing professional growth
- Flexible schedule options to promote an excellent work-life balance
- Collegial, team-based environment within a respected behavioral health organization
Northern Light Acadia Hospital is an acute care, regional psychiatric teaching hospital that is the hub of a comprehensive behavioral health service line within Northern Light Health. We serve communities throughout the state and provide inpatient and outpatient behavioral health care for children, teens, and adults while specializing in the treatment of mental illness and substance use disorders. In addition, we offer innovative programming in the form of behavioral health home, integrated behavioral healthcare in primary care practices, general hospital psychiatry, and an extensive telepsychiatry network. We are the only New England partner for the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation.
For more information, please contact:
Kayla Rodriguez, CPRP
ProviderCareers@northernlight.org
Call 207.973.5358 or text Neuropsychologist to 207.560.0133
Northern Light Acadia Hospital in Bangor, Maine is seeking a full-time Neuropsychologist to join our established and highly regarded Developmental Psychology Assessment Services team. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment dedicated to providing comprehensive neuropsychological assessment and consultation services across the lifespan. In this role, you will work closely with colleagues in neurology, psychiatry, primary care, and other specialties in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Position Highlights:
- Flexible scheduling options with a four- or five-day work week, totaling 40 hours/week
- Opportunity to work with your preferred patient population and age range; clinic serves patients from 2.5 to 100 years of age
- Collaborate with adult psychiatry and family medicine residents as well as medical students
- Strong referral network and close partnerships with primary care, neurology, and psychiatry teams
- Teaching and research opportunities are available for candidates interested in academic involvement and professional development
- Supportive practice environment that values clinical excellence, collegiality, and work/life balance
Compensation Information:
- $109,366.40-$168,979.20 annual base salary.
- The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, including but not limited to call pay, leadership stipends, etc.
Why Join Northern Light Acadia Hospital?
- Comprehensive benefits including generous paid time off, employer-matched retirement plan, and much more
- Outstanding student loan reimbursement program designed to support long-term financial wellness
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
- Annual CEU allowance to support ongoing professional growth
- Flexible schedule options to promote an excellent work-life balance
- Collegial, team-based environment within a respected behavioral health organization
Northern Light Acadia Hospital is an acute care, regional psychiatric teaching hospital that is the hub of a comprehensive behavioral health service line within Northern Light Health. We serve communities throughout the state and provide inpatient and outpatient behavioral health care for children, teens, and adults while specializing in the treatment of mental illness and substance use disorders. In addition, we offer innovative programming in the form of behavioral health home, integrated behavioral healthcare in primary care practices, general hospital psychiatry, and an extensive telepsychiatry network. We are the only New England partner for the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation.
For more information, please contact:
Kayla Rodriguez, CPRP
ProviderCareers@northernlight.org
Call 207.973.5358 or text Neuropsychologist to 207.560.0133
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Where Maine roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Behavioral Health Specialist Job Market in Maine
A snapshot from current Maine openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- MaineHealth27
- MaineGeneral Health4
- Brett DiNovi & Associates4
- LifeStance Health2
- Prime Healthcare Services2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Maine Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health specialist jobs across Maine.
- Active Maine clinical licensure such as LCPC, LCSW, or CADC recognized by the Maine Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure
- Bachelor's or master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related behavioral health field
- Experience delivering direct behavioral health services in a community or clinical setting
- Familiarity with evidence-based practices such as CBT, motivational interviewing, or trauma-informed care
- Ability to complete documentation and treatment planning in an electronic health record system
- Valid Maine driver's license and willingness to travel between community sites or client homes
Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health specialist in Maine?
Most behavioral health specialist positions in Maine require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a behavioral or social science field, with many clinical roles requiring a master's degree and licensure through the Maine Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure or the Maine Board of Social Worker Licensure. Credentialed alcohol and drug counselors must meet requirements set by the Maine Office of Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Services. Entry-level roles may be available without a full license while you accumulate supervised hours toward licensure.
Which companies hire behavioral health specialists in Maine?
Maine behavioral health specialist roles are posted by MaineHealth, MaineGeneral Health, and Brett DiNovi & Associates and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Maine's network of federally qualified health centers and nonprofit community mental health agencies also posts consistently, particularly for substance use and crisis services roles.
Which Maine cities have the most behavioral health specialist jobs?
Westbrook, Portland, and Augusta have the most behavioral health specialist openings in Maine. Portland draws the highest volume as the state's largest metro and home to major health systems and community agencies, while Bangor serves as the regional anchor for northern and eastern Maine, and Augusta's concentration of state government offices and MaineGeneral Health supports steady public-sector and clinical hiring.
Are there remote behavioral health specialist jobs in Maine?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since much of the work involves in-person client contact, home visits, and crisis response. About 75% of behavioral health specialist openings tied to Maine are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the growth of telehealth platforms. Telephonic crisis counseling and care coordination roles are the most likely to offer fully remote schedules.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health specialist in Maine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a bachelor's-level direct support or case management role, which Maine community mental health agencies and substance use programs hire for without requiring licensure. MaineHealth and Northern Light Health both post behavioral health technician and community health worker positions suited to candidates still completing supervised hours. Earning a CADC-I through the Maine Office of Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Services significantly strengthens an application, as does any practicum or internship completed at a Maine-based provider during your degree program.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health specialist jobs in Maine?
You can find and apply to behavioral health specialist jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search for roles that match your license level, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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