Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs in North Carolina

Behavioral Health Specialist jobs in North Carolina are in strong and steady demand, concentrated across community mental health centers, hospital-based behavioral health units, substance use treatment programs, and state-operated psychiatric facilities, with openings at every level from entry-level case support through senior clinician and program director. The heaviest hiring activity is in Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham, and Greensboro, where large employers like Atrium Health, UNC Health, and Cone Health consistently recruit for these roles. Crisis intervention, substance use disorder treatment, and integrated care coordination are among the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles204+
Top employerAdvocate Aurora Health
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring56
Work type63% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Atrium Health
Psychotherapist/Production Atrium Health Behavioral Health Psychology and Counseling FT Days
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Atrium Health
New 9h ago
Psychotherapist/Production Atrium Health Behavioral Health Psychology and Counseling FT Days
Atrium Health
Charlotte, North Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$30.7 - $46.05/hr
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Monarch Healthcare
Behavioral Health Technician / BHT -- Compassionate Care for Families in Crisis
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Monarch Healthcare
New 9h ago
Behavioral Health Technician / BHT -- Compassionate Care for Families in Crisis
Monarch Healthcare
Charlotte, North Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Advocate Aurora Health
Psychotherapist/Production Atrium Health Behavioral Health Psychology and Counseling FT Days
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Advocate Aurora Health
New 12h ago
Psychotherapist/Production Atrium Health Behavioral Health Psychology and Counseling FT Days
Advocate Aurora Health
Charlotte, North Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$30.7 - $46.05/hr
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health Admissions Manager
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Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health
New 13h ago
Behavioral Health Admissions Manager
Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health
Garner, North Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
On-Site
Master's degree in social work
51-200

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BrightView Health
Behavioral Health Counselor II
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BrightView Health
New 20h ago
Behavioral Health Counselor II
BrightView Health
Greensboro, North Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$54k - $65k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charlotte
35 jobs
Winston-Salem
20 jobs
Concord
14 jobs
Raleigh
12 jobs
Burlington
11 jobs
Asheville
10 jobs
Durham
7 jobs
Hickory
6 jobs
Greensboro
5 jobs

Behavioral Health Specialist Job Market in North Carolina

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

Who's Hiring

  • Advocate Aurora Health
    Advocate Aurora Health35
  • RHA Health Services
    RHA Health Services28
  • Atrium Health
    Atrium Health20
  • Monarch Healthcare
    Monarch Healthcare14
  • Duke Health
    Duke Health6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Insurance

What North Carolina Employers Look For

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

  • Active North Carolina licensure such as LCSW, LPC, or LCAS or eligibility for licensure
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related behavioral health field
  • Experience conducting behavioral health assessments and developing individualized treatment plans
  • Proficiency with electronic health records systems used in behavioral health and clinical settings
  • Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and evidence-based therapeutic intervention models
  • Ability to coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams, community agencies, and crisis response services

Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a behavioral health specialist in North Carolina?

Most behavioral health specialist positions in North Carolina require at minimum a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling, with many clinical roles requiring a master's degree. Licensed roles are regulated through the North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board or the North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors, depending on your discipline. Substance use counselors may pursue credentialing through the North Carolina Substance Use Disorder Professional Practice Board, which issues the LCAS credential.

Which companies hire behavioral health specialists in North Carolina?

Employers hiring behavioral health specialists in North Carolina right now include Advocate Aurora Health, RHA Health Services, and Atrium Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's large integrated health systems and its network of state-funded area mental health authorities generate consistent openings across both inpatient and community-based settings throughout the year.

Which North Carolina cities have the most behavioral health specialist jobs?

The cities with the most behavioral health specialist openings in North Carolina are Charlotte, Winston-Salem, and Concord. Charlotte and Raleigh-Durham drive the highest volume through their large academic medical centers and hospital systems, while Greensboro and surrounding Piedmont Triad communities support a deep network of community mental health agencies and state-operated facilities that hire steadily across experience levels.

Are there remote behavioral health specialist jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, but they're limited compared to fully desk-based fields, since much of the work involves in-person assessment, case management, and crisis response. About 38% of behavioral health specialist openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting a market where telehealth roles exist but on-site presence remains the norm. Outreach coordination, utilization review, and telehealth counseling positions are the sub-roles most likely to carry remote or hybrid flexibility.

How can I get hired as a behavioral health specialist in North Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for behavioral health technician, mental health associate, or case manager assistant roles at community mental health centers or hospital systems, where hands-on experience is built before moving into specialist titles. Large North Carolina employers like UNC Health and Atrium Health regularly hire new graduates and career-changers into structured associate-level roles. Completing a field placement or internship through a North Carolina CACREP-accredited or CSWE-accredited program and holding a Qualified Professional designation under North Carolina Medicaid guidelines gives candidates a measurable edge.

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

You can find and apply to behavioral health specialist jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to this role and state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and credentials, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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