Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs
Behavioral Health Therapist jobs are open across community mental health centers, hospitals, private practices, schools, and residential treatment facilities, from entry-level associate roles to licensed clinical supervisors, with specializations in trauma-focused therapy, substance use disorders, and child and adolescent behavioral health. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
ABOUT THE JOB
This position will provide inpatient treatment in the adolescent treatment center. The incumbent is responsible for all phases of treatment including assessments, individual, group and family therapy, case management and representation at legal proceedings and at the time of discharge. The position requires extensive planning, documentation, reporting and working closely with Children Youth and Families Department (CYFD) and Juvenile Justice System (JJS) providers. Incumbent will work with individuals who may exhibit violent behavior.
HOW DOES IT GET DONE?
Crisis Prevention Intervention and Trauma Informed Care are the cornerstone of treatment at Sequoyah Adolescent Treatment Center. De-escalation techniques and coping mechanisms are offered to residents and life skills are taught to assist with success upon discharge.
WHO ARE THE CUSTOMERS?
Our facility is a secure facility which serves the needs of adolescent males age 13-17 with a history of violence and aggression.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT and one (1) year of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field above licensure requirements and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Must maintain licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an adolescent treatment center, with exposure to mentally and/or behaviorally challenged residents, who may exhibit unpredictable behaviors. This position may work in an office setting using related office equipment, with exposure to Visual Video Display Terminal and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Pushing, pulling, lifting and/or carrying.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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Agency Contact Information: Yvette Fournier, (505) 222-0303, Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
BARGAINING UNIT POSITION
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
INTRODUCTION
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
ABOUT THE JOB
This position will provide inpatient treatment in the adolescent treatment center. The incumbent is responsible for all phases of treatment including assessments, individual, group and family therapy, case management and representation at legal proceedings and at the time of discharge. The position requires extensive planning, documentation, reporting and working closely with Children Youth and Families Department (CYFD) and Juvenile Justice System (JJS) providers. Incumbent will work with individuals who may exhibit violent behavior.
HOW DOES IT GET DONE?
Crisis Prevention Intervention and Trauma Informed Care are the cornerstone of treatment at Sequoyah Adolescent Treatment Center. De-escalation techniques and coping mechanisms are offered to residents and life skills are taught to assist with success upon discharge.
WHO ARE THE CUSTOMERS?
Our facility is a secure facility which serves the needs of adolescent males age 13-17 with a history of violence and aggression.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT and one (1) year of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field above licensure requirements and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Must maintain licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an adolescent treatment center, with exposure to mentally and/or behaviorally challenged residents, who may exhibit unpredictable behaviors. This position may work in an office setting using related office equipment, with exposure to Visual Video Display Terminal and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Pushing, pulling, lifting and/or carrying.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Yvette Fournier, (505) 222-0303, Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
BARGAINING UNIT POSITION
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health therapist jobs.
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related clinical field
- Active state licensure or associate license such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent
- Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems for documentation and treatment planning
- Knowledge of evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care
- Ability to conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
Tips for Your Behavioral Health Therapist Job Search
Tailor your resume to licensure requirements
Hiring managers scan for your licensure status first. List your license acronym, state, and expiration date near the top of your resume. If you're pre-licensed, note your supervision hours completed and hours remaining so reviewers aren't left guessing.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists behavioral health therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by population and modality
Job titles in behavioral health vary widely. Search for your actual population specialty, whether that's adolescents, adults, or substance use, alongside your preferred modality. Applying to roles that match your clinical background improves your callback rate significantly.
Document supervision hours for associate roles
If you're pursuing full licensure, confirm whether a prospective employer provides qualified supervision and ask how many hours per week. Some employers count internal group supervision toward state requirements, others don't. Clarify this before accepting any offer.
Prepare for competency-based interview questions
Interviewers in behavioral health frequently use structured clinical scenarios, asking how you'd handle a client in crisis or a mandatory reporting situation. Practice walking through your clinical reasoning out loud, not just naming the intervention.
Negotiate continuing education and licensure support
Many behavioral health employers offer CEU stipends, licensure exam reimbursement, or paid supervision hours as part of compensation. These benefits are often negotiable, so ask specifically about them before you accept rather than assuming they're standard.
Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most behavioral health therapists?
The companies hiring the most behavioral health therapists right now include LiveWell Homecare Agency, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and Ability Builders Consulting, with the largest share of openings in North Carolina, Arizona, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is particularly strong at community mental health organizations and multi-site outpatient providers.
How many behavioral health therapist jobs are remote?
About 33% of behavioral health therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting significant growth in telehealth-delivered therapy since licensure portability agreements expanded. Outpatient individual therapy and substance use counseling roles tend to have the highest remote availability, while inpatient, crisis, and school-based positions remain almost entirely in-person.
How do you become a behavioral health therapist?
Becoming a behavioral health therapist starts with completing a master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or a closely related field. After graduating, you accumulate supervised clinical hours under a qualified licensed professional, then pass your state's licensure examination. Requirements for supervised hours and exam type vary by state and license track, so confirm your state board's specific pathway early in your graduate program.
Can you get hired as a behavioral health therapist without experience?
Yes, many employers hire associate-level or pre-licensed therapists who are working toward full licensure. Graduate practicum and internship placements count as clinical experience and should be listed explicitly on your resume with your population, modality, and setting. Community mental health centers and federally qualified health centers are among the most common entry points because they frequently offer built-in supervision structures for new graduates.
What does the behavioral health therapist interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone or video screen from HR or a clinical manager, followed by a structured clinical interview with supervisors or department leads. You'll often be asked to walk through a case conceptualization or respond to a scenario involving a client in crisis. Some employers add a second-round panel interview before extending an offer. The full process usually runs across two to three rounds.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs?
You can find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles by location, setting, or specialty, then apply directly to each listing that fits your clinical background and licensure status. No separate steps are required between finding a role and submitting your application.
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