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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Registered Nurse (RN) – RICHMOND FLOAT POOL
Job Summary:
If you are looking for flexibility then the Richmond Float Team is for you! The Float nurse will follow all Bon Secours policies and procedures. Float RNs go to all sites in our Richmond market and float to Behavioral Health and Med Surg Units.
Registered Nurse (RN) – Richmond Float Facilities -
- St. Mary’s Hospital (Richmond – West End)
- St. Francis Medical Center (Midlothian)
- Richmond Community Hospital (Richmond-Churchill)
- Memorial Regional Medical Center (Mechanicsville)
- Southside Medical Center (Petersburg)
Float Between the following units:
- Med Surg - Ortho - Oncology
- Telemetry
- Behavioral Health (Must also have floor med/surg experience)
Float Team Flexibility!
- 36 hours a week
- Self-Scheduling – pick your availability
- 1 Summer and 1 Winter holiday required
- Every Third Weekend Required
- Full Time night shift or days shift available
- Shift differential available for night and weekend shifts
Essential Functions:
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
- Provide advanced treatment and care to patients with complex diagnoses
- Evaluates, updates and revises plan of care to facilitate achievement of planned and expected outcomes
- Administer medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours policies and procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Education:
- Graduate of an accredited Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Nursing
Licensing & Certifications:
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association required
Experience
- Two or more years clinical RN experience required in BH and MS
Range:
Minimum: $34.33
Maximum: $54.93
With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
Registered Nurse (RN) – RICHMOND FLOAT POOL
Job Summary:
If you are looking for flexibility then the Richmond Float Team is for you! The Float nurse will follow all Bon Secours policies and procedures. Float RNs go to all sites in our Richmond market and float to Behavioral Health and Med Surg Units.
Registered Nurse (RN) – Richmond Float Facilities -
- St. Mary’s Hospital (Richmond – West End)
- St. Francis Medical Center (Midlothian)
- Richmond Community Hospital (Richmond-Churchill)
- Memorial Regional Medical Center (Mechanicsville)
- Southside Medical Center (Petersburg)
Float Between the following units:
- Med Surg - Ortho - Oncology
- Telemetry
- Behavioral Health (Must also have floor med/surg experience)
Float Team Flexibility!
- 36 hours a week
- Self-Scheduling – pick your availability
- 1 Summer and 1 Winter holiday required
- Every Third Weekend Required
- Full Time night shift or days shift available
- Shift differential available for night and weekend shifts
Essential Functions:
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
- Provide advanced treatment and care to patients with complex diagnoses
- Evaluates, updates and revises plan of care to facilitate achievement of planned and expected outcomes
- Administer medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours policies and procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Education:
- Graduate of an accredited Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Nursing
Licensing & Certifications:
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association required
Experience
- Two or more years clinical RN experience required in BH and MS
Range:
Minimum: $34.33
Maximum: $54.93
With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
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- Blue Rose Consulting Group155B
- RHA Health Services83
- US Department of Veterans Affairs72U
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- UPMC60
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- Healthcare & Medical Services348
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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 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 particularly strong at community mental health organizations and multi-site outpatient providers.
How many behavioral health therapist jobs are remote?
About 25% of behavioral health therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 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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