Entry Level Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs

New grad behavioral health therapist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong clinical internship or practicum can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Non-Profit & Social Services, with employers like MaineHealth, SSM Health, and Community Health Center hiring at this level now.

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Open roles660+
Top stateNorth Carolina
Top employerMaineHealth
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Work type95% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Prime Healthcare Services
Clinical Supervisor(RN) -Behavioral Health
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Prime Healthcare Services
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Clinical Supervisor(RN) -Behavioral Health
Prime Healthcare Services
Redding, California
Business Analysis
Content & Communications
Program Management
Project Management
$45 - $73/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Family Health Care
School-Based Behavioral Health Therapist - E3
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Family Health Care
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School-Based Behavioral Health Therapist - E3
Family Health Care
Leroy, Michigan
Allied Health
Community & Nonprofit Services
Human Resources
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in social work
201-500

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Registered Nurse | RN/LPN | Iredell Davis Behavioral Health 4 Delta | FT | Day Shift
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Registered Nurse | RN/LPN | Iredell Davis Behavioral Health 4 Delta | FT | Day Shift
Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated
Statesville, North Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification

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WellSpan Health
Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Adult 2 East - Evenings
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WellSpan Health
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Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Adult 2 East - Evenings
WellSpan Health
Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
BLS Certification
10,000+

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World Relief Corporation
Behavioral Health Services Manager - 2025774
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World Relief Corporation
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Behavioral Health Services Manager - 2025774
World Relief Corporation
Spokane, Washington
Business Development
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$31 - $33/hr
Remote (US)
Master's degree in social work

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Entry Level Behavioral Health Therapist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • MaineHealth
    MaineHealth21
  • SSM Health
    SSM Health19
  • Community Health Center
    Community Health Center17
  • Humana
    Humana16
  • RHA Health Services
    RHA Health Services16

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services516
  • Insurance29
  • Non-Profit & Social Services27
  • Government & Public Sector18
  • Education12

Entry Level Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level behavioral health therapist job?

Start by highlighting supervised clinical hours, practicums, and internships from your graduate or bachelor's program, since entry level employers prioritize hands-on experience over tenure. Tailor your resume to show the populations you've worked with, your theoretical orientations, and any licensure progress. Candidates who hold or are actively pursuing a license such as an LCSW, LPC, or LMFT associate credential stand out at this stage.

Which companies hire entry level behavioral health therapists?

Companies hiring entry level behavioral health therapists right now include MaineHealth, SSM Health, and Community Health Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring comes from community mental health centers, outpatient clinics, school districts, and behavioral health staffing agencies that actively recruit new and recent graduates.

Are there remote entry level behavioral health therapist jobs?

Yes, though most entry level roles still prefer on-site or hybrid arrangements given supervision and licensure requirements. About 5% of entry level behavioral health therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with telehealth platforms and larger health systems most likely to offer flexible work settings for candidates early in their careers.

Are these new grad behavioral health therapist jobs?

Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts supervised internship or practicum hours toward requirements, or explicitly invites candidates still completing licensure. Look for language like 'new graduates encouraged' or 'associate license accepted' as clear signals that employers are open to candidates at this stage.

Which industries hire the most entry level behavioral health therapists?

Entry Level behavioral health therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because ongoing demand for mental health services, high caseload turnover, and a broad need for supervised clinicians create consistent openings for candidates just entering the field.