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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Shasta Regional Medical Center is a 226-bed acute care facility serving Northern California. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services. Shasta Regional Medical Center is one of the nation’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals recognized by Watson Health and holds an ‘A’ Grade from Leapfrog Group, the nation's premier advocate of transparency in health care. The hospital is Joint Commission Certified for Stroke, Hip/Knee and Diabetes. They are a Five Star recipient for treatment of heart failure, respiratory failure and is named among the top 5% in the nation for patient safety. Shasta Regional Medical Center delivers patient-centered healthcare with compassion, dignity and respect for every patient and their family. For more information, visit www.shastaregional.com.
Responsibilities:
1. Current and valid state RN License
2. Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.
3. Current ACLS (AHA) 30 days upon of hire and maintain current for ER, ICU and Telemetry.
4. Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. RN-C within 2 years of hire preferred.
5. PALS within 30 days of hire for units that admit pediatric patients
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Who's Hiring
- MaineHealth21

- SSM Health19
- Community Health Center17
- Humana16
- RHA Health Services16
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- 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.