Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in Florida
Behavioral health therapist jobs in Florida represent one of the most active hiring markets in the country, concentrated in community mental health centers, hospital systems, school districts, and substance use treatment programs, with openings at every level from unlicensed registered interns through licensed clinical supervisors. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando anchor most of the demand, where established employers like BayCare Health System, Centerstone, and the University of Florida Health network maintain steady hiring. The most in-demand specialties are trauma-focused therapy, child and adolescent mental health, and substance use disorder treatment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join Evara Health—Driven by Purpose, Powered by People.
At Evara Health, we believe healthcare is about more than treating patients—it’s about transforming lives and strengthening the communities we serve. As a nonprofit community health center with 17 locations and mobile health units across Pinellas County, we provide high-quality, accessible care while creating meaningful opportunities for our employees to make a difference every day. Recognized as a USA TODAY Top Workplace, Evara Health is proud to foster a mission-driven culture where people are valued, collaboration matters, and employees can grow while doing work that has a real impact.
If you’re looking for more than just a job—and want to be part of a team committed to improving lives and serving our community—we invite you to explore a career with Evara Health.
Build a career that goes beyond a job—it changes lives.
The Behavioral Health Therapist provides mental health screening, assessment, brief intervention, crisis intervention and behavioral health management to patients of Evara Health. The Therapist works in collaboration with the patient, their family and with the patient’s primary care provider, using skills to help patients and their families address psychosocial problems related to and impacting their health and overall well-being. The Behavioral Health Therapist help patients reach their patient-centered goals. As a member of a care team, the Behavioral Health Therapists supports Evara Health’s mission, vision and goals and are quality focused to enhance patient-centered care.
What You'll Do:
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Behavioral Health Assessment & Therapy
- Conduct initial screenings, psychosocial assessments, and patient evaluations using standardized tools and evidence-based clinical guidelines.
- Provide brief therapeutic interventions, short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and support for patients experiencing grief, trauma, chronic health challenges, or life transitions.
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Patient Advocacy & Care Coordination
- Help patients and families address barriers to care, understand treatment options, and navigate changes in health, family dynamics, and daily life.
- Coordinate continuity of care, arrange follow-up appointments, and connect patients with internal and external referrals, community resources, and appropriate levels of care.
-
Crisis Intervention & Community Programs
- Assist with Baker Act processes and provide crisis support as needed.
- Plan and implement psychosocial, community, and social programs in accordance with Evara Health grant requirements, contracts, and service mandates.
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Team Collaboration & Clinical Education
- Collaborate with primary care teams, employees, and community partners to address care gaps, support treatment goals, and improve patient outcomes.
- Participate in team huddles, meetings, committees, and case reviews; provide in-service presentations and serve as a resource to colleagues and community partners.
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Documentation, Compliance & Professional Standards
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient records in accordance with established workflows, policies, and procedures.
- Follow evidence-based standards of care and comply with Evara Health, HIPAA, state, federal, and accreditation requirements while delivering respectful, patient-centered service.
Education and Experience:
- Master’s Degree accredited by the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (e.g., social work, clinical mental health counseling)
- Minimum of 1 year of experience
- Preferred: Experience in a healthcare setting
Licenses, Certification, or Registration:
- Current, unrestricted Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
- Current BLS certification required.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Meaningful Impact: From children to adults, our teams help meet the healthcare needs of communities across Pinellas County, impacting more than 75,000 lives each year. No matter your role, your work contributes to expanding access to care and improving the health of the communities that need us most.
- Career Growth: Whether you’re building your career from an entry-level role through our Pathways training programs or preparing to grow into leadership through the Healthcare Management Academy, we offer development programs designed to support your career journey and help you grow at Evara Health.
- Culture: Join a USA TODAY Top Workplace where people are at the heart of what we do. From theme days and team celebrations to organization-wide events, recognition, and opportunities to share your voice, we work hard to create a culture where you can have fun, feel connected, and know your contributions as a healthcare professional are valued.
Culture & Benefits:
Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 20 days of paid time off each year, with the option to cash out eligible unused PTO.- Paid Holidays & Birthday: Enjoy 10 paid holidays each year, plus an additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Access medical, dental, and vision coverage designed to support you and your family, plus free healthcare services at Evara Health for eligible employees and dependents. Additional benefits and wellness resources are also available to support your overall health and well-being.
- Retirement Planning: Build toward your future with employer contributions of up to 4% of your salary, along with guidance and resources to help you plan for retirement.
- Professional Development & Education: Eligible employees can receive up to $1,500 per year toward continued education and professional development expenses, including tuition, licensure, certifications, conferences, and other approved learning opportunities.
- Quarterly Incentive Opportunities: Share in our collective success through quarterly incentive programs that recognize eligible employees for helping Evara Health achieve key organizational, team, and performance goals.
- Career Growth & Advancement: Grow your career at an organization committed to developing its people, with opportunities to build new skills, take on greater responsibility, and advance into leadership or other roles across Evara Health
At Evara Health, we are Driven by Purpose. Powered by People. Every role contributes to our mission of improving the health of our communities, and every employee plays a part in making that mission possible.
Join Evara Health—Driven by Purpose. Powered by People.
**This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information about the background screening process, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.**
Join Evara Health—Driven by Purpose, Powered by People.
At Evara Health, we believe healthcare is about more than treating patients—it’s about transforming lives and strengthening the communities we serve. As a nonprofit community health center with 17 locations and mobile health units across Pinellas County, we provide high-quality, accessible care while creating meaningful opportunities for our employees to make a difference every day. Recognized as a USA TODAY Top Workplace, Evara Health is proud to foster a mission-driven culture where people are valued, collaboration matters, and employees can grow while doing work that has a real impact.
If you’re looking for more than just a job—and want to be part of a team committed to improving lives and serving our community—we invite you to explore a career with Evara Health.
Build a career that goes beyond a job—it changes lives.
The Behavioral Health Therapist provides mental health screening, assessment, brief intervention, crisis intervention and behavioral health management to patients of Evara Health. The Therapist works in collaboration with the patient, their family and with the patient’s primary care provider, using skills to help patients and their families address psychosocial problems related to and impacting their health and overall well-being. The Behavioral Health Therapist help patients reach their patient-centered goals. As a member of a care team, the Behavioral Health Therapists supports Evara Health’s mission, vision and goals and are quality focused to enhance patient-centered care.
What You'll Do:
-
Behavioral Health Assessment & Therapy
- Conduct initial screenings, psychosocial assessments, and patient evaluations using standardized tools and evidence-based clinical guidelines.
- Provide brief therapeutic interventions, short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and support for patients experiencing grief, trauma, chronic health challenges, or life transitions.
-
Patient Advocacy & Care Coordination
- Help patients and families address barriers to care, understand treatment options, and navigate changes in health, family dynamics, and daily life.
- Coordinate continuity of care, arrange follow-up appointments, and connect patients with internal and external referrals, community resources, and appropriate levels of care.
-
Crisis Intervention & Community Programs
- Assist with Baker Act processes and provide crisis support as needed.
- Plan and implement psychosocial, community, and social programs in accordance with Evara Health grant requirements, contracts, and service mandates.
-
Team Collaboration & Clinical Education
- Collaborate with primary care teams, employees, and community partners to address care gaps, support treatment goals, and improve patient outcomes.
- Participate in team huddles, meetings, committees, and case reviews; provide in-service presentations and serve as a resource to colleagues and community partners.
-
Documentation, Compliance & Professional Standards
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient records in accordance with established workflows, policies, and procedures.
- Follow evidence-based standards of care and comply with Evara Health, HIPAA, state, federal, and accreditation requirements while delivering respectful, patient-centered service.
Education and Experience:
- Master’s Degree accredited by the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (e.g., social work, clinical mental health counseling)
- Minimum of 1 year of experience
- Preferred: Experience in a healthcare setting
Licenses, Certification, or Registration:
- Current, unrestricted Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
- Current BLS certification required.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Meaningful Impact: From children to adults, our teams help meet the healthcare needs of communities across Pinellas County, impacting more than 75,000 lives each year. No matter your role, your work contributes to expanding access to care and improving the health of the communities that need us most.
- Career Growth: Whether you’re building your career from an entry-level role through our Pathways training programs or preparing to grow into leadership through the Healthcare Management Academy, we offer development programs designed to support your career journey and help you grow at Evara Health.
- Culture: Join a USA TODAY Top Workplace where people are at the heart of what we do. From theme days and team celebrations to organization-wide events, recognition, and opportunities to share your voice, we work hard to create a culture where you can have fun, feel connected, and know your contributions as a healthcare professional are valued.
Culture & Benefits:
Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 20 days of paid time off each year, with the option to cash out eligible unused PTO.- Paid Holidays & Birthday: Enjoy 10 paid holidays each year, plus an additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Access medical, dental, and vision coverage designed to support you and your family, plus free healthcare services at Evara Health for eligible employees and dependents. Additional benefits and wellness resources are also available to support your overall health and well-being.
- Retirement Planning: Build toward your future with employer contributions of up to 4% of your salary, along with guidance and resources to help you plan for retirement.
- Professional Development & Education: Eligible employees can receive up to $1,500 per year toward continued education and professional development expenses, including tuition, licensure, certifications, conferences, and other approved learning opportunities.
- Quarterly Incentive Opportunities: Share in our collective success through quarterly incentive programs that recognize eligible employees for helping Evara Health achieve key organizational, team, and performance goals.
- Career Growth & Advancement: Grow your career at an organization committed to developing its people, with opportunities to build new skills, take on greater responsibility, and advance into leadership or other roles across Evara Health
At Evara Health, we are Driven by Purpose. Powered by People. Every role contributes to our mission of improving the health of our communities, and every employee plays a part in making that mission possible.
Join Evara Health—Driven by Purpose. Powered by People.
**This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information about the background screening process, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.**
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What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health therapist jobs across Florida.
- Active Florida license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCSW, or LMFT
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
- Experience delivering individual and group therapy in an outpatient or residential setting
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Familiarity with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
- Ability to complete Florida-required background screening and pass credentialing checks
Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health therapist in Florida?
To work as a behavioral health therapist in Florida, you need a master's degree in mental health counseling, clinical social work, or marriage and family therapy, followed by supervised post-degree hours and a passing score on a board-approved exam. Licensure is issued by the Florida Department of Health through boards such as the Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling. Most employers require you to hold or be actively pursuing a license such as the LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT.
Which companies hire behavioral health therapists in Florida?
Employers hiring behavioral health therapists in Florida right now include BayCare Health System, Baptist Health, and UF Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Florida's large integrated health systems, community mental health centers, and school district behavioral health programs generate consistent year-round openings across the state.
Which Florida cities have the most behavioral health therapist jobs?
The cities with the most behavioral health therapist openings in Florida are Tampa, Jacksonville, and Miami. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando drive the bulk of demand because of their large hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and dense population bases, while smaller metro areas often reflect the footprint of a single large regional employer or a state-contracted community mental health center.
Are there remote behavioral health therapist jobs in Florida?
Yes, and more than most clinical roles. Telehealth has expanded meaningfully in mental health and counseling, making behavioral health therapy more remote-compatible than hands-on medical or trades roles. About 9% of behavioral health therapist openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. Individual therapy, case management, and utilization review positions are the most likely to be offered in a fully remote or hybrid format.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health therapist in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is to apply as a registered intern under a Florida-licensed supervisor while completing your required post-degree hours, which is a formal status the Florida Department of Health issues. Large Florida employers like BayCare, Centerstone, and Henderson Behavioral Health regularly hire registered interns and new graduates into staff therapist roles with built-in supervision. Positions such as case manager, mental health technician, or behavioral health specialist are common lateral moves that build clinical hours. Holding a completed master's degree and a registered intern number before applying puts you ahead of candidates who are still finishing coursework.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings updated in real time. Search the listings by city or role type, find the positions that match your license status and specialty, and apply directly to employers without creating a profile or signing up.
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