Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in New York
Behavioral health therapist jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, with openings concentrated in community mental health centers, hospital systems, and outpatient behavioral health clinics, from entry-level clinician roles through senior-level supervisory positions. New York City, Buffalo, and Albany account for the largest share of openings, with established employers like NYC Health + Hospitals, Northwell Health, and the New York State Office of Mental Health consistently hiring across the state. The most in-demand specialties include substance use disorder counseling, trauma-focused therapy, and child and adolescent behavioral health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Behavioral Health Therapist- In Home/Community Therapist (OLP)
Villa of Hope helps youth and families rebuild relationships, recover from trauma and renew Hope for their future.
JOB TITLE: Behavioral Health Therapist-Other Licensed Professional (OLP)
POSITION GRADE: 81 [ salary range: 27.47hr-32.00hr commensurate with education and experience ]
DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM: Home and Community Based Services
SUPERVISOR: Clinical Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the general direction of the Clinical Supervisor, the Behavioral Health Therapist-OLP is responsible for providing in home and community based therapy for individuals, groups, and families. The Behavioral Health Therapist will also be responsible for the maintenance of client records in compliance with oversight agencies and agency policies. This individual will carry out all job responsibilities with fidelity and accountability to the Agencies Mission, Vision, Values, Guiding Principles and Strategic Plan and commitments to the Sanctuary Model of Care.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide in-home and/or other community based individual, group, and family therapy sessions as prescribed in the treatment plan using individualized evidence based therapeutic interventions.
- Engage in crisis intervention services for individuals experiencing acute distress.
- Maintains confidentiality and security for all client and staff related materials and/or records.
- Engage in case consultation with community providers as needed: Assess, evaluate, and discuss progress, updates, and interventions in the treatment plan as needed.
- Engage in person centered needs assessments to support linkages and referrals to other ongoing mental health services and community resources (including but not limited to health homes care management and housing resources).
- Collaborate effectively with referral sources and collateral contacts.
- Demonstrates, promotes and practices cultural competency toward clients and staff through respect and understanding achieved through training and agency cultural activities.
- Develop an individualized treatment plan in collaboration with the client; and parent/guardian based on needs identified in assessment and complete treatment plan reviews with the client and parent/guardian.
- Responsible for the maintenance of client records in compliance with Office of Mental Health (OMH), regulations to include, but not limited to: Initial assessment, diagnosis, treatment plans, treatment plan reviews and updates, daily treatment progress notes that include individual, group and family sessions and all admission and discharge paperwork.
- Provides family counseling and educational sessions to parents and siblings regarding understanding of the mental health diagnosis, symptom management and interventions.
- Develop a comprehensive discharge plan for client that assures their ongoing treatment needs are met after discharge.
- Work in alignment with Villa of Hope regulations and requirements
- Provides and participates in case consultation weekly.
- Connect clients to aftercare and community based long term mental health treatment, or inpatient services as indicated.
- Coordinates case planning and progress internally through team meetings and individual contacts with other disciplines.
- Make treatment recommendations and referrals based on information and data gathered during individual, family and group sessions.
- Secure and link client and family to community resources whenever need is identified including community support groups.
- Seeks clinical supervision to develop competencies and skills in areas of professional development.
- Participates in individual & group supervision for professional growth.
- Works to support program expansion by participating in clinic services related to growth.
- Exercises full compliance with the Agency’s Code of Conduct, all Agency Policies and Procedures.
OTHER RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Responsible for travel in the community with the use of personal vehicle.
- Treatment of clients in the community is required.
- Completion of other documentation as required by regulations or program needs.
COMPETENCIES:
Leading Self
- Character and Courage (Integrity and Trust)
Leading Others
- Customer Focus
Leading the Organization
- Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Justice and Equity
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree in human service required
-
Licensure required or eligible:
- LMHC,
- MHC – P (NYS eligibility and completed limited permit documentation)
- LMFT
- LMSW
- LCSW
- Extensive experience serving individuals and youth with Serious Emotional Disturbances.
- Experience working with youth who have co-occurring disorders.
- Computer skills, organizational and problem solving skills required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others required.
- Valid NYS License in good standing
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The following lists physical demands an employee will perform on a regular basis: standing, walking, sitting, bending, and must be able to perform a variety of tasks, move throughout office buildings, work cooperatively in a team environment and quickly respond to emergencies. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Behavioral Health Therapist- In Home/Community Therapist (OLP)
Villa of Hope helps youth and families rebuild relationships, recover from trauma and renew Hope for their future.
JOB TITLE: Behavioral Health Therapist-Other Licensed Professional (OLP)
POSITION GRADE: 81 [ salary range: 27.47hr-32.00hr commensurate with education and experience ]
DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM: Home and Community Based Services
SUPERVISOR: Clinical Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the general direction of the Clinical Supervisor, the Behavioral Health Therapist-OLP is responsible for providing in home and community based therapy for individuals, groups, and families. The Behavioral Health Therapist will also be responsible for the maintenance of client records in compliance with oversight agencies and agency policies. This individual will carry out all job responsibilities with fidelity and accountability to the Agencies Mission, Vision, Values, Guiding Principles and Strategic Plan and commitments to the Sanctuary Model of Care.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide in-home and/or other community based individual, group, and family therapy sessions as prescribed in the treatment plan using individualized evidence based therapeutic interventions.
- Engage in crisis intervention services for individuals experiencing acute distress.
- Maintains confidentiality and security for all client and staff related materials and/or records.
- Engage in case consultation with community providers as needed: Assess, evaluate, and discuss progress, updates, and interventions in the treatment plan as needed.
- Engage in person centered needs assessments to support linkages and referrals to other ongoing mental health services and community resources (including but not limited to health homes care management and housing resources).
- Collaborate effectively with referral sources and collateral contacts.
- Demonstrates, promotes and practices cultural competency toward clients and staff through respect and understanding achieved through training and agency cultural activities.
- Develop an individualized treatment plan in collaboration with the client; and parent/guardian based on needs identified in assessment and complete treatment plan reviews with the client and parent/guardian.
- Responsible for the maintenance of client records in compliance with Office of Mental Health (OMH), regulations to include, but not limited to: Initial assessment, diagnosis, treatment plans, treatment plan reviews and updates, daily treatment progress notes that include individual, group and family sessions and all admission and discharge paperwork.
- Provides family counseling and educational sessions to parents and siblings regarding understanding of the mental health diagnosis, symptom management and interventions.
- Develop a comprehensive discharge plan for client that assures their ongoing treatment needs are met after discharge.
- Work in alignment with Villa of Hope regulations and requirements
- Provides and participates in case consultation weekly.
- Connect clients to aftercare and community based long term mental health treatment, or inpatient services as indicated.
- Coordinates case planning and progress internally through team meetings and individual contacts with other disciplines.
- Make treatment recommendations and referrals based on information and data gathered during individual, family and group sessions.
- Secure and link client and family to community resources whenever need is identified including community support groups.
- Seeks clinical supervision to develop competencies and skills in areas of professional development.
- Participates in individual & group supervision for professional growth.
- Works to support program expansion by participating in clinic services related to growth.
- Exercises full compliance with the Agency’s Code of Conduct, all Agency Policies and Procedures.
OTHER RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Responsible for travel in the community with the use of personal vehicle.
- Treatment of clients in the community is required.
- Completion of other documentation as required by regulations or program needs.
COMPETENCIES:
Leading Self
- Character and Courage (Integrity and Trust)
Leading Others
- Customer Focus
Leading the Organization
- Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Justice and Equity
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree in human service required
-
Licensure required or eligible:
- LMHC,
- MHC – P (NYS eligibility and completed limited permit documentation)
- LMFT
- LMSW
- LCSW
- Extensive experience serving individuals and youth with Serious Emotional Disturbances.
- Experience working with youth who have co-occurring disorders.
- Computer skills, organizational and problem solving skills required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others required.
- Valid NYS License in good standing
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The following lists physical demands an employee will perform on a regular basis: standing, walking, sitting, bending, and must be able to perform a variety of tasks, move throughout office buildings, work cooperatively in a team environment and quickly respond to emergencies. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Behavioral Health Therapist Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- NYC Health + Hospitals11
- Abbott House6
- St. Joseph's Health5
- Rochester Regional Health4
- Metropolitan Center for Mental Health4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Human Resources
- Technology & Software
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health therapist jobs across New York.
- Active LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT license issued by the New York State Education Department
- Master's degree in social work, mental health counseling, or a related clinical field
- Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Ability to conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Familiarity with evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health therapist in New York?
Becoming a behavioral health therapist in New York requires a master's degree in a clinical field such as social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy, followed by supervised post-graduate hours and a licensing exam through the New York State Education Department. Depending on your degree, you would pursue licensure as an LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT. Most New York employers will hire candidates who hold a limited permit while completing supervised hours toward full licensure.
Which companies hire behavioral health therapists in New York?
Employers hiring behavioral health therapists in New York right now include NYC Health + Hospitals, Abbott House, and St. Joseph's Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New York's combination of large public health systems, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofit community mental health organizations means demand is distributed across employer types throughout the state.
Which New York cities have the most behavioral health therapist jobs?
The cities with the most behavioral health therapist openings in New York are New York, Bronx, and Syracuse. New York City dominates the volume given the density of hospital systems, community mental health centers, and outpatient practices concentrated there, while upstate cities like Buffalo and Albany reflect demand driven by large state-operated facilities and regional health systems that serve significant Medicaid and underserved populations.
Are there remote behavioral health therapist jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because telehealth has become a widely accepted delivery model for talk therapy and behavioral health counseling. About 33% of behavioral health therapist openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly New York providers adopted telehealth platforms following state regulatory changes. Individual therapy, intake assessments, and case management functions are the positions most commonly offered in remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health therapist in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for limited-permit clinician roles at community mental health centers or federally qualified health centers, which are designed to accommodate graduates who are still accruing supervised hours toward full New York licensure. Large systems like NYC Health + Hospitals and the New York State Office of Mental Health operate training and supervised-experience programs for new clinicians. Candidates coming from case management, crisis intervention, or peer support specialist roles have a natural on-ramp, and holding a limited permit from the New York State Education Department is the credential that makes early hiring possible.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your license type, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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