Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in Columbus, OH

Behavioral Health Therapist jobs in Columbus are in strong demand, concentrated in the Short North, Easton, and Clintonville corridors across community mental health centers, hospital systems, and outpatient behavioral health clinics. Employers hiring right now include The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus Springs, and US Department of Veterans Affairs. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles191+
Work type67% On-site
Top credentialMaster's degree in social work
Companies hiring16

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Columbus Springs
Assessment Specialist, Behavioral Health
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Columbus Springs
New 12h ago
Assessment Specialist, Behavioral Health
Columbus Springs
Columbus, Ohio
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$25.89 - $34.96/hr
Master's degree in social work

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Nationwide Children's Hospital
Research Scientist - Mental and Behavioral Health
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Nationwide Children's Hospital
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Research Scientist - Mental and Behavioral Health
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
10,000+

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Columbus Springs
Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health
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Columbus Springs
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Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health
Columbus Springs
Columbus, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Associate's degree

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State of Ohio
Chief Clinical Officer (Physician Administrator 3) - Central Ohio Behavioral Health - PN: 20041506
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State of Ohio
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Chief Clinical Officer (Physician Administrator 3) - Central Ohio Behavioral Health - PN: 20041506
State of Ohio
Columbus, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
10,000+

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Behavioral Health Clinical Site Director
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Behavioral Health Clinical Site Director
Autumn Behavioral Health Center
Columbus, Ohio
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site

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Behavioral Health Therapist Job Market in Columbus

Who's Hiring

  • The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
    The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center48
  • Columbus Springs
    Columbus Springs24
  • US Department of Veterans Affairs
    US Department of Veterans Affairs24
  • ViaQuest
    ViaQuest12
  • OhioHealth
    OhioHealth12

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in Columbus: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a behavioral health therapist job in Columbus?

Columbus hires behavioral health therapists most heavily through its large hospital networks, community mental health centers, and county-funded behavioral health programs, especially in areas like the Near East Side and Hilltop where community need is high. Candidates with experience in trauma-informed care, substance use disorder treatment, or co-occurring disorders have a clear edge. Familiarity with Ohio's managed care landscape and Medicaid-funded services also strengthens your candidacy with local employers.

Which companies hire behavioral health therapists in Columbus?

Columbus behavioral health therapist roles are posted by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus Springs, and US Department of Veterans Affairs and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. The local market is anchored by large integrated health systems, nonprofit community agencies, and school-linked mental health programs that collectively post openings throughout the year.

Are there remote behavioral health therapist jobs in Columbus?

Yes, though availability depends heavily on the role, as direct clinical therapy work typically requires in-person or hybrid arrangements while telehealth-enabled outpatient counseling has expanded meaningfully. About 33% of behavioral health therapist openings tied to Columbus are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. Individual therapy caseloads and care coordination roles are the positions most likely to offer telehealth flexibility with Columbus-based employers.

How can I get a behavioral health therapist job in Columbus with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path in Columbus is through internship-to-hire pipelines at community mental health centers like Netcare Access or Nationwide Children's Hospital's behavioral health division, which regularly bring on graduate-level trainees and post-degree associates. Case manager and mental health counselor assistant roles at county agencies also provide a foot in the door. Completing supervised hours toward full licensure while employed locally is the standard trajectory Columbus employers expect and support.

Which industries hire the most behavioral health therapists in Columbus?

The sectors hiring the most behavioral health therapists in Columbus are Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Columbus's concentration of large hospital systems, a substantial state government workforce, and well-funded nonprofit behavioral health infrastructure collectively drive consistent local demand across those sectors.

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