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 Nationwide Children's Hospital, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, and Optum. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles171+
Top employerNationwide Children's Hospital
Work type81% On-site
Top credentialMaster's degree in social work
Companies hiring15

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Patient Care Assistant- General Medicine & Behavioral Health
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Patient Care Assistant- General Medicine & Behavioral Health
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Staff RN - General Medicine & Behavioral Health
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Staff RN - General Medicine & Behavioral Health
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Behavioral Health Technician
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Behavioral Health Technician
Kids Thrive
Columbus, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Maintenance & Repair
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$16 - $17/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Assessment Specialist, RN, Behavioral Health
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Assessment Specialist, RN, Behavioral Health
Columbus Springs
Columbus, Ohio
Customer Service
Customer Support
Project Management
$25.89 - $34.96/hr
Master's degree in social work
201-500

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Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist II
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Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist II
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Bachelor's degree in social work
10,000+

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Behavioral Health Therapist Job Market in Columbus

Who's Hiring

  • Nationwide Children's Hospital30
  • The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center22
  • Optum15
  • Columbus Springs15
  • National Youth Advocate Program15

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 Nationwide Children's Hospital, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, and Optum and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 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 19% of behavioral health therapist openings tied to Columbus are remote or hybrid as of October 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.

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