Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in South Carolina
Behavioral Health Therapist jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville, where systems like Prisma Health, MUSC Health, and the South Carolina Department of Mental Health operate some of the state's largest outpatient and inpatient behavioral health programs. Demand is strongest for therapists specializing in trauma-informed care, substance use disorder treatment, and child and adolescent mental health. Openings exist at every level from newly licensed therapists to senior clinicians and clinical supervisors. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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BehavioraBehavioral Health Specialist – Independent Contractor (1099)
Leads Way Therapeutic Services
Location: Ridgeland, SC and Surrounding Areas
Compensation: $16.00–$20.00 per hour
Position Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree
Work Setting: Community-Based / In-Person
Position Summary
Leads Way Therapeutic Services is seeking qualified, dependable, and compassionate Behavioral Health Specialists to join our team as independent contractors serving clients throughout Ridgeland, South Carolina, and surrounding communities.
Contractors will work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who require behavioral health and community-based support services.
Depending on education, experience, credentials, and service-specific qualifications, contractors may provide:
- Behavior Modification (BMOD)
- Psychosocial Rehabilitation Services (PRS)
- Family Support
- Medicaid Targeted Case Management (MTCM)
Services may be provided in clients' homes, schools, community locations, and other approved service settings.
Compensation
Hourly compensation is determined by education and verifiable relevant experience.
Education & Experience Hourly Rate:
Bachelor's Degree – No Experience $16.00
Bachelor's Degree – With Experience $17.00
Master's Degree – No Experience $19.00
Master's Degree – With Experience $20.00
Relevant experience may include behavioral health, mental health, social services, case management, rehabilitation, child welfare, or other applicable human services experience.
Essential Responsibilities
Contractors may be responsible for:
- Providing direct behavioral interventions and skills training based on individualized treatment goals.
- Assisting clients with reducing challenging behaviors and developing appropriate replacement behaviors.
- Teaching coping, communication, social, independent living, and problem-solving skills.
- Supporting parents and caregivers with strategies to address clients' behavioral and emotional needs.
- Linking and referring eligible clients to medical, behavioral health, educational, social, and community resources.
- Coordinating services with families, schools, providers, and other members of the client's treatment team when appropriate.
- Monitoring client progress toward established treatment goals and objectives.
- Maintaining appropriate professional boundaries with clients and families.
- Completing accurate, detailed, and timely documentation for every service provided.
- Following Leads Way Therapeutic Services policies and procedures and applicable Medicaid, HIPAA, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Have a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have reliable transportation.
- Have a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance when required for service delivery.
- Be willing and able to travel throughout Ridgeland and surrounding service areas.
- Have access to a reliable phone and email.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with clients, families, providers, schools, and agency staff.
- Complete electronic documentation accurately and within required deadlines.
- Successfully complete all required background checks, screenings, credentialing, and onboarding requirements.
- Maintain client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
- Attend one mandatory in-person training day before beginning client assignments.
Additional training and credentialing may be required depending on assigned services.
MTCM assignments will only be provided to individuals who meet applicable South Carolina Medicaid MTCM qualification and experience requirements.
Documents Required to Apply
Applicants should be prepared to provide:
- Current resume
- Copy of college degree or official/unofficial transcript showing degree awarded
- Valid government-issued photo identification
- Valid driver's license
- Proof of current automobile insurance
- Social Security card or other required contractor verification documentation
- Professional license or certification, if applicable
- Documentation verifying relevant professional experience, when applicable
- Professional references, if requested
Additional documentation may be required during credentialing.
Schedule and Caseload
This is a community-based position. Client assignments and schedules are determined by client needs, authorized services, contractor qualifications, and contractor availability.
Afternoon, evening, and weekend availability is strongly encouraged, as many services are provided outside traditional school and work hours.
Hours and caseloads are not guaranteed.
Independent Contractor Status
This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity, not a traditional employee position.
Contractors are responsible for applicable taxes and other obligations associated with independent contractor status. Contractors must maintain all required credentials and documentation necessary to remain eligible to provide assigned services.
Mandatory In-Person Training
Selected candidates must attend one full day of in-person training before receiving a caseload.
Training will cover:
- Agency policies and operational procedures
- Behavioral health service delivery expectations
- Medicaid documentation and billing compliance
- BIRP progress notes and service verification
- HIPAA, confidentiality, and professional boundaries
- Safety procedures and mandatory reporting
- Service-specific requirements and expectations
How to Apply
Interested applicants should email their current resume to:
To: Alayah Wilborn – Hiring Manager
Email: alayah@leadswayts.com
CC: Antreana Singleton – Supervisor / CEO
Email: Antreana@leadswayts.com
Email Subject: Behavioral Health Specialist – Ridgeland
Please include your highest degree earned and whether you have previous experience in behavioral health, mental health, social services, case management, rehabilitation, or related human services fields.
Applicants who meet the initial qualifications will be contacted regarding the interview, credentialing, and mandatory training process.
Leads Way Therapeutic Services
Serving Ridgeland, South Carolina, and Surrounding Communities
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: In person
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- Active South Carolina licensure as an LPC, LISW-CP, LMFT, or equivalent recognized credential
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- Experience providing individual, group, or family therapy in an outpatient or inpatient setting
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- Ability to complete thorough mental health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health therapist in South Carolina?
You become a behavioral health therapist in South Carolina by earning a master's degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy, then applying for licensure through the South Carolina Board of Examiners in Counseling, the Board of Social Work Examiners, or the Board of Examiners for Marriage and Family Therapy, depending on your discipline. Each board requires supervised clinical hours, a passing score on the relevant national exam, and a background check before a license is issued.
Which companies hire behavioral health therapists in South Carolina?
South Carolina behavioral health therapist roles are posted by Self Regional Healthcare, Prisma Health, and Lighthouse Behavioral Health Hospital and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Large integrated health systems and state-funded community mental health centers across the state represent the most consistent sources of openings.
Which South Carolina cities have the most behavioral health therapist jobs?
Greenwood, Conway, and Columbia have the most behavioral health therapist openings in South Carolina. Columbia leads because it is home to the South Carolina Department of Mental Health headquarters, Prisma Health's main campus, and several large community mental health centers, while Charleston's concentration of MUSC Health facilities and Greenville's growing Prisma Health Upstate network drive strong hiring in those metros.
Are there remote behavioral health therapist jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, and more than many clinical roles, since telehealth therapy has expanded significantly. About 0% of behavioral health therapist openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting ongoing demand for virtual outpatient services. Individual, couples, and group therapy sessions are the parts of the role most commonly delivered remotely, while intake assessments and crisis services more often require an in-person or hybrid arrangement.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health therapist in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a licensed associate position, which South Carolina boards recognize as a supervised practice tier while you accumulate the clinical hours needed for full licensure. The South Carolina Department of Mental Health and Prisma Health both regularly hire associate-level clinicians and pair them with approved supervisors. Candidates who hold provisional licensure, have completed a clinical practicum at an accredited program, and can demonstrate coursework in trauma or substance use treatment are competitive for these roles even without post-graduation experience.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers active in the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your licensure level and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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