Clinical Counselor Jobs
Clinical Counselor jobs are open across healthcare systems, community mental health centers, schools, and private practice settings, from entry-level associate positions to senior clinicians and clinical directors, with specializations in substance use, trauma, and behavioral health. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Licensed Clinical Counselor (LPC/LCMHC)
Location: Clemmons, North Carolina
Department: Twin City Pediatrics
PRN | Three days per week/ Evening shift required
Position Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Counselor to provide counseling services to children and adolescents ages 5 and older. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting the mental health needs of pediatric and adolescent populations and be passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of patients and families.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Graduate Degree, required. Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or related field, required.
- Experience: Minimum of three yrs experience, required.
- Licensure/Certification: LPC, LCSW, Clinical Psychologist or PMHCNS (North Carolina), required.
- Additional Skills (required):
- Good working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office and medical-based software.
- Excellent working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for medical and mental health conditions.
- Ability to work through brief patient contacts as well as to make quick and accurate clinical assessments of mental and behavioral conditions.
- Should be comfortable with the pace of primary care, working with an interdisciplinary team, and have strong communication skills.
- Good knowledge of psycho-pharmacology.
- Ability to design and implement clinical pathways and protocols for treatment of selected chronic conditions.
- Additional Skills (preferred): Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification and all other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual counseling services for children ages 5+ and adolescents
- Complete assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing therapeutic support
- Utilize evidence-based counseling techniques to address emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Collaborate with care teams, families, and other providers to support patient care
- Provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for patients
Job Title: Licensed Clinical Counselor (LPC/LCMHC)
Location: Clemmons, North Carolina
Department: Twin City Pediatrics
PRN | Three days per week/ Evening shift required
Position Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Counselor to provide counseling services to children and adolescents ages 5 and older. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting the mental health needs of pediatric and adolescent populations and be passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of patients and families.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Graduate Degree, required. Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or related field, required.
- Experience: Minimum of three yrs experience, required.
- Licensure/Certification: LPC, LCSW, Clinical Psychologist or PMHCNS (North Carolina), required.
- Additional Skills (required):
- Good working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office and medical-based software.
- Excellent working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for medical and mental health conditions.
- Ability to work through brief patient contacts as well as to make quick and accurate clinical assessments of mental and behavioral conditions.
- Should be comfortable with the pace of primary care, working with an interdisciplinary team, and have strong communication skills.
- Good knowledge of psycho-pharmacology.
- Ability to design and implement clinical pathways and protocols for treatment of selected chronic conditions.
- Additional Skills (preferred): Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification and all other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual counseling services for children ages 5+ and adolescents
- Complete assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing therapeutic support
- Utilize evidence-based counseling techniques to address emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Collaborate with care teams, families, and other providers to support patient care
- Provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for patients
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Find Clinical Counselor JobsClinical Counselor Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Good Shepherd Services18
- The Home for Little Wanderers18
- Eliot Community Human Services12
- Riverside Community Care12
- NFI North10
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services45
- Non-Profit & Social Services37
- Automotive9
- Education9
- Technology & Software6
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical counselor jobs.
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field
- Active state licensure or registered intern status such as LPC, LMHC, LCPC, or equivalent
- Documented experience delivering individual and group therapy to a specific client population
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems for clinical documentation and treatment planning
- Knowledge of evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care
- Ability to meet productivity or billable-hours requirements set by the employer
Tips for Your Clinical Counselor Job Search
Tailor your resume to licensure stage
List your licensure status clearly near the top, whether you're a registered intern, licensed associate, or fully licensed. Many clinical counselor postings filter by licensure tier before a recruiter reads a single bullet, so burying it costs you interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists clinical counselor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Match your population focus to the posting
Employers distinguish sharply between candidates who work with adults, adolescents, couples, or families. Rewrite your summary line for each application to name the population you have supervised hours with, cutting generic language that fits any counseling role.
Highlight modalities you are trained in
CBT, DBT, EMDR, and motivational interviewing appear explicitly in clinical counselor job descriptions. If you are trained or certified in any evidence-based modality, name it in your skills section and in the relevant experience bullet where you used it.
Prepare a supervision and caseload story
Interviewers at community mental health agencies and hospitals routinely ask how you manage a high caseload under supervision. Prepare a concrete example that shows your documentation habits, how you flagged a clinical concern to your supervisor, and what the outcome was.
Negotiate your supervision arrangement upfront
If you still need supervised hours for full licensure, confirm during the offer stage whether the employer provides on-site clinical supervision, how frequently it occurs, and whether the cost is covered. These details vary widely and affect how quickly you can advance your license.
Clinical Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most clinical counselors?
The companies hiring the most clinical counselors right now include Good Shepherd Services, The Home for Little Wanderers, and Eliot Community Human Services, with the largest share of openings in Massachusetts, New York, and New Hampshire, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand tends to be highest at community mental health centers, integrated health systems, and school-based programs.
How many clinical counselor jobs are remote?
About 7% of clinical counselor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting sustained telehealth adoption since the expansion of platform-based therapy. Fully remote positions are most common in outpatient individual therapy for adults, while in-person requirements remain standard for school-based, crisis, and intensive outpatient program roles.
How do you become a clinical counselor?
You become a clinical counselor by earning a master's degree in counseling, clinical mental health, social work, or a related field, completing the supervised clinical hours your state requires, passing your state's licensure exam, and applying for your initial license. Most states also require continuing education to maintain licensure after you are first licensed.
Can you get hired as a clinical counselor with little or no experience?
Yes, many employers hire associate-level or pre-licensed clinical counselors who are completing their supervised hours, particularly community mental health centers, nonprofits, and school districts that have structured supervision programs built into the role. Practicum and internship placements from your graduate program count as relevant experience, so document your population focus, modalities used, and number of direct-service hours in your resume.
What does the clinical counselor interview process look like?
Most clinical counselor interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on licensure status and population experience, followed by an in-person or video interview with a clinical director or hiring manager that includes behavioral and scenario-based questions about case conceptualization, risk assessment, and documentation practices. Some employers add a second round with a team lead or require a written clinical vignette before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to clinical counselor jobs?
You can find and apply to clinical counselor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your licensure level, population focus, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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