Entry Level Clinical Therapist Jobs
New grad clinical therapist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a supervised practicum can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Consulting & Professional Services, and Education, with employers like LifeStance Health, Sutter Health, and Adventist HealthCare hiring at this level now.
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Offering Hiring Bonus: $5,000
Position: Licensed Clinical Therapist
Job Summary: Assisting individuals recovering from addiction or mental health challenges by providing specialized clinical services. This position reports to a Clinical Supervisor.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides clinical services such as individual and group therapy, case management, and crisis intervention services to Lighthouse clients within the scope of practice and as privileged by the supervisor.
- Completes the crisis and safety plan, treatment plan, service notes, transition and discharge plan, forms, and miscellaneous job-related reports about a person served in the time frame required by the center, accreditation and certification bodies, respective professional licensing boards, and funding sources.
- Maintains an accurate and complete clinical record for each client served under Quality Improvement and billing standards.
- Assists in program development and planning as assigned.
- Responds to requests for clinical information on clients served as allowed by law and applicable rules and regulations. Verbal and written communications of Protected Health Information (PHI) must comply with 42 CFR Part 2, mental health laws, and HIPAA. The Counselor shares only information within the scope of practice and professional licensing standards.
- Keeps abreast of community resources, educates clients about those resources, and makes appropriate referrals as needed to meet client needs. Activates Case Management or CPST Services as medically necessary to help remove barriers to recovery (e.g., problems with finance/poverty, living arrangements/housing, occupation, skill-building/education, and support system).
- Collaborates and coordinates with other service providers involved in client care in the community to promote integrated and holistic care.
- Responds to community professionals in a timely manner, after contacting Lighthouse staff.
- Promotes progressive pro-social interventions (e.g., client connectedness in the community, involvement in a safe and supportive environment, participation in activities where the client finds social acceptance), and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Person-centered, strength-based, and culturally sensitive approach when promoting client engagement in the community.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field or equivalent experience.
- Active license (LCDC II/LCDC III/ LSW/LPC/LICDC/LISW/LPCC)
- Must pass BCI check, all Corporate Compliance checks, and employment drug screen.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Compensation Ranges:
$50,000 – $57,500 LCDCII & LCDCIII
$60,000 – $67,500 Bachelors LSW
$65,000 – $72,500 LPC, Masters LSW, LICDC, & LICDC-CS
$70,000 – $80,000 LISW & LPCC
$75,000 – $83,500 LPCC-S & LISW-S
**Compensation is dependent on licensure and years of experience
Location: Newark, OH
LBHS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, genetics, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
LBHS adheres to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act as amended, Ohio Civil Rights Act, and all applicable rules and regulations. LBHS is an equal opportunity employer.
Offering Hiring Bonus: $5,000
Position: Licensed Clinical Therapist
Job Summary: Assisting individuals recovering from addiction or mental health challenges by providing specialized clinical services. This position reports to a Clinical Supervisor.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides clinical services such as individual and group therapy, case management, and crisis intervention services to Lighthouse clients within the scope of practice and as privileged by the supervisor.
- Completes the crisis and safety plan, treatment plan, service notes, transition and discharge plan, forms, and miscellaneous job-related reports about a person served in the time frame required by the center, accreditation and certification bodies, respective professional licensing boards, and funding sources.
- Maintains an accurate and complete clinical record for each client served under Quality Improvement and billing standards.
- Assists in program development and planning as assigned.
- Responds to requests for clinical information on clients served as allowed by law and applicable rules and regulations. Verbal and written communications of Protected Health Information (PHI) must comply with 42 CFR Part 2, mental health laws, and HIPAA. The Counselor shares only information within the scope of practice and professional licensing standards.
- Keeps abreast of community resources, educates clients about those resources, and makes appropriate referrals as needed to meet client needs. Activates Case Management or CPST Services as medically necessary to help remove barriers to recovery (e.g., problems with finance/poverty, living arrangements/housing, occupation, skill-building/education, and support system).
- Collaborates and coordinates with other service providers involved in client care in the community to promote integrated and holistic care.
- Responds to community professionals in a timely manner, after contacting Lighthouse staff.
- Promotes progressive pro-social interventions (e.g., client connectedness in the community, involvement in a safe and supportive environment, participation in activities where the client finds social acceptance), and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Person-centered, strength-based, and culturally sensitive approach when promoting client engagement in the community.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field or equivalent experience.
- Active license (LCDC II/LCDC III/ LSW/LPC/LICDC/LISW/LPCC)
- Must pass BCI check, all Corporate Compliance checks, and employment drug screen.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Compensation Ranges:
$50,000 – $57,500 LCDCII & LCDCIII
$60,000 – $67,500 Bachelors LSW
$65,000 – $72,500 LPC, Masters LSW, LICDC, & LICDC-CS
$70,000 – $80,000 LISW & LPCC
$75,000 – $83,500 LPCC-S & LISW-S
**Compensation is dependent on licensure and years of experience
Location: Newark, OH
LBHS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, genetics, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
LBHS adheres to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act as amended, Ohio Civil Rights Act, and all applicable rules and regulations. LBHS is an equal opportunity employer.
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- LifeStance Health32
- Sutter Health3
- Adventist HealthCare3
- Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions3
- Optum2
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Entry Level Clinical Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level clinical therapist job?
Entry level clinical therapist positions typically look for a completed master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, plus supervised clinical hours from a practicum or internship. Candidates who can show direct client contact hours, familiarity with evidence-based modalities like CBT or DBT, and a state licensure application in progress stand out most at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level clinical therapists?
Companies hiring entry level clinical therapists right now include LifeStance Health, Sutter Health, and Adventist HealthCare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Community mental health centers, outpatient behavioral health practices, school districts, and hospital systems tend to be the most active employers at the new grad and junior level.
Are there remote entry level clinical therapist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles are on-site or hybrid given the hands-on nature of clinical work. About 23% of entry level clinical therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, most commonly in telehealth platforms and large behavioral health organizations that support virtual care delivery.
Are these new grad clinical therapist jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior clinical therapist roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internship or practicum hours toward requirements, or accepts candidates who are pre-licensed and working toward full licensure under supervision.
Which industries hire the most entry level clinical therapists?
Entry Level clinical therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Consulting & Professional Services, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on a steady pipeline of newly graduated clinicians to meet high demand for mental health, behavioral, and counseling services.