Counselor Jobs in North Dakota
Counselor jobs in North Dakota are concentrated in behavioral health, school counseling, and substance use treatment, with steady demand from entry-level associates to licensed clinical professionals. The busiest hiring markets are Fargo, Bismarck, and Grand Forks, where organizations like Sanford Health, Essentia Health, and the North Dakota Department of Human Services maintain consistent counseling roles. The most in-demand specialties are mental health counseling, substance use disorder counseling, and school counseling. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Military Family Life Counselor (MFLC): Adult, Child, and Youth Behavioral Counselors
Venesco LLC is looking for Military Family Licensed Counselors (MFLC) to support military members and families at/around Minot AFB in Minot, ND. We have immediate openings for year-round Counselors to work with either adults or school-based children on the Air Force base. We are currently offering an $800 sign-on bonus for new hires.
As a Military Family Life Counselor, MFLC, you will help children and families with the added stresses of military life. You will provide a wide range of problem-solving skills to address areas such as deployment, frequent relocations, isolation from extended family members, children coping with the absence of a parent, child education, and spousal employment.
This position requires an independent license in any state. Eligible license types include: LCSW/LICSW, LMFT, LPC, LCPC, and LMHC. If you are working on your independent license, let's start the conversation!
Our team of mental healthcare professionals ensures that our active-duty service members and their families receive the exceptional care they deserve. The MFLC counselor is an independently licensed mental health professional who exercises discretion and independent judgement to provide appropriate resource information in the form of non-medical counseling, coaching, training and education to military service members and their families.
Non-medical counseling is supportive in nature and addresses: living conditions; life skills; improving relationships at home and at work; stress management; adjustment issues, such as those related to returning from deployment; marital problems; parenting, fear, grief and loss.
School counselors and Child Development Center Counselors are assigned to DoDEA schools, military childcare centers, and in some cases, local community schools. Counselors should have experience working in a school setting to qualify for CYB positions. CYB counselors are also assigned to youth programs, summer camps, and for on demand assignments. CYB counselors are responsible for working closely with military branch Points of Contact (POCs) to assure that the program is provided within the scope of the contract and meets the needs of assigned installation.
It is an honor to provide non-medical services to active-duty service members and their families, and we are grateful to support such a valued customer and important mission.
Venesco, LLC, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Venesco is committed to administering all employment and personnel actions on the basis of merit and free of discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religious affiliation, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. Consistent with this commitment, we are dedicated to the employment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, persons of all ethnic backgrounds and religions according to their abilities.
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For more information on Venesco, LLC., visit https://venesco.com.
Requirements:Minimum Requirements:
- A Master’s degree in the Behavioral Health Professions
- Minimum 2 years of post-master’s supervised clinical experience
- Mental Health Licensure at the Independent Practice level
- School Counselors must demonstrate past experience working in a school setting or other Child/Youth Services setting.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a NACI level government security clearance
Desired:
- Prior military service/military family member and/or strong familiarity with the military culture
Military Family Life Counselor (MFLC): Adult, Child, and Youth Behavioral Counselors
Venesco LLC is looking for Military Family Licensed Counselors (MFLC) to support military members and families at/around Minot AFB in Minot, ND. We have immediate openings for year-round Counselors to work with either adults or school-based children on the Air Force base. We are currently offering an $800 sign-on bonus for new hires.
As a Military Family Life Counselor, MFLC, you will help children and families with the added stresses of military life. You will provide a wide range of problem-solving skills to address areas such as deployment, frequent relocations, isolation from extended family members, children coping with the absence of a parent, child education, and spousal employment.
This position requires an independent license in any state. Eligible license types include: LCSW/LICSW, LMFT, LPC, LCPC, and LMHC. If you are working on your independent license, let's start the conversation!
Our team of mental healthcare professionals ensures that our active-duty service members and their families receive the exceptional care they deserve. The MFLC counselor is an independently licensed mental health professional who exercises discretion and independent judgement to provide appropriate resource information in the form of non-medical counseling, coaching, training and education to military service members and their families.
Non-medical counseling is supportive in nature and addresses: living conditions; life skills; improving relationships at home and at work; stress management; adjustment issues, such as those related to returning from deployment; marital problems; parenting, fear, grief and loss.
School counselors and Child Development Center Counselors are assigned to DoDEA schools, military childcare centers, and in some cases, local community schools. Counselors should have experience working in a school setting to qualify for CYB positions. CYB counselors are also assigned to youth programs, summer camps, and for on demand assignments. CYB counselors are responsible for working closely with military branch Points of Contact (POCs) to assure that the program is provided within the scope of the contract and meets the needs of assigned installation.
It is an honor to provide non-medical services to active-duty service members and their families, and we are grateful to support such a valued customer and important mission.
Venesco, LLC, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Venesco is committed to administering all employment and personnel actions on the basis of merit and free of discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religious affiliation, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. Consistent with this commitment, we are dedicated to the employment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, persons of all ethnic backgrounds and religions according to their abilities.
lpc, licensed professional counselor, social worker, lcsw, licensed clinical social worker, marriage and family counselor, licensed counselor, school counselor
For more information on Venesco, LLC., visit https://venesco.com.
Requirements:Minimum Requirements:
- A Master’s degree in the Behavioral Health Professions
- Minimum 2 years of post-master’s supervised clinical experience
- Mental Health Licensure at the Independent Practice level
- School Counselors must demonstrate past experience working in a school setting or other Child/Youth Services setting.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a NACI level government security clearance
Desired:
- Prior military service/military family member and/or strong familiarity with the military culture
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The qualifications that appear most often in counselor jobs across North Dakota.
- Active North Dakota licensed professional counselor credential issued by the North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related clinical field
- Experience conducting individual, group, or family counseling sessions in a clinical or school setting
- Proficiency with electronic health records and documentation standards required by North Dakota providers
- Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, evidence-based therapies, and crisis intervention protocols
- Valid driver's license for community outreach or multi-site service delivery across rural North Dakota counties
Counselor Jobs in North Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a counselor in North Dakota?
Becoming a licensed professional counselor in North Dakota requires a master's degree in counseling or a related field, followed by supervised post-graduate clinical hours and passing the National Counselor Examination. The North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners oversees licensure and issues the Licensed Professional Counselor credential. School counselors must meet separate credentialing requirements through the North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board before working in K-12 settings.
Which companies hire counselors in North Dakota?
Companies currently hiring counselors in North Dakota include Sanford Health, State of North Dakota, and Altru, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Behavioral health clinics, tribal health programs, and the state's regional human service centers also represent consistent sources of counseling employment across North Dakota.
Which North Dakota cities have the most counselor jobs?
The cities with the most counselor openings in North Dakota are North Dakota, Fargo, and Minot. Fargo anchors the largest share of demand given its concentration of major health systems and behavioral health agencies, while Bismarck's role as the state capital brings consistent openings tied to state government health and human services programs, and Grand Forks benefits from its university hospital and regional mental health infrastructure.
Are there remote counselor jobs in North Dakota?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields since counseling often involves direct client contact. About 100% of counselor openings tied to North Dakota are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the growth of telehealth across the state's rural regions. Teletherapy and telehealth counseling roles are the most likely to be fully remote, particularly for providers serving clients in frontier and underserved North Dakota counties.
How can I get hired as a counselor in North Dakota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a counselor associate or behavioral health technician role while completing supervised hours toward full licensure. Large North Dakota employers like Sanford Health and state-operated human service centers hire pre-licensed candidates under supervision. Lateral moves from case management, social work assistant, or peer support specialist positions are common. Holding a provisional license from the North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners gives candidates a clear advantage over unlicensed applicants.
Where can I find and apply to counselor jobs in North Dakota?
You can find and apply to counselor jobs in North Dakota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and credentials, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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