CPT Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs
Behavioral Health Therapist CPT jobs let you apply clinical counseling skills in real treatment settings while your DSO authorizes each placement as a direct curriculum requirement. Your I-20 must reflect the CPT authorization before your first day, and full-time CPT exceeding 12 months affects OPT eligibility.
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Enhance your academic knowledge with practical experience, grow your resume and advance your career!
Why Select ABA Support Services for your internship, field experience or practicum?
- Resume growth and career advancement
- Enhance your academic discipline with practical experiences outside the classroom setting
- Gain hands-on, real-world experience
- Professional growth opportunities within ABA Support Services
- Support and guidance from an experienced clinical team
- Meaningful one-on-one work with children and families
- Close and ongoing supervision by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and/or Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS)
- Competitive pay
- ABASS provides necessary resources, at no cost to you, to complete your internship, field experience or practicum
What You'll Do as an intern:
Unlike other internships, as a BHT, you'll work directly with children to help them develop meaningful skills and make progress toward individualized goals.
You'll implement treatment plans under the guidance of our clinical team, collect data, collaborate with supervisors, and provide one-on-one behavioral support in settings such as homes, schools, clinics, and the community depending on your assigned cases and as approved by your university.
Who We're Looking For
We're interested in students studying psychology, education, behavioral health, ABA, childcare, social services, or other related fields. Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors are welcome to apply.
Successful candidates are compassionate, dependable, eager to learn, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families.
Ready to take the first steps in arranging your internship, field experience or practicum? Apply today!
Requirements
- Background clearances are required for this position.
- Prior experience working with children is preferred but not required—we provide comprehensive training! A willingness to learn, dependability, and a commitment to supporting our clients are essential.
- Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. This is an in-person position, with services provided wherever the client is located, including school, home, and clinic-based settings. Case assignments are made based on your geographic location, availability, willingness to travel, and approval from your university.
Internships, Field Experience and Practicums - Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Enhance your academic knowledge with practical experience, grow your resume and advance your career!
Why Select ABA Support Services for your internship, field experience or practicum?
- Resume growth and career advancement
- Enhance your academic discipline with practical experiences outside the classroom setting
- Gain hands-on, real-world experience
- Professional growth opportunities within ABA Support Services
- Support and guidance from an experienced clinical team
- Meaningful one-on-one work with children and families
- Close and ongoing supervision by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and/or Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS)
- Competitive pay
- ABASS provides necessary resources, at no cost to you, to complete your internship, field experience or practicum
What You'll Do as an intern:
Unlike other internships, as a BHT, you'll work directly with children to help them develop meaningful skills and make progress toward individualized goals.
You'll implement treatment plans under the guidance of our clinical team, collect data, collaborate with supervisors, and provide one-on-one behavioral support in settings such as homes, schools, clinics, and the community depending on your assigned cases and as approved by your university.
Who We're Looking For
We're interested in students studying psychology, education, behavioral health, ABA, childcare, social services, or other related fields. Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors are welcome to apply.
Successful candidates are compassionate, dependable, eager to learn, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families.
Ready to take the first steps in arranging your internship, field experience or practicum? Apply today!
Requirements
- Background clearances are required for this position.
- Prior experience working with children is preferred but not required—we provide comprehensive training! A willingness to learn, dependability, and a commitment to supporting our clients are essential.
- Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. This is an in-person position, with services provided wherever the client is located, including school, home, and clinic-based settings. Case assignments are made based on your geographic location, availability, willingness to travel, and approval from your university.
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Get Access To All JobsBehavioral Health Therapist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does CPT work as a Behavioral Health Therapist count toward state licensure hours?
It depends on your state's licensing board. Many states accept supervised clinical hours earned under CPT toward LCSW or LPC licensure requirements, but the supervisor must hold the appropriate license and the placement must be in an approved clinical setting. Confirm the specific hour-counting rules with your state board before starting, since requirements vary significantly across jurisdictions.
Can I do CPT at a private therapy practice instead of a hospital or community mental health center?
Yes, private practices are eligible CPT sites as long as the placement meets your school's curriculum integration requirements and your DSO approves it. The practice must provide adequate clinical supervision from a licensed therapist. Smaller private practices are less likely to have prior experience with F-1 students, so expect to walk HR or the practice owner through your I-20 and authorization letter.
What happens to my CPT authorization if my employer changes my role or caseload mid-placement?
A material change in job duties, supervision structure, or work location can affect whether the placement still qualifies as CPT under your program's curriculum requirements. Notify your DSO immediately if your role changes significantly. Your DSO may need to issue a new I-20 reflecting the updated placement details to keep your authorization current and compliant.
How do I find Behavioral Health Therapist employers experienced with F-1 CPT students?
Migrate Mate filters roles by employer DOL filing history, letting you identify organizations that have previously sponsored or employed international students. Focus on hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofits with dedicated HR teams, since they're more likely to have established processes for I-20 verification and onboarding F-1 employees on CPT authorization.
Does part-time CPT as a Behavioral Health Therapist still count toward the 12-month full-time limit?
No. Only full-time CPT, defined as 20 or more hours per week, counts against the 12-month threshold that eliminates OPT eligibility. Part-time CPT placements, even across multiple semesters, do not reduce your OPT entitlement regardless of total duration. If your program allows structured part-time rotations, coordinating with your DSO to keep placements under 20 hours preserves your post-graduation OPT options.