CPT Clinical Counselor Jobs
Clinical Counselor roles in community mental health, university counseling centers, and private practice settings regularly host F-1 students on CPT, provided your fieldwork or practicum is a required component of your counseling or social work degree program and your DSO has authorized the specific position before your start date.
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Baptist Health is the region's largest not-for-profit healthcare organization, with 12 hospitals, over 29,000 employees, 4,500 physicians and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. With internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences, Baptist Health is supported by philanthropy and driven by its faith-based mission of medical excellence. For 26 years, we've been named one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, and in the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital Rankings, Baptist Health was the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida, earning 63 high-performing honors.
What truly sets us apart is our people. At Baptist Health, we create personal connections with our colleagues that go beyond the workplace, and we form meaningful relationships with patients and their families that extend beyond delivering care. Many of us have walked in our patients' shoes ourselves and that shared experience fuels our commitment to compassion and quality. Our culture is rooted in purpose, and every team member plays a part in making a positive impact – because when it comes to caring for people, we're all in.
At Baptist Health, we’re committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their journey, both personally and professionally. Our approach is rooted in a “grow our own” philosophy, designed to help our team members build meaningful, long-term careers with us, supported by benefits that make a real difference, including:
- Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support
- Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
- A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
- Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement
- And so much more
Together, these benefits and others reflect our commitment to caring for our people, so they can build fulfilling careers with us while making a meaningful impact every day.
DESCRIPTION:
The Respiratory Intern acquires additional knowledge and clinical experience before completing his/her education in a CoARC-approved respiratory care program. The Respiratory Intern performs basic respiratory procedures under the direct supervision of the State of Florida licensed staff respiratory therapist. The procedures performed will be equivalent to the current level of required skills in their clinical rotation. The Respiratory Intern is responsible for adhering to all required standards of respiratory care and promoting teamwork among co-workers.
QUALIFICATIONS
Degrees:
- High School, Certificate of completion, GED, Training, Experience.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Basic Life Support.
Additional Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapy program, in good standing, completed at least one clinical rotation and, within 15 months of completing a certified, and or registered respiratory therapy program.
Minimum Required Experience: No Experience Required
EOE, including disability/vets
INTRODUCTION
Baptist Health is the region's largest not-for-profit healthcare organization, with 12 hospitals, over 29,000 employees, 4,500 physicians and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. With internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences, Baptist Health is supported by philanthropy and driven by its faith-based mission of medical excellence. For 26 years, we've been named one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, and in the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital Rankings, Baptist Health was the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida, earning 63 high-performing honors.
What truly sets us apart is our people. At Baptist Health, we create personal connections with our colleagues that go beyond the workplace, and we form meaningful relationships with patients and their families that extend beyond delivering care. Many of us have walked in our patients' shoes ourselves and that shared experience fuels our commitment to compassion and quality. Our culture is rooted in purpose, and every team member plays a part in making a positive impact – because when it comes to caring for people, we're all in.
At Baptist Health, we’re committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their journey, both personally and professionally. Our approach is rooted in a “grow our own” philosophy, designed to help our team members build meaningful, long-term careers with us, supported by benefits that make a real difference, including:
- Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support
- Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
- A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
- Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement
- And so much more
Together, these benefits and others reflect our commitment to caring for our people, so they can build fulfilling careers with us while making a meaningful impact every day.
DESCRIPTION:
The Respiratory Intern acquires additional knowledge and clinical experience before completing his/her education in a CoARC-approved respiratory care program. The Respiratory Intern performs basic respiratory procedures under the direct supervision of the State of Florida licensed staff respiratory therapist. The procedures performed will be equivalent to the current level of required skills in their clinical rotation. The Respiratory Intern is responsible for adhering to all required standards of respiratory care and promoting teamwork among co-workers.
QUALIFICATIONS
Degrees:
- High School, Certificate of completion, GED, Training, Experience.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Basic Life Support.
Additional Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapy program, in good standing, completed at least one clinical rotation and, within 15 months of completing a certified, and or registered respiratory therapy program.
Minimum Required Experience: No Experience Required
EOE, including disability/vets
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Get Access To All JobsClinical Counselor CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Counselor practicum qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your counseling degree program requires a supervised clinical practicum or internship as a graduation requirement. CPT must be an integral part of your established curriculum, and your DSO must authorize the specific employer and position before you begin any work. Part-time CPT, which is under 20 hours per week, doesn't affect your OPT eligibility, but full-time CPT used for 12 months or more eliminates your post-completion OPT entirely.
Can I do CPT at a private therapy practice instead of a large agency?
You can, but private practices present a higher documentation burden. Your DSO will need proof that the site provides qualified clinical supervision meeting your state licensure board's requirements, and many private practices aren't familiar with I-20 amendment paperwork. Larger mental health agencies, hospital systems, and university counseling centers are more accustomed to hosting F-1 students and can complete employer verification steps faster.
What happens to my CPT authorization if my practicum site changes mid-semester?
You must stop working immediately and notify your DSO before transferring to a new site. CPT is authorized for a specific employer and location, not for a general counseling role. Your DSO will need to issue an amended I-20 listing the new employer's details before you can begin hours at the new site. Starting at the new site without an updated I-20 is an unauthorized employment violation.
How do I find Clinical Counselor employers who are open to F-1 CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate to identify counseling organizations with documented visa filing history, which signals familiarity with international work authorization processes. Beyond that, university career centers often maintain lists of approved clinical training sites that have previously hosted F-1 students. Look specifically for agencies that list 'CSWE-accredited internship' or 'APA-approved training site' in their job postings, as those programs already have structured onboarding for supervised clinical positions.
Does CPT as a Clinical Counselor count toward state licensure hours?
It depends entirely on your state's licensure board. Many states, including California and New York, count supervised practicum hours completed under a licensed clinical supervisor toward LPC, LCSW, or LMFT licensure requirements, regardless of your visa status. Confirm with your state's licensing board before accepting a CPT position that the supervision structure and supervisor credentials meet their specific standards, because not all site supervisors qualify even if the hours are valid for CPT purposes.