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Clinical Counselor roles qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when tied to a relevant degree in counseling, psychology, or social work. Australian professionals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in the H-1B lottery, and many U.S. healthcare systems and behavioral health networks have established sponsorship processes for licensed counseling staff.
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Get Access To All JobsWe’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Fully remote in the USA.
Training Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 pm EST
Permanent Shift: Sunday-Thursday 8:00 AM-4:30 pm EST
Aetna Mental Well-being is reimagining how mental health is delivered with a unified, tech-enabled approach for our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Resources for Living. The EAP Clinical Counselor plays a vital role in Aetna Mental Wellbeing’s commitment to delivering timely, high-quality mental health care. This position transforms access to mental health support by providing members with an immediate, 24/7 connection via video, live chat, or phone. We are seeking candidates who share our passion for delivering industry-leading mental health services to people nationwide.
Required Qualifications
- 1+ year of hands-on crisis intervention experience involving real-time de-escalation and risk assessment.
- Valid unrestricted independent professional behavioral health clinical license to practice per state regulations in the state they reside in/ one or more or equivalent is required: LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LMHC, LCMHC, LICSW, LISW, Clinical Psychologist.
- 24x7x365 call center coverage needed, holiday coverage may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1+ years of EAP, Behavioral Health or Social Services experience.
- 2+ years of crisis intervention skills.
- Familiarity with brief therapy models (Single Session Consultation is very helpful) and Motivational Interviewing.
- Call center work experience.
- Experience in delivering services via multiple platforms (chat, video, phone).
- Strong rapport-building skills.
- Experience facilitating positive behavior changes.
- Strong computer and literacy skills.
- Experience in handling mental health, psychiatric care, family situations and relationship concerns preferred.
Education
Master’s Degree in behavioral health counseling profession.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$54,095.00 - $142,576.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 04/29/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Fully remote in the USA.
Training Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 pm EST
Permanent Shift: Sunday-Thursday 8:00 AM-4:30 pm EST
Aetna Mental Well-being is reimagining how mental health is delivered with a unified, tech-enabled approach for our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Resources for Living. The EAP Clinical Counselor plays a vital role in Aetna Mental Wellbeing’s commitment to delivering timely, high-quality mental health care. This position transforms access to mental health support by providing members with an immediate, 24/7 connection via video, live chat, or phone. We are seeking candidates who share our passion for delivering industry-leading mental health services to people nationwide.
Required Qualifications
- 1+ year of hands-on crisis intervention experience involving real-time de-escalation and risk assessment.
- Valid unrestricted independent professional behavioral health clinical license to practice per state regulations in the state they reside in/ one or more or equivalent is required: LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LMHC, LCMHC, LICSW, LISW, Clinical Psychologist.
- 24x7x365 call center coverage needed, holiday coverage may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1+ years of EAP, Behavioral Health or Social Services experience.
- 2+ years of crisis intervention skills.
- Familiarity with brief therapy models (Single Session Consultation is very helpful) and Motivational Interviewing.
- Call center work experience.
- Experience in delivering services via multiple platforms (chat, video, phone).
- Strong rapport-building skills.
- Experience facilitating positive behavior changes.
- Strong computer and literacy skills.
- Experience in handling mental health, psychiatric care, family situations and relationship concerns preferred.
Education
Master’s Degree in behavioral health counseling profession.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$54,095.00 - $142,576.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 04/29/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Counselor
Verify your credentials translate for U.S. licensure
Australian counseling qualifications must map to state licensure requirements before any employer can sponsor you. Check your target state's licensing board early, some require supervised U.S. hours that your Australian experience won't automatically satisfy.
Target employers with behavioral health infrastructure
Hospital systems, community mental health centers, and veterans' affairs networks sponsor clinical counselors more consistently than private practices. These organizations have HR and legal teams already familiar with the E-3 specialty occupation requirement and LCA process.
Clarify specialty occupation framing in your offer letter
The offer letter must confirm your role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, or a directly related field. A vague job title like 'Counselor' without that degree tie-in weakens the specialty occupation case at the consulate.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA and paperwork
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. The LCA must be DOL-certified before your consulate appointment, and errors in prevailing wage classification are the most common delay for counseling roles.
Disclose your E-3 status early in offer negotiations
Bring up E-3 sponsorship before the written offer stage. U.S. employers often conflate it with H-1B, assuming a lottery or multi-year wait. Clarifying the E-3 timeline upfront prevents late-stage sponsorship refusals from employers who'd otherwise proceed.
Prepare for consulate questions on nonimmigrant intent
Consular officers assess whether you intend to return to Australia after your assignment. Bring documentation showing ties to Australia alongside your employment contract, LCA, and degree credentials to address nonimmigrant intent questions directly.
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Find Clinical Counselor JobsClinical Counselor E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Clinical Counselor jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Searching through general job boards returns mixed results because most listings don't flag E-3 eligibility separately from H-1B. Migrate Mate filters for employers actively hiring Australians under the E-3, so you're not cold-applying to organizations that have never sponsored the visa.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Clinical Counselor role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a directly related field. The employer must document that the position normally requires this degree, not just that it's preferred. Roles titled broadly, such as 'case manager' or 'support counselor,' may not meet the threshold without a clear degree-field connection.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for Clinical Counselor roles?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no numerical cap that blocks applications mid-year. H-1B registration opens once annually, and selection is random at roughly 25 percent. For clinical counselors, this means you can start the E-3 process as soon as you have an offer, with consulate appointments often scheduled within weeks rather than waiting up to a year for an H-1B start date.
Does my Australian counseling license transfer to the United States?
No direct reciprocity exists between Australian and U.S. counseling licenses. Each state sets its own licensure requirements, and most require supervised clinical hours completed under a U.S.-licensed supervisor, a state-approved application, and a passing score on the National Counselor Examination. Some states grant provisional licensure while you complete remaining hours, which can allow employment to begin under supervision.
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