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Behavioral Health Clinician roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, or psychology. Community mental health centers, hospital systems, and integrated care networks are among the most active H-1B sponsors for this role across the U.S.
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1325 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87112-5046
Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 1.00
Summary
The Behavioral Health Clinician will provide assessment and evidenced-based care to individuals, families, and groups in a variety of settings. This individual will be part of a comprehensive Behavioral Health team that services consultation and liaison in the Emergency Departments and inpatient units of medical facilities, as well as the clinical intake, inpatient psychiatric units, and outpatient clinics within the Behavioral Health Service Line and Primary Care Service Lines.
Job Description:
At Presbyterian, it's not just what we do that matters. It's how we do it.
Presbyterian Medical Group seeks an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) to join our established Behavioral Health Program in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This clinic-based therapy role with our adult behavioral health clinic team will focus on individual therapy with adults who have varying diagnoses. The Presbyterian Behavioral Health therapy model is goal oriented-evidence based treatment. We offer therapy patients goal-oriented treatment and focus on behavioral models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy using solution focused therapies and evidence-based treatments such as cognitive processing and exposure therapy.
We're all about well-being, starting with yours. We offer a nationally competitive salary, CME allowance and fully paid malpractice insurance. Sign-on bonus available for two-year commitment to be at the clinic location.
Dedicated to improving the health of our community, Behavioral Health at Presbyterian offers treatment for lasting recovery from substance abuse, behavioral health conditions and psychiatric emergencies. Our full-service program supports adults, children and adolescents, and includes inpatient services, a multidisciplinary outpatient clinic, emergency and consultative services and behavioral medicine services embedded in primary care.
- The Behavioral Health Clinician, as part of an integrated care team, identifies, triages, and manages patients with behavioral health problems within a variety of settings. In addition, this individual will provide skill training through patient education strategies and will develop specific behavioral health change plans for individual patients and behavioral health protocols for target populations.
- Performs counseling and case management for each patient assigned, including: assessment; diagnosis; planning care; intervention (including counseling patients/significant others, facilitating brief psychotherapy and educational groups, planning discharges); evaluation (including identifying unmet or new therapy services).
- Demonstrates the therapeutic core conditions of genuineness, empathy and positive regard when interacting with patients and significant others, according to generally accepted clinical practice.
- Performs risk management documentation and follow-up action requirements, e.g. responding to patient complaints, contributing to completion of Problem Resolution Report and Report of Adverse Risk Event (R.A.R.E).
- Recommends program cost control measures to supervisor.
- Participates in the internal Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process, such as peer review, audits, Joint Commission survey preparation, and implementation of clinical paths.
- Selects and gives clinical supervision to Adjunctive Therapists and student interns to ensure these individuals practice appropriate behavior- and skill-based competencies for each of these positions.
- Keeps an accurate, complete and current status of documentation onto the patients chart.
- Recommends safety and therapeutic quality measures for unit areas or rooms to charge nurse.
- Conveys professional role model example for other staff through quality of own clinical practice; work habits; availing self to others as a consultant on clinical issues; attending ongoing internal and external professional development events.
- Performs other functions as required.
Additional Job Description:
Masters Degree
NM LCSW or LPCC
We offer more than the standard benefits!
Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more! In addition, we offer all employees a robust, day one effective benefits plan consisting of medical, dental, vision and more. Exceptional retirement plans - 403b retirement savings program with both matching programs and employer contributions.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
Presbyterian is not just a great place to practice medicine, it's where you'll find a different way to make a difference. Our commitment to safe, high-quality care is at the heart of everything we do. Here's a glimpse of what sets us apart:
- Technology and digital platforms allow our clinicians to focus on meaningful work and reduce friction in your practice.
- Innovative care models improve access and free providers to focus on our patients. Clinicians spend more time connecting patients with affordable, innovative solutions that keep them healthy.
- All employees have a Strongline silent alarm badge to help you be - and feel - safer at work.
- The RESET program is a multi-day immersive retreat designed for clinicians, fostering personal and professional growth. Through interactive sessions, self-reflection, and peer support, participants gain insights, tools, and practices to enhance well-being, resilience, and intentional living.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services:
Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with over 14,000 employees - including 1,200 providers and 4,000 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 600,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and Commercial health plans.
About Our Regional Delivery System
Presbyterian's Regional Delivery System is a network of six hospitals and medical centers throughout rural New Mexico including locations in Clovis, Espanola, Ruidoso, Santa Fe, Socorro and Tucumcari. Our regional facilities are home to more than 1,600 clinical and non-clinical employees who help make Presbyterian the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 statewide employees. With a variety of services ranging from general surgery to pediatrics to heart and cancer care, our regional employees are proud to provide close-to-home care for their communities.
Living and Working in New Mexico
Beyond the professional advantages, living in New Mexico offers a unique blend of culture, outdoor adventures, and a diverse community.
- Cultural richness. Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of New Mexico, from historic adobe structures to vibrant festivals celebrating our diverse heritage.
- Outdoor paradise. With over 300 days of sunshine annually, indulge in outdoor activities ranging from hiking the Sandia Mountains to skiing in nearby Taos.
- Community spirit. Our communities are known for their warmth and hospitality, making your transition seamless and enjoyable.
Learn more about New Mexico.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Location Address:
1325 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87112-5046
Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 1.00
Summary
The Behavioral Health Clinician will provide assessment and evidenced-based care to individuals, families, and groups in a variety of settings. This individual will be part of a comprehensive Behavioral Health team that services consultation and liaison in the Emergency Departments and inpatient units of medical facilities, as well as the clinical intake, inpatient psychiatric units, and outpatient clinics within the Behavioral Health Service Line and Primary Care Service Lines.
Job Description:
At Presbyterian, it's not just what we do that matters. It's how we do it.
Presbyterian Medical Group seeks an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) to join our established Behavioral Health Program in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This clinic-based therapy role with our adult behavioral health clinic team will focus on individual therapy with adults who have varying diagnoses. The Presbyterian Behavioral Health therapy model is goal oriented-evidence based treatment. We offer therapy patients goal-oriented treatment and focus on behavioral models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy using solution focused therapies and evidence-based treatments such as cognitive processing and exposure therapy.
We're all about well-being, starting with yours. We offer a nationally competitive salary, CME allowance and fully paid malpractice insurance. Sign-on bonus available for two-year commitment to be at the clinic location.
Dedicated to improving the health of our community, Behavioral Health at Presbyterian offers treatment for lasting recovery from substance abuse, behavioral health conditions and psychiatric emergencies. Our full-service program supports adults, children and adolescents, and includes inpatient services, a multidisciplinary outpatient clinic, emergency and consultative services and behavioral medicine services embedded in primary care.
- The Behavioral Health Clinician, as part of an integrated care team, identifies, triages, and manages patients with behavioral health problems within a variety of settings. In addition, this individual will provide skill training through patient education strategies and will develop specific behavioral health change plans for individual patients and behavioral health protocols for target populations.
- Performs counseling and case management for each patient assigned, including: assessment; diagnosis; planning care; intervention (including counseling patients/significant others, facilitating brief psychotherapy and educational groups, planning discharges); evaluation (including identifying unmet or new therapy services).
- Demonstrates the therapeutic core conditions of genuineness, empathy and positive regard when interacting with patients and significant others, according to generally accepted clinical practice.
- Performs risk management documentation and follow-up action requirements, e.g. responding to patient complaints, contributing to completion of Problem Resolution Report and Report of Adverse Risk Event (R.A.R.E).
- Recommends program cost control measures to supervisor.
- Participates in the internal Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process, such as peer review, audits, Joint Commission survey preparation, and implementation of clinical paths.
- Selects and gives clinical supervision to Adjunctive Therapists and student interns to ensure these individuals practice appropriate behavior- and skill-based competencies for each of these positions.
- Keeps an accurate, complete and current status of documentation onto the patients chart.
- Recommends safety and therapeutic quality measures for unit areas or rooms to charge nurse.
- Conveys professional role model example for other staff through quality of own clinical practice; work habits; availing self to others as a consultant on clinical issues; attending ongoing internal and external professional development events.
- Performs other functions as required.
Additional Job Description:
Masters Degree
NM LCSW or LPCC
We offer more than the standard benefits!
Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more! In addition, we offer all employees a robust, day one effective benefits plan consisting of medical, dental, vision and more. Exceptional retirement plans - 403b retirement savings program with both matching programs and employer contributions.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
Presbyterian is not just a great place to practice medicine, it's where you'll find a different way to make a difference. Our commitment to safe, high-quality care is at the heart of everything we do. Here's a glimpse of what sets us apart:
- Technology and digital platforms allow our clinicians to focus on meaningful work and reduce friction in your practice.
- Innovative care models improve access and free providers to focus on our patients. Clinicians spend more time connecting patients with affordable, innovative solutions that keep them healthy.
- All employees have a Strongline silent alarm badge to help you be - and feel - safer at work.
- The RESET program is a multi-day immersive retreat designed for clinicians, fostering personal and professional growth. Through interactive sessions, self-reflection, and peer support, participants gain insights, tools, and practices to enhance well-being, resilience, and intentional living.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services:
Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with over 14,000 employees - including 1,200 providers and 4,000 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 600,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and Commercial health plans.
About Our Regional Delivery System
Presbyterian's Regional Delivery System is a network of six hospitals and medical centers throughout rural New Mexico including locations in Clovis, Espanola, Ruidoso, Santa Fe, Socorro and Tucumcari. Our regional facilities are home to more than 1,600 clinical and non-clinical employees who help make Presbyterian the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 statewide employees. With a variety of services ranging from general surgery to pediatrics to heart and cancer care, our regional employees are proud to provide close-to-home care for their communities.
Living and Working in New Mexico
Beyond the professional advantages, living in New Mexico offers a unique blend of culture, outdoor adventures, and a diverse community.
- Cultural richness. Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of New Mexico, from historic adobe structures to vibrant festivals celebrating our diverse heritage.
- Outdoor paradise. With over 300 days of sunshine annually, indulge in outdoor activities ranging from hiking the Sandia Mountains to skiing in nearby Taos.
- Community spirit. Our communities are known for their warmth and hospitality, making your transition seamless and enjoyable.
Learn more about New Mexico.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Behavioral Health Clinician
Verify your licensure transfers across state lines
Your H-1B petition is tied to a specific work location. If your employer operates in multiple states, confirm your clinical license is valid in each state before USCIS files, since unlicensed practice can trigger an RFE.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Labor Condition Application filings under SOC code 21-1018 for Behavioral Health Counselors. This tells you which employers have actively sponsored clinicians in your target city, not just which ones post open roles.
Target employers with E-Verify enrollment
STEM OPT and H-1B extensions both require E-Verify enrollment. Prioritize mental health organizations already enrolled, since non-enrolled employers face a longer onboarding path before your petition can proceed.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified H-1B sponsors
Search Behavioral Health Clinician roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history in this occupation. You'll skip the guesswork of cold-applying to organizations that rarely or never sponsor.
Clarify supervision requirements before the offer
Many states require post-degree supervised clinical hours before full licensure. If you're still in a supervised practice period when the offer comes, confirm the employer will maintain your H-1B status through the supervised phase, not just after licensure.
Request premium processing on the I-129 early
Behavioral health roles often have hard start dates tied to caseload or grant funding cycles. Ask your employer to file with premium processing so USCIS adjudicates the I-129 within 15 business days, protecting your agreed start date.
H-1B Visa Behavioral Health Clinician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Behavioral Health Clinician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS recognizes Behavioral Health Clinician positions as specialty occupations when the employer requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as social work, counseling, clinical psychology, or marriage and family therapy. The O*NET profile for this occupation confirms the typical education requirement. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree without a field requirement can face RFEs, so verify the job description specifies a relevant discipline before applying.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Behavioral Health Clinicians?
Federally Qualified Health Centers, nonprofit community mental health organizations, hospital-based behavioral health departments, and integrated primary care networks are the most frequent H-1B sponsors for this role. These employers often rely on federal or state grant funding, which provides budget predictability for multi-year sponsorship. You can browse clinician roles at verified sponsors on Migrate Mate, filtered by employers with active LCA filing history in behavioral health occupations.
How does state clinical licensure affect my H-1B petition as a Behavioral Health Clinician?
Your H-1B is location-specific, and practicing clinical work without the appropriate state license can jeopardize both your petition and your employment. If your employer files an amended H-1B to add a new work location in a different state, you'll need a valid license in that state before you begin work there. Some states offer temporary or provisional licenses for candidates completing supervised hours, but USCIS will scrutinize whether your credentials meet the specialty occupation standard for the state in question.
Can a nonprofit behavioral health organization sponsor an H-1B?
Yes, and nonprofits affiliated with a university or government research institution may qualify as cap-exempt employers, which means they can file an H-1B petition year-round without competing in the annual lottery. Community mental health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers sometimes qualify under this exemption. Confirm the employer's cap-exempt status with USCIS before the offer stage, since it significantly affects your timeline and removes lottery risk entirely.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm still completing supervised clinical hours toward full licensure?
USCIS can approve an H-1B for a role that requires supervised practice as part of a defined licensure pathway, provided the employer confirms the position still meets specialty occupation standards during that phase. The employer must maintain your H-1B status continuously through the supervised period. Clarify this commitment in writing before signing an offer, since some organizations inadvertently structure offers assuming full licensure at start date, which can create compliance gaps.