H-1B Visa Marriage And Family Therapist Jobs
Marriage and family therapist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a master's degree in counseling, psychology, or a related field. Most positions are in hospitals, community mental health centers, and group practices, all of which can file H-1B petitions. State licensure requirements add a credential layer you'll need to plan around before your start date.
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Gould Medical Group Seeks Licensed Clinical Social Worker for Modesto, CA. Gould Medical Group is looking for skilled professionals to work in an outpatient mental health clinic, serving a wide variety of mental health disorders for all age ranges. Duties will include individual and group psychotherapy with opportunities for family and couples’ work. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors may apply.
POSITION DETAILS
- Position available in Modesto, CA
- Base salary $100,000-$115,000
- Behavioral Health department consists of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Advanced Practicing Clinicians
- Traditional outpatient long term individual psychotherapy
- Flexible work schedule, but will need to have alternative hours, including some evening work after 5:00pm
- Some telework available onsite
- Call is one week in 23 weeks (phone only)
- Low paperwork demands
- No inpatient work
- Stable and growing group
QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed provider
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with all ages 6+
- Experience providing treatment for patients with eating disorders
JOIN US AND ENJOY
- Retirement Savings Made Easy: Receive 12% of your annual salary as an employer-funded 401(k) contribution (up to IRS limits) with no match requirement and no mandatory employee contribution. Connect with us to learn more about the eligibility for this benefit.
- Annual CME / business expense allowance
- Full health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Group paid malpractice and tail coverage
- Individual and Group Performance Bonus
- Relocation assistance
ORGANIZATION DETAILS
Gould Medical Group is a growing, 600+ clinician multi-specialty group located about two hours east of San Francisco, California. Our communities offer quick access to the bay area as well as other hot spots such as Napa Valley, Yosemite, and Lake Tahoe.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
- Close proximity to the Bay Area but a lower cost of living
- Short driving distance to Yosemite, wine country, Lake Tahoe, Monterey
- Centrally located with quick access to skiing, hiking, surfing, and entertainment venues of various types
- Rapidly growing communities
- Excellent school options
- Average of 260 days of sunshine annually
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
It is the policy of Sutter Health and its partners to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of basis of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within each medical group, company, hospital, department, and service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of Sutter's employment policies and practices.
INTRODUCTION
Gould Medical Group Seeks Licensed Clinical Social Worker for Modesto, CA. Gould Medical Group is looking for skilled professionals to work in an outpatient mental health clinic, serving a wide variety of mental health disorders for all age ranges. Duties will include individual and group psychotherapy with opportunities for family and couples’ work. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors may apply.
POSITION DETAILS
- Position available in Modesto, CA
- Base salary $100,000-$115,000
- Behavioral Health department consists of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Advanced Practicing Clinicians
- Traditional outpatient long term individual psychotherapy
- Flexible work schedule, but will need to have alternative hours, including some evening work after 5:00pm
- Some telework available onsite
- Call is one week in 23 weeks (phone only)
- Low paperwork demands
- No inpatient work
- Stable and growing group
QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed provider
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with all ages 6+
- Experience providing treatment for patients with eating disorders
JOIN US AND ENJOY
- Retirement Savings Made Easy: Receive 12% of your annual salary as an employer-funded 401(k) contribution (up to IRS limits) with no match requirement and no mandatory employee contribution. Connect with us to learn more about the eligibility for this benefit.
- Annual CME / business expense allowance
- Full health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Group paid malpractice and tail coverage
- Individual and Group Performance Bonus
- Relocation assistance
ORGANIZATION DETAILS
Gould Medical Group is a growing, 600+ clinician multi-specialty group located about two hours east of San Francisco, California. Our communities offer quick access to the bay area as well as other hot spots such as Napa Valley, Yosemite, and Lake Tahoe.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
- Close proximity to the Bay Area but a lower cost of living
- Short driving distance to Yosemite, wine country, Lake Tahoe, Monterey
- Centrally located with quick access to skiing, hiking, surfing, and entertainment venues of various types
- Rapidly growing communities
- Excellent school options
- Average of 260 days of sunshine annually
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
It is the policy of Sutter Health and its partners to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of basis of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within each medical group, company, hospital, department, and service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of Sutter's employment policies and practices.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Marriage And Family Therapist
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your master's in marriage and family therapy or a closely related field to directly correspond to the job duties. A degree in an unrelated discipline, even at the graduate level, can trigger an RFE before your petition advances.
Secure state licensure before your H-1B start date
Most states require a licensed marriage and family therapist credential before you can bill insurance or work independently. Confirm your target state's supervised hours requirement early, since some states count only post-degree hours earned under a specific license type.
Target employers with CMHC and hospital billing infrastructure
Community mental health centers and hospital-employed outpatient programs already maintain HR and legal teams familiar with H-1B filings. Group private practices often lack that infrastructure, so ask directly whether they've sponsored before and who handles their immigration filings.
Search LCA filing history on Migrate Mate by occupation code
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications under SOC code 21-1013 for marriage and family therapists. This surfaces real sponsorship activity, not just job postings where employers haven't committed to visa support.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier matches your supervision status
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific metro area under SOC 21-1013. Licensed therapists working independently map to a different wage level than those still completing supervised hours, and misclassification delays DOL certification.
Plan your petition timeline around licensure exam windows
USCIS allows H-1B petitions to be filed up to six months before your start date. If you're sitting for the MFT national exam after graduation, time your job offer and petition filing so your license is in hand or pending before your employment begins.
H-1B Visa Marriage And Family Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a marriage and family therapist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Marriage and family therapist positions qualify because they typically require at least a master's degree in marriage and family therapy, counseling, or a closely related field. USCIS looks at whether the degree requirement is standard for the position across the industry, so roles in licensed clinical settings at hospitals, nonprofits, and accredited behavioral health organizations are the strongest candidates.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for marriage and family therapists?
Community mental health centers, hospital-employed outpatient programs, federally qualified health centers, and university counseling services are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. These organizations have existing HR and legal infrastructure for visa filings. You can search verified employer filing history on Migrate Mate to identify which organizations have active LCA records under the marriage and family therapist occupation code.
Does H-1B status require me to have a state license before I start working?
State licensing requirements interact directly with your H-1B start date. Most states require a valid MFT license or associate license before you can practice, and your employer must certify that you meet all legal requirements for the position in the LCA. If your license is still pending when your H-1B starts, your employer may need to restrict your duties until licensure is complete.
How does the DOL prevailing wage apply to marriage and family therapist H-1B positions?
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for SOC code 21-1013 in your specific metropolitan area, as determined by the OFLC Wage Search. The wage level assigned, Level I through Level IV, reflects your supervision status, clinical autonomy, and years of experience. Employers that underpay relative to your actual duties risk DOL audit, so verify the wage level matches your job description before signing an offer.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B status as a marriage and family therapist?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you change employers after your petition has been pending for 180 days, as long as the new role is in the same or a related specialty occupation. Your new employer must file a new H-1B petition before or when you start. Continuity of licensure in the new state also matters, since practicing without a valid license in your new state could affect both your employment and your visa status.