H-1B Visa Mental Health Specialist Jobs
Mental Health Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, or social work. Employers in hospital systems, community health centers, and behavioral health networks regularly file LCAs and sponsor H-1B petitions for these positions.
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Get Access To All JobsJoin Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change
At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.
Benefits at Eliot
We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:
- Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
- Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
- Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
- Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
- Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development
Eliot is seeking dedicated Mental Health Specialists II to join our team in providing Respite services to adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses. Eliot’s Respite program is a short term restorative service that assists clients with obtaining and maintaining community living. As a Respite Mental Health Specialist, you will be responsible for providing individualized supports that assist with stabilization and successful community transition. Our ideal candidate will have the skills to establish supportive relationships, excellent communication, crisis management, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities:
- Assist clients with skill development for activities of daily living
- Collaborate with clients and staff to develop and achieve short term goals
- Provide interventions focused on problem-solving, crisis management, skills training, behavior modeling, optimism, and encouragement
- Assist clients with developing coping skills to include medication administration
- Support clients in accessing and utilizing community resources and services to include the participation in community activities
- Administer and monitor consumer medications in accordance with agency, DMH and DPH regulations, policies, and procedures
- Maintain CPR, First Aid, MAP and other training certifications as required by the agency and DMH
Qualifications
- Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field
- Experience working with adults with mental illness
- Valid Massachusetts drivers license
Schedule:
- Sunday-Thursday, 3pm-11pm
- Sunday 8am-6pm, Monday 9am-7pm, Friday 9am-7pm, Saturday 8am-6pm (40 hrs)
Hourly Rate: $20.50 USD - $20.50 USD
At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.
Apply today and make a difference.
Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change
At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.
Benefits at Eliot
We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:
- Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
- Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
- Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
- Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
- Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development
Eliot is seeking dedicated Mental Health Specialists II to join our team in providing Respite services to adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses. Eliot’s Respite program is a short term restorative service that assists clients with obtaining and maintaining community living. As a Respite Mental Health Specialist, you will be responsible for providing individualized supports that assist with stabilization and successful community transition. Our ideal candidate will have the skills to establish supportive relationships, excellent communication, crisis management, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities:
- Assist clients with skill development for activities of daily living
- Collaborate with clients and staff to develop and achieve short term goals
- Provide interventions focused on problem-solving, crisis management, skills training, behavior modeling, optimism, and encouragement
- Assist clients with developing coping skills to include medication administration
- Support clients in accessing and utilizing community resources and services to include the participation in community activities
- Administer and monitor consumer medications in accordance with agency, DMH and DPH regulations, policies, and procedures
- Maintain CPR, First Aid, MAP and other training certifications as required by the agency and DMH
Qualifications
- Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field
- Experience working with adults with mental illness
- Valid Massachusetts drivers license
Schedule:
- Sunday-Thursday, 3pm-11pm
- Sunday 8am-6pm, Monday 9am-7pm, Friday 9am-7pm, Saturday 8am-6pm (40 hrs)
Hourly Rate: $20.50 USD - $20.50 USD
At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.
Apply today and make a difference.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Mental Health Specialist
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the Mental Health Specialist role. A general psychology bachelor's usually qualifies, but a business or unrelated degree paired with counseling experience may trigger an RFE. Check your transcript alignment before applying.
Use OFLC Wage Search to set salary expectations
Look up the prevailing wage for Mental Health Specialist under SOC code 21-1023 in your target metro before negotiating an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above that level, so knowing the floor protects you during negotiations.
Target employers with cap-exempt H-1B filing history
Nonprofit mental health clinics, university counseling centers, and federally qualified health centers often qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. That means they can file year-round without waiting for the April lottery window, giving you faster sponsorship access.
Find verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Search Mental Health Specialist roles on Migrate Mate to filter employers by confirmed LCA filing history. This shows you which organizations have actively sponsored this role before, cutting the guesswork out of identifying real sponsorship opportunities.
Confirm state licensure portability before accepting an offer
Many Mental Health Specialist roles require state licensure, and your current license may not transfer automatically. Confirm reciprocity or endorsement timelines with the new state's licensing board before your employer files the I-129, since USCIS scrutinizes unlicensed clinical hires.
Request premium processing if your start date is firm
If you're transitioning from OPT or another status with a hard expiration, ask your employer to file with premium processing. USCIS targets a 15-business-day adjudication window, which reduces the risk of a status gap before your Mental Health Specialist role begins.
H-1B Visa Mental Health Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Mental Health Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Mental Health Specialist positions typically qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as psychology, clinical social work, or counseling. USCIS evaluates whether the degree requirement is standard for the role in the industry, so job postings that specify a degree field strengthen the petition. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree, regardless of field, are more vulnerable to an RFE.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Mental Health Specialists?
Hospital systems, behavioral health networks, community mental health centers, and university counseling programs are the most active sponsors. Federally qualified health centers and nonprofit clinical organizations often qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning they can file outside the annual lottery. You can browse employers with confirmed LCA filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does state licensure affect my H-1B petition as a Mental Health Specialist?
USCIS expects H-1B petitions for licensed clinical roles to address state licensure requirements. If the role requires a license and you're unlicensed in that state at filing time, your employer may need to demonstrate you're eligible for licensure or that you'll obtain it promptly. Some states offer temporary or provisional licenses that can bridge this gap while your full license is pending.
Can I switch Mental Health Specialist employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer in the same or a similar occupational classification if your I-140 has been approved for 180 days or more. For most H-1B holders without a pending green card, the new employer simply files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can start working as soon as USCIS receives it.
What prevailing wage level should I expect for a Mental Health Specialist H-1B position?
The DOL assigns prevailing wages for Mental Health Specialists under SOC code 21-1023, with four wage levels based on experience and supervisory responsibility. Your employer's LCA must certify the offered wage at or above the applicable level for your work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search tool to look up current wage levels by metro area before your employer submits the LCA.