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Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor jobs are open across community mental health centers, hospital systems, private practices, and behavioral health organizations, from associate-level to clinical director, with specializations in trauma-focused therapy, substance use treatment, and child and adolescent counseling. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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We are an outpatient mental health group family practice consisting of Social Workers, Nurse Practitioners, and Psychiatrists across the New York. We promote cross-collaboration and provide our patients with high-level administrative and clinical experiences which has earned us a 4.8 star rating on Google.
We are looking for a experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with at least 3 years of experience as a Social Worker, to join our team as we provide high quality mental health care to patients in New York.
Why Clearwave Mental Health?
- Flexible Work Schedule - Ability to work telehealth for much of your schedule - most clinicians see patients in the office 2x a week. We accept Full-Time and Part-Time applicants.
- No Hassle - Office staff handles administrative work to allow you to focus on your patients
- Peer Collaboration - Weekly case conferencing and rounds with all clinical staff
- Innovative and Continuous Learning - First practice in the Hudson Valley to offer Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy for treatment resistant depression. You will be working with additional cutting edge treatments and therapies including genetic testing, and Spravato
What we are looking for in an ideal candidate?
- Experience - at least 3 years work experience as a Licensed Social Worker, Minimum of three years experience beyond certification
- Collaborative - Excited to work with a group of clinicians with over 30 years of experience
- A completed masters in social work
- Active LCSW/LMHC license in NY
- Demonstrates proficiency in assessment of client's social and emotional status using effective interviewing skills
- Experience in a mental health or hospital setting
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
About Us
We are an outpatient mental health group family practice consisting of Social Workers, Nurse Practitioners, and Psychiatrists across the New York. We promote cross-collaboration and provide our patients with high-level administrative and clinical experiences which has earned us a 4.8 star rating on Google.
We are looking for a experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with at least 3 years of experience as a Social Worker, to join our team as we provide high quality mental health care to patients in New York.
Why Clearwave Mental Health?
- Flexible Work Schedule - Ability to work telehealth for much of your schedule - most clinicians see patients in the office 2x a week. We accept Full-Time and Part-Time applicants.
- No Hassle - Office staff handles administrative work to allow you to focus on your patients
- Peer Collaboration - Weekly case conferencing and rounds with all clinical staff
- Innovative and Continuous Learning - First practice in the Hudson Valley to offer Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy for treatment resistant depression. You will be working with additional cutting edge treatments and therapies including genetic testing, and Spravato
What we are looking for in an ideal candidate?
- Experience - at least 3 years work experience as a Licensed Social Worker, Minimum of three years experience beyond certification
- Collaborative - Excited to work with a group of clinicians with over 30 years of experience
- A completed masters in social work
- Active LCSW/LMHC license in NY
- Demonstrates proficiency in assessment of client's social and emotional status using effective interviewing skills
- Experience in a mental health or hospital setting
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed clinical mental health counselor jobs.
- Master's degree in clinical mental health counseling or a closely related field
- Active state licensure as LCMHC, LPC, LMHC, or equivalent credential
- Experience with individual, group, or family therapy modalities
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems for clinical documentation
- Knowledge of diagnostic assessment and DSM-based treatment planning
- Experience with specific populations such as adolescents, adults, or substance use clients
Tips for Your Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Job Search
Tailor your resume to licensure level
Hiring managers scan for your specific credential first, so list your LCMHC, LPC, or state-equivalent license prominently near the top. If you hold additional certifications like EMDR or CBT training, name them in a dedicated credentials section rather than burying them in a job description.
Target openings by clinical population
Filter your search by population served, not just job title. A posting for a school-based counselor and one for a community mental health clinician may both say LCMHC but require entirely different clinical experience and documentation habits. Applying to population-matched roles sharpens your cover letter fast.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists licensed clinical mental health counselor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Document supervision hours strategically
If you're accumulating post-graduate supervised hours toward full licensure, spell out your hour count and supervisor credentials in your resume. Many employers hire pre-licensed counselors but need to confirm you're on track, and vague phrasing like 'working toward licensure' rarely answers that question for a hiring manager.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers for clinical roles commonly ask how you'd handle a client in crisis, a mandated reporting situation, or a case where a client stops engaging. Rehearsing two or three detailed clinical scenarios in advance, using real anonymized cases from your practicum or internship, makes those answers concrete and credible.
Negotiate continuing education and supervision support
Beyond base compensation, ask whether the employer covers continuing education credits, licensure renewal fees, or clinical supervision for pre-licensed staff. These benefits vary significantly across employers and directly affect your cost of maintaining licensure, so clarifying them before accepting an offer matters.
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most licensed clinical mental health counselors?
BetterHelp, CHE Behavioral Health Services, and All About Kids are hiring the most licensed clinical mental health counselors right now, with openings concentrated in North Carolina, New York, and New Hampshire, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community mental health organizations and large hospital systems tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many licensed clinical mental health counselor jobs are remote?
About 53% of licensed clinical mental health counselor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the expansion of telehealth across the behavioral health sector. Remote availability is highest for outpatient therapy roles serving adults, while school-based, crisis, and residential positions almost always require in-person presence.
How do you become a licensed clinical mental health counselor?
You earn a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling or a related counseling field from a CACREP-accredited or state-approved program, complete the required supervised post-graduate clinical hours under a licensed supervisor, and pass your state's licensure examination, commonly the NCE or NCMHCE. Requirements vary by state, so confirm your state board's specific hour thresholds and exam prerequisites before beginning supervised practice.
How do you get hired as a licensed clinical mental health counselor with little experience?
Many employers hire candidates who are pre-licensed or newly licensed, particularly community mental health centers, nonprofit behavioral health agencies, and group practices that offer built-in supervision. Highlighting your practicum and internship hours, any specialized population experience, and completed clinical training in evidence-based modalities like CBT or motivational interviewing strengthens your application when your post-licensure work history is limited.
What does the licensed clinical mental health counselor interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial phone or video screen with HR or a recruiter, followed by a clinical interview with a supervisor or department lead that focuses on your theoretical orientation, crisis response experience, and documentation practices. Some employers add a panel interview with other clinicians or ask you to walk through a hypothetical case. Reference checks and credential verification typically happen before a formal offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to licensed clinical mental health counselor jobs?
You can find and apply to licensed clinical mental health counselor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your license level, clinical specialty, and preferred setting, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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