Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate Jobs

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate jobs are open across community mental health centers, private practices, hospitals, and nonprofit agencies, from entry-level to senior associate, with specializations in trauma, adolescent counseling, and substance use treatment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles314+
Top stateNew York
Top employerOptiMindHealth
Top cityBrooklyn, NY
Work type43% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor
EMBER & ROOT, modern therapy + counseling
Plattsburgh, New York
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$40 - $60/hr
On-Site
Master's degree

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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New 19h ago
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
SMALL STEPS OF THE MIED LLC
Remote
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Remote (US)

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor- Abilene
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor- Abilene
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Abilene, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$66k - $70k/yr
5,001-10,000

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor- Lubbock
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor- Lubbock
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$66k - $70k/yr
5,001-10,000

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Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor Program Manager - PTSD Domiciliary
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Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor Program Manager - PTSD Domiciliary
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Aurora, Colorado
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
$119k - $154k/yr
Hybrid
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • OptiMindHealth51
  • US Department of Veterans Affairs20
  • CHE Behavioral Health Services14
  • BetterHelp12
  • Prosper Health11

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services11
  • Education4
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Science & Research2
  • Non-Profit & Social Services1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in licensed mental health counselor associate jobs.

  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, or a closely related mental health field
  • Active licensed mental health counselor associate credential in the state of employment
  • Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems
  • Experience conducting individual, group, or family therapy under clinical supervision
  • Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and evidence-based treatment modalities
  • Ability to complete timely progress notes and maintain compliance with HIPAA standards

Tips for Your Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate Job Search

Tailor your resume to supervision requirements

Many licensed mental health counselor associate postings specify how many supervised clinical hours are required before full licensure. Call out your current hour count, your supervisor's credentials, and any structured supervision model you're working under so hiring managers can quickly assess your timeline.

Highlight your theoretical orientation explicitly

Employers often hire for specific modalities like CBT, DBT, or trauma-focused approaches. Don't bury your training in a generic skills list. Name the evidence-based models you're trained in and the populations you've used them with, so your application matches the clinical lens the team already uses.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists licensed mental health counselor associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter for supervision structure before applying

Some positions offer robust weekly individual supervision while others rely on group-only models. Before applying, check whether the posting specifies the supervision format, since the structure directly affects your licensure timeline and professional development during your associate period.

Prepare a case conceptualization for interviews

Many licensed mental health counselor associate interviews include a clinical vignette or case presentation component. Practice walking through a de-identified case using your preferred theoretical framework, articulating your diagnostic reasoning, treatment goals, and how you'd adjust the approach if initial interventions weren't working.

Negotiate supervision hours into your offer

Supervision frequency is often negotiable at the offer stage, especially in private practice or group practice settings. Ask directly whether the role includes dedicated individual supervision time, what the supervisor-to-associate ratio looks like, and whether the employer covers any associated licensure examination fees.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most licensed mental health counselor associates?

OptiMindHealth, US Department of Veterans Affairs, and CHE Behavioral Health Services are hiring the most licensed mental health counselor associates right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Florida, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community mental health centers and group private practices tend to post the highest volume of associate-level openings consistently.

How many licensed mental health counselor associate jobs are remote?

About 57% of licensed mental health counselor associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by state due to telehealth licensure compact participation. Associate roles focused on individual adult therapy tend to have the highest share of remote and hybrid options compared to school-based or intensive outpatient positions.

How do you become a licensed mental health counselor associate?

You become a licensed mental health counselor associate by completing a master's degree in counseling or a related field from an accredited program, then applying to your state's licensing board with transcripts and proof of your clinical practicum hours. After your application is approved, you work under a qualified clinical supervisor to accumulate the supervised post-degree hours your state requires before you're eligible to sit for full licensure.

How do you get hired as a licensed mental health counselor associate with little experience?

Community mental health centers and nonprofit agencies are the most common entry points for associate-level candidates with limited post-degree experience, since they're structured to provide supervision and expect to train newer clinicians. Emphasizing your practicum populations, any specialized training in high-demand areas like trauma or substance use, and your willingness to serve underserved caseloads can make your application competitive even with a short professional history.

What does the licensed mental health counselor associate interview process look like?

The interview process for a licensed mental health counselor associate role typically starts with a phone or video screen focused on your supervision needs and licensure timeline, followed by a clinical interview where you'll discuss your theoretical orientation and walk through how you'd approach a case vignette. Some employers, especially group practices, add a second round with the clinical director or the supervisor you'd be working under directly.

Where can I find and apply to licensed mental health counselor associate jobs?

You can find and apply to licensed mental health counselor associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your state license, clinical specialization, and supervision needs, then apply directly to each opening that fits.

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