Entry Level Mental Health Counseling Jobs
New grad mental health counseling jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship placements or a supervised practicum can matter more than a long resume. Most openings include on-site and hybrid roles across Education, with employers like Adler University, Keiser University, and Brescia University hiring at this level now.
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University of St. Thomas-Houston School of Education and Human Services
Faculty Position in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track Faculty Position
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMCH) Graduate program at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas, announces one full-time, non-tenure track (10-month) faculty position. Start date for the position is August 1, 2026. We are seeking an individual who shares our vision for training highly competent and effective professional counselors who uphold the highest standards of the profession and encourage the dialogue between faith and reason.
The CMHC program prepares students to serve the community as licensed professional counselors (LPCs). Graduates of the Master of Science (M.S.) in CMHC meet the educational and practical requirements the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors (TSBEPC) for eligibility for LPC licensure. The M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is accredited by CACREP.
The M.S. in CMHC program upholds the core values of the university and professional counseling, with a particular emphasis on the promotion of the highest standards of ethical, legal, and professional conduct; evidence-based clinical practice; respect for and ability to engage with socially and culturally diverse backgrounds; respect for the dignity of all persons; and the ongoing dialogue between faith and reason. The program is poised for leadership and service in Houston, one of America's most culturally diverse centers. Further, the department fosters the growth of students, faculty, and staff, and faculty members receive supportive mentoring from senior faculty.
The position responsibilities include:
- Teaching 7 graduate-level courses per year (usually 3-4 per semester)
- Participation, leadership, and membership within the profession and professional organizations
- Serving on departmental, school, and university committees
- Academic advising and mentoring of graduate students
- Developing and carrying out a productive research agenda in clinical, supervision, or education issues in the professional counseling field
Applicants must:
- Core faculty must meet one of the following qualifications:
- have an earned doctoral degree in counselor education, preferably from a CACREP accredited program; or
- have a related doctoral degree and have been employed as a full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013; or
- have been employed as a full-time doctoral-level faculty member in a CORE-accredited master's program prior to July 1, 2017; or
- have graduated from a rehabilitation doctoral program prior to January 1, 2018.
- Be licensed or license-eligible as a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Texas
- Possess advanced clinical, supervision, and teaching skills,
- Have knowledge of and sustained professional engagement in line with CACREP professional standards,
- Demonstrate the potential for an active and productive program of research,
- Demonstrate emerging professional leadership skills in professional counseling and/or counselor education,
- Demonstrate respect for and ability to engage with a diverse array of worldviews and faith traditions,
- Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the University as expressed in UST's Mission Statement and Ex Corde Ecclesiae.
In order to be considered for this position, each of the following items must be submitted:
- a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position;
- current curriculum vitae;
- philosophy of teaching statement;
- official transcripts,
- three professional references,
- a written statement reflecting on the mission of Catholic higher education in light of Ex Corde Ecclesiae and the integration of counselor education with that mission.
The University of St. Thomas is an equal opportunity employer.
University of St. Thomas-Houston School of Education and Human Services
Faculty Position in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track Faculty Position
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMCH) Graduate program at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas, announces one full-time, non-tenure track (10-month) faculty position. Start date for the position is August 1, 2026. We are seeking an individual who shares our vision for training highly competent and effective professional counselors who uphold the highest standards of the profession and encourage the dialogue between faith and reason.
The CMHC program prepares students to serve the community as licensed professional counselors (LPCs). Graduates of the Master of Science (M.S.) in CMHC meet the educational and practical requirements the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors (TSBEPC) for eligibility for LPC licensure. The M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is accredited by CACREP.
The M.S. in CMHC program upholds the core values of the university and professional counseling, with a particular emphasis on the promotion of the highest standards of ethical, legal, and professional conduct; evidence-based clinical practice; respect for and ability to engage with socially and culturally diverse backgrounds; respect for the dignity of all persons; and the ongoing dialogue between faith and reason. The program is poised for leadership and service in Houston, one of America's most culturally diverse centers. Further, the department fosters the growth of students, faculty, and staff, and faculty members receive supportive mentoring from senior faculty.
The position responsibilities include:
- Teaching 7 graduate-level courses per year (usually 3-4 per semester)
- Participation, leadership, and membership within the profession and professional organizations
- Serving on departmental, school, and university committees
- Academic advising and mentoring of graduate students
- Developing and carrying out a productive research agenda in clinical, supervision, or education issues in the professional counseling field
Applicants must:
- Core faculty must meet one of the following qualifications:
- have an earned doctoral degree in counselor education, preferably from a CACREP accredited program; or
- have a related doctoral degree and have been employed as a full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013; or
- have been employed as a full-time doctoral-level faculty member in a CORE-accredited master's program prior to July 1, 2017; or
- have graduated from a rehabilitation doctoral program prior to January 1, 2018.
- Be licensed or license-eligible as a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Texas
- Possess advanced clinical, supervision, and teaching skills,
- Have knowledge of and sustained professional engagement in line with CACREP professional standards,
- Demonstrate the potential for an active and productive program of research,
- Demonstrate emerging professional leadership skills in professional counseling and/or counselor education,
- Demonstrate respect for and ability to engage with a diverse array of worldviews and faith traditions,
- Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the University as expressed in UST's Mission Statement and Ex Corde Ecclesiae.
In order to be considered for this position, each of the following items must be submitted:
- a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position;
- current curriculum vitae;
- philosophy of teaching statement;
- official transcripts,
- three professional references,
- a written statement reflecting on the mission of Catholic higher education in light of Ex Corde Ecclesiae and the integration of counselor education with that mission.
The University of St. Thomas is an equal opportunity employer.
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Entry Level Mental Health Counseling Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level mental health counseling job?
Employers hiring at this level look for completed or in-progress licensure requirements, supervised clinical hours, and any practicum or internship experience. A clear focus area, such as adolescents, substance use, or community mental health, helps you stand out. Tailoring your application to the population each employer serves, and emphasizing hours logged under supervision, gives entry level candidates a concrete edge over candidates with generic applications.
Which companies hire entry level mental health counselings?
Companies hiring entry level mental health counselings right now include Adler University, Keiser University, and Brescia University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, community mental health centers, nonprofit behavioral health agencies, school districts, and outpatient group practices are among the most consistent sources of entry level openings.
Are there remote entry level mental health counseling jobs?
Yes, though most remote roles at this level require a temporary or full licensure in the state where clients are located. About 40% of entry level mental health counseling openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telehealth platforms and multi-state behavioral health groups driving the majority of those flexible postings for new counselors.
Are these new grad mental health counseling jobs?
Yes. The listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior mental health counseling roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts supervised practicum or internship hours toward requirements, or explicitly states that candidates working toward licensure are encouraged to apply. Searching for those signals in the job description helps new grad applicants identify the right openings quickly.
Which industries hire the most entry level mental health counselings?
Entry Level mental health counseling roles concentrate in Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive the most entry level demand because they carry ongoing federal and state funding mandates for behavioral health services, which keeps hiring active even for candidates still completing licensure hours.