Mental Health Counselor Jobs
Mental Health Counselor jobs are open across community health centers, private practices, hospitals, schools, and telehealth companies, from entry-level associate roles to licensed clinical supervisors, with specializations in trauma, substance use, and child and adolescent counseling. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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What You’ll Do
- Provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families of all ages — from young children and adolescents to adults and geriatrics.
- Manage a diverse caseload (25 billable hours weekly) that may include trauma, co-occurring disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, and more.
- Deliver services in-office, via telehealth, and in community settings such as schools, shelters, residential programs, and individual’s homes.
- Expand access for underserved populations by reducing barriers, preventing missed appointments, and building trust in natural environments.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work (LCSW), or related field.
- Completion of a full-time clinical internship in a mental health setting.
- Licensed or license-eligible in MA.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
Why Join Us?
- Full compensation and benefits package for employees working 32+ hours/week, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.
- Ongoing professional development, including monthly CEU trainings, supervision hours toward licensure, and $200 annually for additional training.
- Supportive team culture with strong clinical supervision and nationwide career advancement opportunities.
- Rewarding, meaningful work impacting the lives of children, adolescents, and families.
- Hybrid schedule with flexibility to balance office, telehealth, and community-based services.
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.
We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.
What You’ll Do
- Provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families of all ages — from young children and adolescents to adults and geriatrics.
- Manage a diverse caseload (25 billable hours weekly) that may include trauma, co-occurring disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, and more.
- Deliver services in-office, via telehealth, and in community settings such as schools, shelters, residential programs, and individual’s homes.
- Expand access for underserved populations by reducing barriers, preventing missed appointments, and building trust in natural environments.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work (LCSW), or related field.
- Completion of a full-time clinical internship in a mental health setting.
- Licensed or license-eligible in MA.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
Why Join Us?
- Full compensation and benefits package for employees working 32+ hours/week, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.
- Ongoing professional development, including monthly CEU trainings, supervision hours toward licensure, and $200 annually for additional training.
- Supportive team culture with strong clinical supervision and nationwide career advancement opportunities.
- Rewarding, meaningful work impacting the lives of children, adolescents, and families.
- Hybrid schedule with flexibility to balance office, telehealth, and community-based services.
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.
We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.
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Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health72
- OptiMindHealth51
- Vinfen34
- US Department of Veterans Affairs34
- LiveWell Homecare Agency33L
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services41
- Education8
- Non-Profit & Social Services5
- Social Media2
- Science & Research2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health counselor jobs.
- Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related clinical field
- Active state licensure or eligibility for licensure (LPC, LMHC, LCPC, or state equivalent)
- Experience with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems for clinical documentation and billing
- Crisis intervention skills and experience conducting suicide risk assessments
- Ability to maintain a full caseload and meet productivity requirements set by the employer
Tips for Your Mental Health Counselor Job Search
List your licensure status clearly upfront
Employers screen fast on licensure, so put your credential line at the top of your resume: state, license type, license number, and expiration date. If you're pre-licensed or working toward full licensure, say that explicitly so you don't get filtered out incorrectly.
Tailor your resume to the population served
A resume for a community mental health center role should emphasize crisis intervention and case management. One for a private group practice should highlight clinical specializations and EHR proficiency. Hiring managers read population fit before they read anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists 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.
Filter openings by supervision availability
If you need supervised hours toward full licensure, only pursue roles that explicitly offer clinical supervision. Ask about supervisor credentials, caseload ratios, and whether supervision hours are documented in a format your state licensing board accepts.
Prepare a brief clinical philosophy statement
Most mental health counselor interviews include a question about your theoretical orientation. Have a two to three sentence answer ready that names your primary modality, explains why you use it, and connects it to the population the employer serves. Vague answers cost candidates offers.
Negotiate caseload size, not just salary
In mental health counseling, caseload size directly affects burnout and documentation time. Before accepting an offer, ask how many active clients you're expected to carry and what the average session documentation turnaround time is. Both are negotiable at many organizations.
Mental Health Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most mental health counselors?
The companies hiring the most mental health counselors right now include LifeStance Health, OptiMindHealth, and Vinfen, with the largest share of openings in New York, Massachusetts, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is consistently strong across community behavioral health organizations, telehealth platforms, and hospital-based outpatient programs.
How many mental health counselor jobs are remote?
About 51% of mental health counselor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though availability varies significantly by role type. Telehealth-focused positions and certain administrative or care coordination roles within behavioral health organizations tend to have the highest share of remote work options compared to in-person clinical or school-based roles.
How do you become a mental health counselor?
You earn a master's degree in counseling or a closely related clinical field, complete the required supervised clinical hours your state mandates, pass your state's licensure exam, and apply for your license. Requirements differ by state, so confirm the exact supervised hour total and approved exam for your state's licensing board before you begin your supervised experience.
Can you get hired as a mental health counselor with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire associate or pre-licensed counselors who are working toward full licensure, particularly in community mental health centers, nonprofits, and group practices that offer built-in supervision. Highlighting your practicum and internship populations, your theoretical orientation, and any crisis training you completed during your graduate program will strengthen an entry-level application significantly.
What does the 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 the supervisor or clinical director where you discuss your theoretical orientation, case conceptualization approach, and experience with the target population. Some employers add a scenario-based question about a crisis situation or ask you to walk through how you handle documentation and caseload management.
Where can I find and apply to mental health counselor jobs?
You can find and apply to mental health counselor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your licensure status, specialization, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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