Mental Health Counselor Jobs in New Hampshire
Mental Health Counselor jobs in New Hampshire are concentrated in Manchester, Concord, and Nashua, where community health centers, hospital systems, and outpatient practices generate the steadiest hiring across substance use, trauma, and school-based counseling. Large established employers including Dartmouth Health, Elliot Health System, and the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services bring on counselors at every level, from newly licensed clinicians to senior case managers. Demand is particularly strong in integrated care settings and community mental health centers throughout the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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PrimeCare Medical is currently looking for a Licensed Social Worker (LMSW/LICSW) or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) to work as a Behavioral Health Professional in the medical department at the Carroll County Department of Corrections in Ossipee, NH.
This a Full-Time, 40-hour position, working on-site Monday - Friday. This is a dual role working with both mental health and MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) patients.
Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct clinical assessments based on referrals and self-referrals. Assessments include documentation of findings, including at a minimum a mental status examination and case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment plan. Makes referrals to psychiatry when appropriate.
- Risk assessments are to be conducted utilizing structured interviews and risk assessment tools. Inmates at risk for suicide and / or engaging in self-harm are managed utilizing existing protocols according to current policy and procedures.
- Serve as the PrimeCare Medical (PCM) mental health liaison for mental health services, outside the facility.
- Facilitates admission and placement of inmates/patients to forensic hospitals when necessary.
- Monitors all mental health services provided.
- Monitors clinical services to ensure that standards of care are in accordance with NCCHC, and accepted psychiatric/ psychological standards.
- Is a member of the Quality Assurance Committee.
- Develops and conducts in-service education programs according to annual in-service calendar.
- Collects data and prepares monthly reports, which reflect performance.
Benefits:
PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to all their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include:
- Salaries are negotiable and commensurate based on experience. Annual Salary range is $75,000.00 - $100,000.00.
- Single and Family health care offered (i.e., medical / prescription / dental / vision).
- Company-paid life insurance provided & additional insurance benefits offered.
- Retirement benefits offered (i.e., 401k with discretionary company match).
- Generous PTO package provided. Paid time off will accrue for a maximum accrual of thirteen (13) days (or 104 hours) per year. In addition, you will also receive six (6) floating holidays, pro-rated within your first year of employment as dictated by your effective hire date.
- Must be licensed as a LCMHC, LMSW/LICSW in the State of New Hampshire.
- Must hold a Master’s degree or greater in Social Work, Psychology, or related Human Service field with a concentration in clinical course work, training and/or experience.
- Minimum of two years of experience.
PrimeCare Medical is currently looking for a Licensed Social Worker (LMSW/LICSW) or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) to work as a Behavioral Health Professional in the medical department at the Carroll County Department of Corrections in Ossipee, NH.
This a Full-Time, 40-hour position, working on-site Monday - Friday. This is a dual role working with both mental health and MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) patients.
Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct clinical assessments based on referrals and self-referrals. Assessments include documentation of findings, including at a minimum a mental status examination and case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment plan. Makes referrals to psychiatry when appropriate.
- Risk assessments are to be conducted utilizing structured interviews and risk assessment tools. Inmates at risk for suicide and / or engaging in self-harm are managed utilizing existing protocols according to current policy and procedures.
- Serve as the PrimeCare Medical (PCM) mental health liaison for mental health services, outside the facility.
- Facilitates admission and placement of inmates/patients to forensic hospitals when necessary.
- Monitors all mental health services provided.
- Monitors clinical services to ensure that standards of care are in accordance with NCCHC, and accepted psychiatric/ psychological standards.
- Is a member of the Quality Assurance Committee.
- Develops and conducts in-service education programs according to annual in-service calendar.
- Collects data and prepares monthly reports, which reflect performance.
Benefits:
PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to all their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include:
- Salaries are negotiable and commensurate based on experience. Annual Salary range is $75,000.00 - $100,000.00.
- Single and Family health care offered (i.e., medical / prescription / dental / vision).
- Company-paid life insurance provided & additional insurance benefits offered.
- Retirement benefits offered (i.e., 401k with discretionary company match).
- Generous PTO package provided. Paid time off will accrue for a maximum accrual of thirteen (13) days (or 104 hours) per year. In addition, you will also receive six (6) floating holidays, pro-rated within your first year of employment as dictated by your effective hire date.
- Must be licensed as a LCMHC, LMSW/LICSW in the State of New Hampshire.
- Must hold a Master’s degree or greater in Social Work, Psychology, or related Human Service field with a concentration in clinical course work, training and/or experience.
- Minimum of two years of experience.
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The qualifications that appear most often in mental health counselor jobs across New Hampshire.
- Active New Hampshire Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) credential or eligibility for licensure
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, or a closely related mental health field
- Experience providing individual and group therapy across diverse client populations
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Ability to conduct diagnostic assessments using DSM criteria
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT or DBT
Mental Health Counselor Jobs in New Hampshire: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health counselor in New Hampshire?
You become a mental health counselor in New Hampshire by earning a master's degree in counseling or a related field and then obtaining licensure through the New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice. The board issues the Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor credential, which requires completing supervised clinical hours and passing the National Counselor Examination. Most New Hampshire employers require this credential or verified eligibility before hiring.
Which companies hire mental health counselors in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire mental health counselor roles are posted by MTC Care, BetterHelp, and LifeStance Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Community mental health centers and integrated health systems across the state tend to be the most consistent sources of full-time openings.
Which New Hampshire cities have the most mental health counselor jobs?
Manchester, Derry, and Exeter have the most mental health counselor openings in New Hampshire. Manchester anchors the market as the state's largest city, with major health systems and community behavioral health agencies based there, while Concord draws openings through state government agencies and Nashua through its growing outpatient and integrated care sector.
Are there remote mental health counselor jobs in New Hampshire?
Yes, and more than many clinical roles, because telehealth has become a standard delivery model for outpatient therapy. About 40% of mental health counselor openings tied to New Hampshire are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting continued growth in virtual care platforms. Individual and group therapy sessions are the parts of the role most frequently conducted remotely.
How can I get hired as a mental health counselor in New Hampshire with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a counselor-in-training or pre-licensed clinician role at a community mental health center, where supervised hours count toward your LCMHC requirement. Organizations like the Community Mental Health Centers across New Hampshire's ten county-based centers regularly bring on candidates who are working toward full licensure. Positions as case managers, behavioral health technicians, or crisis support specialists from those same employers are common lateral moves that build clinical experience. Completing your supervised hours and registering with the New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice as a candidate for licensure gives applicants a clear edge in early-career hiring.
Where can I find and apply to mental health counselor jobs in New Hampshire?
You can find and apply to mental health counselor jobs in New Hampshire on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your credentials and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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