Mental Health Counselor Jobs in Pennsylvania

Mental Health Counselor jobs in Pennsylvania are among the most active in the Mid-Atlantic region, with consistent demand from community behavioral health centers, hospital systems, and substance use treatment programs at every level from entry-level clinician through senior program director. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown lead hiring volume, with large employers such as Jefferson Health, UPMC Behavioral Health, and Acadia Healthcare maintaining a lasting presence in the state. The most in-demand specialties are substance use disorder counseling, trauma-informed care, and school-based mental health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles19
Top employerClarvida
Top cityPittsburgh, PA
Cities hiring14
Work type50% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Hybrid Setting
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Hybrid Setting
Tice Counseling & Wellness LLC
Hershey, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Hybrid
Master's degree

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor
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Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Lebanon, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$63k - $99k/yr
On-Site
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Pennsylvania Counseling Services
Master's Level Family Counselor (FBMHP) - Family Based Mental Health Therapist
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Master's Level Family Counselor (FBMHP) - Family Based Mental Health Therapist
Pennsylvania Counseling Services
Reading, Pennsylvania
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$57k - $64k/yr
Master's degree in social work
501-1,000

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Pennsylvania Counseling Services
Master's Level Family Counselor (FBMHP) - Family Based Mental Health Therapist
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Master's Level Family Counselor (FBMHP) - Family Based Mental Health Therapist
Pennsylvania Counseling Services
Lebanon, Pennsylvania
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$57k - $64k/yr
Master's degree in social work
501-1,000

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Pennsylvania Counseling Services
Master's Level Family Counselor (FBMHP) - Family Based Mental Health Therapist
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Pennsylvania Counseling Services
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Master's Level Family Counselor (FBMHP) - Family Based Mental Health Therapist
Pennsylvania Counseling Services
Pottsville, Pennsylvania
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$57k - $64k/yr
Master's degree in social work
501-1,000

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Mental Health Counselor Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pittsburgh
3 jobs
Lebanon
2 jobs
Aliquippa
2 jobs
Hershey
1 job
Reading
1 job
White Oak
1 job
Bloomsburg
1 job
Greensburg
1 job
Harrisburg
1 job

Mental Health Counselor Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Clarvida
Clarvida5 open roles
Pennsylvania Counseling Services
Pennsylvania Counseling Services3 open roles
The Children's Home of Pittsburgh
The Children's Home of Pittsburgh2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mental health counselor jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Active Pennsylvania Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) license or LPC Associate status required
  • Master's degree in counseling, clinical psychology, or a closely related field required
  • Experience delivering individual and group therapy in a clinical or community setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
  • Knowledge of evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-focused approaches
  • Ability to complete Act 33 and Act 34 background clearances required by Pennsylvania law

Mental Health Counselor Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mental health counselor in Pennsylvania?

To become a licensed mental health counselor in Pennsylvania, you must earn a master's degree in counseling or a related field and then apply to the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). The path requires completing supervised clinical hours and passing the National Counselor Examination (NCE) or a board-approved equivalent before full LPC licensure is granted.

Which companies hire mental health counselors in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring mental health counselors in Pennsylvania right now include Clarvida, Pennsylvania Counseling Services, and The Children's Home of Pittsburgh, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's dense network of community behavioral health organizations, federally qualified health centers, and large integrated health systems like UPMC and Jefferson Health makes the state one of the more active hiring markets for this role in the region.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most mental health counselor jobs?

The cities with the most mental health counselor openings in Pennsylvania are Pittsburgh, Lebanon, and Aliquippa. Philadelphia dominates because of its concentration of hospital systems, community mental health centers, and university-affiliated clinics, while Pittsburgh draws volume from UPMC's large behavioral health division, and smaller cities like Allentown and Harrisburg reflect strong demand from county-funded outpatient programs and regional health systems serving central and eastern Pennsylvania.

Are there remote mental health counselor jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, and more than most clinical roles, because telehealth has become a mainstream delivery model for outpatient counseling. About 50% of mental health counselor openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting broad adoption of teletherapy platforms across the state. Fully remote positions are most common in outpatient individual therapy, while roles in schools, residential programs, and crisis services almost always require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a mental health counselor in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for an LPC Associate position, which Pennsylvania recognizes as a supervised clinical role that allows you to work toward full licensure while employed. Large employers such as UPMC Behavioral Health and community mental health centers run associate-level and new-clinician cohorts specifically designed for recent graduates. Candidates who have completed a practicum or internship at a Pennsylvania site, hold current Act 33 and Act 34 clearances, and have a certified trainee registration with the State Board stand out most in competitive applicant pools.

Where can I find and apply to mental health counselor jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to mental health counselor jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find the roles that fit your license level, specialty, and preferred region, then apply directly to each employer without any intermediary step.

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