Mental Health Jobs in Alabama

Mental Health jobs in Alabama are concentrated in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Montgomery, where community mental health centers, hospital systems, and VA facilities drive consistent demand for counselors, therapists, and psychiatric professionals at every experience level. Large employers with a lasting presence in the state include UAB Health System, Altapointe Health, and the Alabama Department of Mental Health, which together operate dozens of outpatient clinics, inpatient units, and community-based programs statewide. The most in-demand specialties are substance use counseling, child and adolescent therapy, and crisis intervention services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles69
Top employerNaphcare
Top cityMontgomery, AL
Cities hiring32
Work type70% On-site
Top credentialCPR Certification

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Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center
Mental Health Tech Nights 8p-8a
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Mental Health Tech Nights 8p-8a
Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center
Dothan, Alabama
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
Bachelor's degree in psychology
201-500

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Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center
Mental Health Tech Days 8a-8p
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Mental Health Tech Days 8a-8p
Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center
Dothan, Alabama
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
Bachelor's degree in psychology
201-500

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TeamHealth
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner In Montgomery, AL
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner In Montgomery, AL
TeamHealth
Montgomery, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$92k - $159k/yr
10,000+

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Perimeter Healthcare
Mental Health Technician- PRN Day and Night Shift
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Mental Health Technician- PRN Day and Night Shift
Perimeter Healthcare
Luverne, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Addus HomeCare
Mental Health Careviger
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Addus HomeCare
Mobile, Alabama
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Mental Health Jobs by City in Alabama

Where Alabama roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Montgomery
10 jobs
Dothan
7 jobs
Birmingham
6 jobs
Mobile
4 jobs
Union Springs
4 jobs
Jasper
3 jobs
Tuscaloosa
3 jobs
Atmore
2 jobs
Harvest
2 jobs

Mental Health Job Market in Alabama

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

Who's Hiring

  • Naphcare
    Naphcare19
  • SpectraCare Health Systems
    SpectraCare Health Systems6
  • Addus HomeCare
    Addus HomeCare5
  • NORTHWEST ALABAMA MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
    NORTHWEST ALABAMA MENTAL HEALTH CENTER3
  • Baptist Health
    Baptist Health2

What Alabama Employers Look For

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

  • Active Alabama licensure as an LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or licensed psychologist through the appropriate Alabama board
  • Master's degree or higher in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related behavioral health field
  • Experience providing direct clinical services in an outpatient, inpatient, or community mental health setting
  • Proficiency in evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
  • Ability to complete clinical documentation accurately within electronic health record systems
  • Current CPR certification and satisfactory completion of a background check prior to employment

Mental Health Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mental health in Alabama?

Licensure in Alabama is issued by the Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling, the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners, or the Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology, depending on your discipline. Most clinical roles require a master's degree, supervised postgraduate hours, and a passing score on the relevant national exam such as the NCE, LMSW, or EPPP. Alabama also recognizes licensure by endorsement for practitioners already licensed in another state.

Which companies hire mental healths in Alabama?

Employers hiring mental healths in Alabama right now include Naphcare, SpectraCare Health Systems, and Addus HomeCare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Alabama's largest mental health employers tend to be integrated health systems, state-funded community mental health centers, and VA medical centers serving veterans in areas such as Birmingham and Tuscaloosa.

Which Alabama cities have the most mental health jobs?

Montgomery, Dothan, and Birmingham account for the largest share of mental health openings in Alabama. Birmingham leads because of its dense concentration of hospital systems and community behavioral health organizations, while Huntsville's rapid population growth and Redstone Arsenal presence have expanded both outpatient and veterans' mental health services, and Montgomery's state government agencies and Department of Mental Health facilities anchor hiring in the capital.

Are there remote mental health jobs in Alabama?

Yes, and more than many clinical fields, because telehealth has been widely adopted in outpatient counseling and therapy settings. About 30% of mental health openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the expansion of teletherapy platforms and community mental health programs that serve rural areas of the state. Roles focused on direct crisis intervention or inpatient care remain largely on-site.

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

The most realistic entry path is a post-degree supervised internship or practicum placement, which large Alabama employers such as Altapointe Health and UAB Health System regularly offer to recent graduates accumulating licensure hours. Entry-level roles like mental health technician, case manager, or psychiatric rehabilitation specialist are common stepping stones that do not require full licensure. Completing Alabama's provisional licensure process early and building experience in a community mental health center or state facility will give candidates a clear competitive edge.

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

You can find and apply to mental health jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and preferred setting, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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