Mental Health Jobs in Montana
Mental Health jobs in Montana are concentrated in community health centers, tribal health programs, and state-run facilities, with steady demand across rural outreach, inpatient care, and school-based services. Billings, Missoula, and Great Falls are the largest hiring markets, home to established employers such as RiverStone Health, Providence St. Patrick Hospital, and the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. The most in-demand specialties are substance use counseling, crisis intervention, and children and family behavioral health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary: At Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch, we count on our Mental Health Workers to support a trauma-informed environment, facilitate, and supervise day-to-day activities of residential programming such as recreational activities, completion of basic living and social skills while assuring the safety of the youth. They serve as a positive role model and mentor to adolescents in treatment. A Mental Health Worker will possess a strong work ethic, reliability, and a desire to help youth with complex emotional and behavioral issues. They should have a passion for this field and be a positive role model and influence the youth.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Implement treatment programming and provide feedback for each child in the unit.
- Maintain a positive, safe, and therapeutic milieu in the treatment unit. Supervise youth at all times while teaching them coping and daily living skills.
- Complete proper treatment documentation on time and consistent with YBGR policies.
- Serve as a liaison to families and agencies responsible for youth in the unit, always providing professional customer service. Responsible for weekly contacts with families/agencies etc.
- Serve as a support person in the therapeutic treatment procedures (recreational, educational, spiritual, social, medical, etc.) assigned by the Program Manager.
- Design and implement psycho-educational groups to increase clients' knowledge and skills.
- Responsible/accountable to the treatment team and YBGR for overall program needs
Current Schedules Open
Saturday and Sunday 7:00am to 3:00pm Monday 11:00am to 5:00pm
Friday 5:00pm to 11:00pm Saturday and Sunday 3:00pm to 11:00pm
Tuesday-Friday 11:00am to 5:00pm
Required Qualifications:
- 21 years old or older
- Criminal / Child Abuse Clearance: Must pass criminal record and child abuse registry background check as required by the State of Montana.
- High School Diploma or GED
Required Abilities/Skills
- Empathy and Compassion: Ability to empathize with the struggles and emotions of youth experiencing mental health challenges, and to provide compassionate care.
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with youth, their families, and other members of the treatment team to facilitate treatment and support plans.
- Boundaries and Professionalism: Understanding of professional boundaries and ethical guidelines in mental health care, including maintaining confidentiality and respecting patient autonomy.
- Documentation Skills: Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records of youth’s interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with YBGR requirements.
- Demonstrate being self-motivated, self-disciplined, and diligent with forward thinking.
- Demonstrate the ability to think of their team over self and define success collectively rather than individually.
- The ability to effectively interact and communicate with others. These skills are essential for building and maintaining relationships, collaborating with colleagues, resolving conflicts, and navigating various social situations.
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Demonstrate the following values.
- Faith - is being sure of successfully achieving our mission, based upon our trust in a loving creator.
- Integrity - doing what is right, putting the needs of others above your own, and living by the highest values.
- Relationship - being committed to one another in a mutually respectful, dignified, healthy, and honoring manner.
- Stewardship is the use of any resource or talent entrusted to YBGR to fulfill the mission and values.
- Willingness and ability to obtain certification in First Aid/CPR and Violence Intervention Prevention.
Position Summary: At Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch, we count on our Mental Health Workers to support a trauma-informed environment, facilitate, and supervise day-to-day activities of residential programming such as recreational activities, completion of basic living and social skills while assuring the safety of the youth. They serve as a positive role model and mentor to adolescents in treatment. A Mental Health Worker will possess a strong work ethic, reliability, and a desire to help youth with complex emotional and behavioral issues. They should have a passion for this field and be a positive role model and influence the youth.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Implement treatment programming and provide feedback for each child in the unit.
- Maintain a positive, safe, and therapeutic milieu in the treatment unit. Supervise youth at all times while teaching them coping and daily living skills.
- Complete proper treatment documentation on time and consistent with YBGR policies.
- Serve as a liaison to families and agencies responsible for youth in the unit, always providing professional customer service. Responsible for weekly contacts with families/agencies etc.
- Serve as a support person in the therapeutic treatment procedures (recreational, educational, spiritual, social, medical, etc.) assigned by the Program Manager.
- Design and implement psycho-educational groups to increase clients' knowledge and skills.
- Responsible/accountable to the treatment team and YBGR for overall program needs
Current Schedules Open
Saturday and Sunday 7:00am to 3:00pm Monday 11:00am to 5:00pm
Friday 5:00pm to 11:00pm Saturday and Sunday 3:00pm to 11:00pm
Tuesday-Friday 11:00am to 5:00pm
Required Qualifications:
- 21 years old or older
- Criminal / Child Abuse Clearance: Must pass criminal record and child abuse registry background check as required by the State of Montana.
- High School Diploma or GED
Required Abilities/Skills
- Empathy and Compassion: Ability to empathize with the struggles and emotions of youth experiencing mental health challenges, and to provide compassionate care.
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with youth, their families, and other members of the treatment team to facilitate treatment and support plans.
- Boundaries and Professionalism: Understanding of professional boundaries and ethical guidelines in mental health care, including maintaining confidentiality and respecting patient autonomy.
- Documentation Skills: Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records of youth’s interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with YBGR requirements.
- Demonstrate being self-motivated, self-disciplined, and diligent with forward thinking.
- Demonstrate the ability to think of their team over self and define success collectively rather than individually.
- The ability to effectively interact and communicate with others. These skills are essential for building and maintaining relationships, collaborating with colleagues, resolving conflicts, and navigating various social situations.
-
Demonstrate the following values.
- Faith - is being sure of successfully achieving our mission, based upon our trust in a loving creator.
- Integrity - doing what is right, putting the needs of others above your own, and living by the highest values.
- Relationship - being committed to one another in a mutually respectful, dignified, healthy, and honoring manner.
- Stewardship is the use of any resource or talent entrusted to YBGR to fulfill the mission and values.
- Willingness and ability to obtain certification in First Aid/CPR and Violence Intervention Prevention.
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The qualifications that appear most often in mental health jobs across Montana.
- Active Montana licensure such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LCPC issued by the Montana Board of Behavioral Health
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a closely related field
- Experience providing direct clinical services in community mental health or inpatient settings
- Proficiency in documentation and electronic health record platforms such as Epic or Credible
- Ability to complete a criminal background check and maintain CPR and first aid certification
- Strong skills in evidence-based practices including CBT, motivational interviewing, or trauma-informed care
Mental Health Jobs in Montana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health professional in Montana?
Becoming a licensed mental health professional in Montana requires completing a qualifying graduate degree and then applying to the Montana Board of Behavioral Health, which oversees credentials including the LCSW, LPC, LMFT, and LCPC. Each license has specific supervised hours requirements you must complete post-graduation before sitting for the relevant national exam. The board's licensing portal outlines the application steps, supervision documentation, and continuing education requirements for each credential type.
Which companies hire mental health professionals in Montana?
Companies currently hiring mental healths in Montana include Youth Dynamics of Montana, Pioneer Medical Center, and Legion Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Montana's mix of tribal health systems, community mental health centers, and state behavioral health facilities means openings are distributed across both urban centers and rural service areas throughout the state.
Which Montana cities have the most mental health jobs?
Billings, Great Falls, and Big Timber have the most mental health openings in Montana. Billings leads as the state's largest city and regional medical hub, with major health systems anchoring demand, while Missoula's university presence and Great Falls' concentration of Veterans Affairs and state agency offices sustain consistent hiring in those markets.
Are there remote mental health jobs in Montana?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because telehealth has become a primary delivery model for reaching patients in Montana's vast rural areas. About 40% of mental health openings tied to Montana are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the state's strong telehealth infrastructure. Outpatient therapy, psychiatric evaluation, and case management roles are the most commonly offered in remote or hybrid formats.
How can I get hired as a mental health professional in Montana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a pre-licensed or associate-level clinician role while completing your supervised hours toward full licensure. Community mental health centers such as Rimrock Foundation and Western Montana Mental Health Center regularly hire pre-licensed counselors and case managers who work under clinical supervision. Roles like mental health technician, case aide, or crisis line specialist at organizations serving Montana's tribal communities or state correctional facilities also provide a direct entry point without requiring an independent license.
Where can I find and apply to mental health jobs in Montana?
You can find and apply to mental health jobs in Montana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your license level and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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