Entry Level Mental Health Professional Jobs
New grad mental health professional jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or supervised clinical hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Government & Public Sector, and Non-Profit & Social Services, with employers like US Department of Veterans Affairs, MultiCare Health System, and State of South Carolina hiring at this level now.
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Join a team that shares your calling
At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
FTE: 0.8, Shift: 1100-1930, Schedule: M-Th
Position Summary
The Licensed Mental Health Professional is a key role within the behavioral health department of MultiCare, responsible for providing individual, family, and group therapy for patients. Treating a broad array of behavioral health disorders, mental illness and co-occurring illnesses, within this role you will be able to apply evidenced-based and evidence-informed outpatient therapy and clinical service skill sets in your daily work functions.Responsibilities
You will complete psychiatric or psychosocial assessments, including mental status exams
You will develop with the individual in service, an assessment and comprehensive treatment plan that identifies the unique needs of each individual and may provide individual, couples, family, psychoeducation, and group therapy
You will provide psychotherapy, supportive therapy, i.e. problem solving, role-playing, modeling and support, social skill development, and assertiveness training to increase patient social and interpersonal activities in community settings
You will document all encounters inpatient electronic health record according to organization policies and procedures; monitor outcome measurements
You will collaborate with referral sources and other members of the patient's clinical team
You will provide ongoing measurement of the individual in service outcomes and evaluation of intervention effectiveness
Requirements
Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field
A Mental Health Professional as defined within HB 1724 one of these higher credentials are held: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), SW Independent Clinical Lic (LICSW)
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About Greater Lakes Mental Health
Greater Lakes Mental Health is part of MultiCare’s Behavioral Health Network, serving more than 10,000 individuals across Pierce County each year. Providing mental health and substance use disorder treatment for adults, children and families with Medicaid coverage, Greater Lakes operates six convenient locations, including a 16-bed inpatient facility for voluntary and involuntary care. With experienced teams and robust training, caregivers help deliver recovery-oriented, trauma-informed care.
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community
Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
Growth and education
Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
Well-being and support
Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Belonging for all
Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $39.85 - $57.35 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
Join a team that shares your calling
At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
FTE: 0.8, Shift: 1100-1930, Schedule: M-Th
Position Summary
The Licensed Mental Health Professional is a key role within the behavioral health department of MultiCare, responsible for providing individual, family, and group therapy for patients. Treating a broad array of behavioral health disorders, mental illness and co-occurring illnesses, within this role you will be able to apply evidenced-based and evidence-informed outpatient therapy and clinical service skill sets in your daily work functions.Responsibilities
You will complete psychiatric or psychosocial assessments, including mental status exams
You will develop with the individual in service, an assessment and comprehensive treatment plan that identifies the unique needs of each individual and may provide individual, couples, family, psychoeducation, and group therapy
You will provide psychotherapy, supportive therapy, i.e. problem solving, role-playing, modeling and support, social skill development, and assertiveness training to increase patient social and interpersonal activities in community settings
You will document all encounters inpatient electronic health record according to organization policies and procedures; monitor outcome measurements
You will collaborate with referral sources and other members of the patient's clinical team
You will provide ongoing measurement of the individual in service outcomes and evaluation of intervention effectiveness
Requirements
Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field
A Mental Health Professional as defined within HB 1724 one of these higher credentials are held: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), SW Independent Clinical Lic (LICSW)
Drivers License/Abstract
About Greater Lakes Mental Health
Greater Lakes Mental Health is part of MultiCare’s Behavioral Health Network, serving more than 10,000 individuals across Pierce County each year. Providing mental health and substance use disorder treatment for adults, children and families with Medicaid coverage, Greater Lakes operates six convenient locations, including a 16-bed inpatient facility for voluntary and involuntary care. With experienced teams and robust training, caregivers help deliver recovery-oriented, trauma-informed care.
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community
Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
Growth and education
Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
Well-being and support
Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Belonging for all
Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $39.85 - $57.35 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
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Who's Hiring
- US Department of Veterans Affairs21
- MultiCare Health System11
- State of South Carolina7
- LifeStance Health6
- RHA Health Services3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services31
- Government & Public Sector9
- Non-Profit & Social Services3
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Staffing & Recruiting1
Entry Level Mental Health Professional Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level mental health professional job?
Entry level mental health professional employers look for a relevant degree in psychology, counseling, or social work, plus supervised clinical or internship hours. Candidates who can show documented client contact hours, familiarity with evidence-based practices like CBT, and any licensure-track progress stand out. A strong practicum experience or a recommendation from a clinical supervisor often carries more weight than GPA alone at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level mental health professionals?
Companies hiring entry level mental health professionals right now include US Department of Veterans Affairs, MultiCare Health System, and State of South Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of community mental health centers, behavioral health networks, nonprofit agencies, and outpatient group practices that build their clinical staff from new graduates.
Are there remote entry level mental health professional jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles still favor in-person or hybrid settings given the hands-on nature of clinical work. About 11% of entry level mental health professional openings are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with telehealth platforms and virtual behavioral health providers leading remote hiring at this experience level.
Are these new grad mental health professional jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior mental health professional roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or practicum hours in place of full-time work history, or explicitly invites candidates who are working toward licensure. Many postings also consider a strong portfolio of supervised case experience as a substitute for years on the job.
Which industries hire the most entry level mental health professionals?
Entry Level mental health professional roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Government & Public Sector, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on a steady pipeline of new graduates to staff community programs, outpatient clinics, and behavioral health initiatives that require licensure-eligible clinicians rather than fully licensed practitioners.