Mental Health Specialist Jobs in Mississippi

Mental Health Specialist jobs in Mississippi are open across Jackson, Tupelo, and Gulfport and other Mississippi metros, with employers like University of Mississippi Medical Center, Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, and North Mississippi State Hospital hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles20+
Top cityJackson, MS
Cities hiring8
Work type85% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

Showing 5 of 20+ Mental Health Specialist jobs

NOCD
Mental Health Therapist
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Mental Health Therapist
NOCD
Jackson, Mississippi
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Remote (US)
Master's
501-1,000

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AccentCare
Registered Nurse
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AccentCare
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Registered Nurse
AccentCare
Flowood, Mississippi
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$31 - $36/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Ochsner Health
Psychologist - Clinical Child Psychologist
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Ochsner Health
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Psychologist - Clinical Child Psychologist
Ochsner Health
Meridian, Mississippi
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Youth Villages
Primary Service Coordinator
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Primary Service Coordinator
Youth Villages
Hernando, Mississippi
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Social Work & Counseling
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$48k - $55k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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North Mississippi State Hospital
Music Therapist
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North Mississippi State Hospital
Added 2w ago
Music Therapist
North Mississippi State Hospital
Tupelo, Mississippi
Creative Arts & Performance
Allied Health
Music Production
Mental & Behavioral Health
$40/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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Mental Health Specialist Jobs by City in Mississippi

Where Mississippi roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jackson
8 jobs
Tupelo
3 jobs
Gulfport
2 jobs
Meridian
2 jobs
Biloxi
1 jobs
Flowood
1 jobs
Hattiesburg
1 jobs
Hernando
1 jobs

Mental Health Specialist Job Market in Mississippi

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

Who's Hiring

  • University of Mississippi Medical Center
    University of Mississippi Medical Center6
  • Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
    Memorial Hospital at Gulfport2
  • North Mississippi State Hospital
    North Mississippi State Hospital2
  • AccentCare
    AccentCare1
  • Hri Hospital
    Hri Hospital1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services10
  • Education6
  • Consulting & Professional Services1
  • Technology & Software1

What Mississippi Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field
  • Active state licensure or license eligibility such as LPC, LCSW, or LMFT
  • Experience conducting mental health assessments and developing individualized treatment plans
  • Proficiency with electronic health records platforms used in behavioral health settings
  • Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities including CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
  • Crisis intervention training and familiarity with risk assessment protocols

Mental Health Specialist Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions

How many mental health specialist jobs are there in Mississippi?

There are 20+ mental health specialist openings in Mississippi on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Jackson, Tupelo, and Gulfport. New positions post regularly as employers across Mississippi hire.

Which Mississippi cities have the most mental health specialist jobs?

Jackson, Tupelo, and Gulfport have the most mental health specialist openings in Mississippi right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire mental health specialists in Mississippi?

Employers hiring mental health specialists in Mississippi include University of Mississippi Medical Center, Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, and North Mississippi State Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote mental health specialist jobs in Mississippi?

Yes. About 15% of mental health specialist openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Mississippi metros.

How do I apply for mental health specialist jobs in Mississippi?

You can apply to mental health specialist jobs in Mississippi directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Mississippi location, then apply to each one that fits.

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