Mental Health Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania

Mental Health Specialist jobs in Pennsylvania are among the most active in the Mid-Atlantic region, concentrated in behavioral health agencies, community mental health centers, hospital systems, and school-based programs with openings at entry through senior clinician levels. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown anchor the largest hiring volume, with established employers like Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Geisinger consistently recruiting across the state. The most in-demand specialties are crisis intervention, substance use co-occurring disorders, and trauma-informed care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerElwyn
Top cityDowningtown, PA
Cities hiring16
Work type100% Remote
Top industryHealthcare

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County Mental Health Program Specialist 1 (Local Government) - Beaver County MH/ID
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County Mental Health Program Specialist 1 (Local Government) - Beaver County MH/ID
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania
Administrative & Office Support
Compliance & Legal
Paralegal & Legal Support
$59k.27 - $90k.56/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Head Start Mental Health Specialist
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Head Start Mental Health Specialist
Chester County Intermediate Unit
Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$60k - $75k/yr
Master's degree in social work
11-50

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Mental Health Specialist - CCRES
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Mental Health Specialist - CCRES
Downingtown Area School District
Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Master's degree in social work
1,001-5,000

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Mental Health Young Adult Support Specialist
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Mental Health Young Adult Support Specialist
Auberle
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
Customer Service & Support
Customer Support
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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Mental Health Specialist II
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Mental Health Specialist II
Elwyn
Media, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
CPR Certification
5,001-10,000

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Mental Health Specialist Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Downingtown
3 jobs
Philadelphia
3 jobs
Media
2 jobs
Reading
2 jobs
McKeesport
2 jobs
Elwyn
1 job
Beaver
1 job
New Hope
1 job
Lancaster
1 job

Mental Health Specialist Job Market in Pennsylvania

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

Who's Hiring

Elwyn4 open roles
CCRES3 open roles
UPMC2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

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

  • Active Pennsylvania licensure such as LPC, LCSW, or LSW from the Pennsylvania State Board
  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field
  • 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 practices including CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
  • Ability to pass Pennsylvania background checks including FBI and child abuse history clearances

Mental Health Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mental health specialist in Pennsylvania?

Most mental health specialist roles in Pennsylvania require a master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology, followed by supervised clinical hours and licensure through the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors. Common credentials include the Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Social Worker. Some entry-level specialist positions at community behavioral health agencies accept candidates who are actively pursuing licensure and working toward supervised hours.

Which companies hire mental health specialists in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania mental health specialist roles are posted by Elwyn, CCRES, and UPMC and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's dense network of community behavioral health organizations, hospital-based outpatient programs, and county mental health offices means consistent hiring across a range of employer types and sizes.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most mental health specialist jobs?

Downingtown, Philadelphia, and Media have the most mental health specialist openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia's concentration of academic medical centers, large behavioral health nonprofits, and county-funded programs drives the highest volume, while Pittsburgh's anchor institutions like UPMC and suburban Allegheny County agencies generate strong demand, and Allentown's growing community health infrastructure supports steady hiring in the Lehigh Valley.

Are there remote mental health specialist jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, and more than many clinical roles, since telehealth has expanded meaningfully for outpatient therapy and care coordination. About 100% of mental health specialist openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the field's growing acceptance of virtual service delivery. Roles focused on outpatient individual therapy, care management, and crisis phone line work are most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.

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

The most realistic entry path is a behavioral health technician or mental health support specialist role at a community mental health center or residential program, which typically requires only a bachelor's degree and Pennsylvania clearances. Large Pennsylvania employers like UPMC and Geisinger run new-graduate and post-master's associate clinician programs that pair candidates with supervision toward licensure. Completing your Pennsylvania Act 33 and FBI clearances before applying removes a common barrier, and any practicum or field placement hours from a Pennsylvania-accredited program strengthen applications significantly.

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

You can find and apply to mental health specialist jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across behavioral health agencies, hospital systems, schools, and community programs. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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