Mental Health Therapy Jobs in Missouri
Mental Health Therapy jobs in Missouri are open across Springfield, Kansas City, and St. Louis and other Missouri metros, with employers like Preferred Family Healthcare, Preferred Family Healthcare, and Compass Health Network hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Find Your Calling At Mercy!
The Recreational Therapist works under the supervision of the Manager, Administrative Supervisor and/or Director of Behavioral Services, and plans, organizes and directs activities and programs for psychiatric patients designed to improve their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.
Position Details:
Location
Mercy Hospital Stoddard
1200 North 1 Mile Rd
Dexter, MO 63841
Hours/Schedule
Full-Time (40-hrs per week)
Department/Shift:
Therapy/Full-Time
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Bachelors degree in Recreation Therapy required.
- Licensure:
- Experience: Less than one year.
- Certifications: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. SAFE Level 2 within 6 Months Of Hire.
- Other: Excellent interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills are required in order to evaluate patient conditions, design therapy plans and assess patient progress.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred Education:
- Preferred Licensure:
- Preferred Experience: One to two years.
- Preferred Certifications:
- Preferred Other:
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
keyword(s): Recreational Therapist
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Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Mental Health Therapy Job Market in Missouri
A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Preferred Family Healthcare29

- Compass Health Network9

- SSM Health6

- Saint Luke's4

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services60
- Education2
- Technology & Software2
- Government & Public Sector1
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health therapy jobs across Missouri.
- Active state licensure such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LMHC
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field
- Experience delivering individual and group therapy to a defined clinical population
- Proficiency with electronic health records such as Epic, Kipu, or SimplePractice
- Training in at least one evidence-based modality such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
- Ability to complete timely clinical documentation including progress notes and treatment plans
Mental Health Therapy Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How many mental health therapy jobs are there in Missouri?
There are 64+ mental health therapy openings in Missouri on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Springfield, Kansas City, and St. Louis. New positions post regularly as employers across Missouri hire.
Which Missouri cities have the most mental health therapy jobs?
Springfield, Kansas City, and St. Louis have the most mental health therapy openings in Missouri right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire mental health therapys in Missouri?
Employers hiring mental health therapys in Missouri include Preferred Family Healthcare, Preferred Family Healthcare, and Compass Health Network, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote mental health therapy jobs in Missouri?
Yes. About 6% of mental health therapy openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Missouri metros.
How do I apply for mental health therapy jobs in Missouri?
You can apply to mental health therapy jobs in Missouri directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Missouri location, then apply to each one that fits.
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