Entry Level Mental Health Worker Jobs
New grad mental health worker jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or field placement can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like The Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Sutter Health, and Augusta Health hiring at this level now.
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Bachelors Level Therapist-Mental Health Worker.
Type: Regular
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!
The Bachelor's Level Therapist is a member of a family-based team, partnered with a Master's level therapist who function as a therapeutic team, providing individual and family therapy to client and their families. Therapists work with the child and family to improve overall mental health by taking a strengths-based approach with the goal of keeping the child in the home setting and out of inpatient hospital or Residential treatment or foster care.
PAY Range: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
Bonus: Employee sign on- $1000.00 to be paid in 3 increments
- Bonus is for full time employees and paid out according to training schedule.
- $250.00- After completing 90-day probation
- $250.00- After completing 6 months of employment
- $500.00- After 1 year of employment
Job Accountabilities:
- Provide individual, family and parent therapy sessions using the ESFT (Eco-systemic Structural Family Therapy) model
- Support and promote strengths-based approaches to children, adolescents, and families in their attachment, self-regulation, co-caregiver alliances, and executive functioning
- Maintain compliance with CASSP principles & principles of cultural competence
- Provide support to families in successfully managing crisis situations.
- Maintain compliance with the Medical Assistance and Managed Care regulations in accordance with Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s outpatient program regulations
- Communication with families, schools, school districts, managed care organizations, referral sources and other providers as necessary to ensure satisfaction with services received, continuity of care and promote quality client care
- Promote program growth, quality of services
- Maintain productivity and complete documentation within established guidelines
- Complete initial assessments and treatment plans, and updates within established program timelines
- Attend staff training and supervisions as assigned
- 3 hours of supervision time weekly
Position Requirements:
Education:
- BACHELORS Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Education, Rehabilitation, pre-med, theology or anthropology.
- Have 12 college level semester hours in humanities or social services plus 1 year of experience in a CASSP system program and be enrolled for certification by OMH as a mental health family based worker
- Be a licensed RN plus have 1 year of experience in a CASSP system program and be enrolled for certification by OMH as a mental health family based worker
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to pass required background clearances (FBI, Childline, Criminal, driving record)
Work Experience:
- Previous experience working with children and families in any setting
- At least 1 year working with children and adolescence in the CASSP system
- Waiver option can be explored for applicants with less than 1 year experience.
Location: Berks County-Community based. Office in Wyomissing is home base.
Why Should You Apply?
- Ability to make a difference in families facing systemic and structural challenges.
- Support families in reducing children and adolescents considered to be at risk of out-of-home placement thrive in their homes and communities.
- Opportunity to work in partnered co-therapy teams to offer greater support in managing and supporting families.
- Ability to work as a valued member of a dedicated team, enabling people RHA supports to identify and achieve personal goals, experience meaningful days, participate in the community, and live more independently.
- A great deal of on-the-job training provides the opportunity to grow clinically.
- Flexible hours and scheduling.
We offer the following benefits to employees:
- Payactive: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
- Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
- Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
- 401(k) retirement savings program
- Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
- Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
- Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
About RHA:
At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.
For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.
Pre-employment screening:
- Complete criminal background
- Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
- Drug testing
- Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
- Proof of employment history or references (if required)
- Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.
We are hiring for:
Bachelors Level Therapist-Mental Health Worker.
Type: Regular
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!
The Bachelor's Level Therapist is a member of a family-based team, partnered with a Master's level therapist who function as a therapeutic team, providing individual and family therapy to client and their families. Therapists work with the child and family to improve overall mental health by taking a strengths-based approach with the goal of keeping the child in the home setting and out of inpatient hospital or Residential treatment or foster care.
PAY Range: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
Bonus: Employee sign on- $1000.00 to be paid in 3 increments
- Bonus is for full time employees and paid out according to training schedule.
- $250.00- After completing 90-day probation
- $250.00- After completing 6 months of employment
- $500.00- After 1 year of employment
Job Accountabilities:
- Provide individual, family and parent therapy sessions using the ESFT (Eco-systemic Structural Family Therapy) model
- Support and promote strengths-based approaches to children, adolescents, and families in their attachment, self-regulation, co-caregiver alliances, and executive functioning
- Maintain compliance with CASSP principles & principles of cultural competence
- Provide support to families in successfully managing crisis situations.
- Maintain compliance with the Medical Assistance and Managed Care regulations in accordance with Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s outpatient program regulations
- Communication with families, schools, school districts, managed care organizations, referral sources and other providers as necessary to ensure satisfaction with services received, continuity of care and promote quality client care
- Promote program growth, quality of services
- Maintain productivity and complete documentation within established guidelines
- Complete initial assessments and treatment plans, and updates within established program timelines
- Attend staff training and supervisions as assigned
- 3 hours of supervision time weekly
Position Requirements:
Education:
- BACHELORS Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Education, Rehabilitation, pre-med, theology or anthropology.
- Have 12 college level semester hours in humanities or social services plus 1 year of experience in a CASSP system program and be enrolled for certification by OMH as a mental health family based worker
- Be a licensed RN plus have 1 year of experience in a CASSP system program and be enrolled for certification by OMH as a mental health family based worker
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to pass required background clearances (FBI, Childline, Criminal, driving record)
Work Experience:
- Previous experience working with children and families in any setting
- At least 1 year working with children and adolescence in the CASSP system
- Waiver option can be explored for applicants with less than 1 year experience.
Location: Berks County-Community based. Office in Wyomissing is home base.
Why Should You Apply?
- Ability to make a difference in families facing systemic and structural challenges.
- Support families in reducing children and adolescents considered to be at risk of out-of-home placement thrive in their homes and communities.
- Opportunity to work in partnered co-therapy teams to offer greater support in managing and supporting families.
- Ability to work as a valued member of a dedicated team, enabling people RHA supports to identify and achieve personal goals, experience meaningful days, participate in the community, and live more independently.
- A great deal of on-the-job training provides the opportunity to grow clinically.
- Flexible hours and scheduling.
We offer the following benefits to employees:
- Payactive: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
- Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
- Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
- 401(k) retirement savings program
- Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
- Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
- Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
About RHA:
At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.
For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.
Pre-employment screening:
- Complete criminal background
- Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
- Drug testing
- Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
- Proof of employment history or references (if required)
- Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.
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Entry Level Mental Health Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level mental health worker job?
Entry level mental health worker employers look for candidates with a relevant degree in psychology, social work, or a related field, plus any hands-on experience from internships, practicums, or volunteer work in a clinical or community setting. Strong communication skills, empathy, and familiarity with documentation or case management practices give candidates a clear edge. Certifications like CPR or Mental Health First Aid can also strengthen an application at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level mental health workers?
Companies hiring entry level mental health workers right now include The Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Sutter Health, and Augusta Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from community mental health centers, residential treatment facilities, behavioral health nonprofits, and hospital systems looking to build out direct-support staff.
Are there remote entry level mental health worker jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site or hybrid given the hands-on nature of the work. About 0% of entry level mental health worker openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote positions more common in crisis hotline support, care coordination, and telehealth assistant roles than in direct residential or clinical settings.
Are these new grad mental health worker jobs?
Yes, these openings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior mental health worker roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or supervised practicum hours, or lists a portfolio of field placements as acceptable qualifications. Look for language like "entry level," "new graduates encouraged to apply," or "training provided" as reliable signals.
Which industries hire the most entry level mental health workers?
Entry Level mental health worker roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely heavily on direct-support staff, case aides, and mental health technicians to meet growing demand for behavioral health services across outpatient, residential, and community-based programs.