Mid Level Outpatient Counselor Jobs
Mid level outpatient counselor jobs go to clinicians ready to carry a full caseload independently, mentor newer staff, and shape treatment planning with minimal supervision. Openings are predominantly on-site with a growing share of hybrid schedules, concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Agriculture & Farming, with employers like Allegheny Health Network, Boston Medical Center, and UCHealth hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
Job Description
The Behavioral & Mental Health Therapist will participate in a model of care centered around integrated, multidisciplinary services, with seamless collaborations with psychiatry, psychology, social work, medical specialties, and other behavioral and mental health disciplines.
WORK SHIFT
- Work Day(s): Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
- Shift Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Shift End Time: 5:00 PM
- Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Experience
- 3 years supervised experience with providing intake evaluations and regularly scheduled therapy services for children and adolescents within a medical setting or behavioral mental health facility
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Unified protocol, CBT, ACT, DBT, TF-CBT, PCIT, and/or Solution-Focused Therapy
- Experience with children & adolescents with co-occurring medical issues
Education
- Master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy from an accredited university
CERTIFICATION SUMMARY
- An unrestricted license in the state of Georgia (LCSW, LMFT, LPC)
- For Children’s at Hughes Spalding, LCSW certification is required
- BLS or PALS certification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work as part of interdisciplinary team
- Strong interpersonal skills with patients, teammates, and leadership
- Knowledge of evidence-based, age-appropriate treatment and practice
- Ability to remain calm and manage verbal/physical responses in stressful situations
- Flexibility to adapt to changes in behavioral mental programs and procedures
- Developed cultural humility and ability to work with diverse populations
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care
- Provide evidence-based and effective delivery of services (e.g., assessments, consultation, and therapy) appropriate to the patient’s specific needs and severity level of disability or impairment, and make referrals as needed.
- Gather and integrate information from all available sources, including client self-reports, reports from family members, guardian(s), documented medical records, treatment history, etc.
- Conduct crisis and safety planning with patients and coordinate transfers to higher levels of care as needed.
- Maintain a therapeutic relationship with patient and family.
- Respect and incorporate aspects of patient’s and family’s identity in care.
- Include family/caregiver participation in all phases of the patient’s program while communicating at the patient/family level of understanding.
- Communicate with support and operational staff effectively to ensure patient continuity of care.
- Assess client satisfaction and participate in program evaluation as needed.
- Generate flexible solutions to potential barriers in patient care to benefit patients.
Administration
- Complete notes in electronic medical record within time guidelines, including diagnostic coding, screenings, and treatment plans.
- Bill appropriately for services in accordance with regulations set forth by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Participate in team meetings and case consultations (as needed).
- Seek additional evidence-based training associated with role.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
PRIMARY LOCATION ADDRESS
1777-1797 Northeast Expressway
JOB FAMILY
Behavioral Health
INTRODUCTION
Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
Job Description
The Behavioral & Mental Health Therapist will participate in a model of care centered around integrated, multidisciplinary services, with seamless collaborations with psychiatry, psychology, social work, medical specialties, and other behavioral and mental health disciplines.
WORK SHIFT
- Work Day(s): Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
- Shift Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Shift End Time: 5:00 PM
- Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Experience
- 3 years supervised experience with providing intake evaluations and regularly scheduled therapy services for children and adolescents within a medical setting or behavioral mental health facility
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Unified protocol, CBT, ACT, DBT, TF-CBT, PCIT, and/or Solution-Focused Therapy
- Experience with children & adolescents with co-occurring medical issues
Education
- Master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy from an accredited university
CERTIFICATION SUMMARY
- An unrestricted license in the state of Georgia (LCSW, LMFT, LPC)
- For Children’s at Hughes Spalding, LCSW certification is required
- BLS or PALS certification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work as part of interdisciplinary team
- Strong interpersonal skills with patients, teammates, and leadership
- Knowledge of evidence-based, age-appropriate treatment and practice
- Ability to remain calm and manage verbal/physical responses in stressful situations
- Flexibility to adapt to changes in behavioral mental programs and procedures
- Developed cultural humility and ability to work with diverse populations
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care
- Provide evidence-based and effective delivery of services (e.g., assessments, consultation, and therapy) appropriate to the patient’s specific needs and severity level of disability or impairment, and make referrals as needed.
- Gather and integrate information from all available sources, including client self-reports, reports from family members, guardian(s), documented medical records, treatment history, etc.
- Conduct crisis and safety planning with patients and coordinate transfers to higher levels of care as needed.
- Maintain a therapeutic relationship with patient and family.
- Respect and incorporate aspects of patient’s and family’s identity in care.
- Include family/caregiver participation in all phases of the patient’s program while communicating at the patient/family level of understanding.
- Communicate with support and operational staff effectively to ensure patient continuity of care.
- Assess client satisfaction and participate in program evaluation as needed.
- Generate flexible solutions to potential barriers in patient care to benefit patients.
Administration
- Complete notes in electronic medical record within time guidelines, including diagnostic coding, screenings, and treatment plans.
- Bill appropriately for services in accordance with regulations set forth by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Participate in team meetings and case consultations (as needed).
- Seek additional evidence-based training associated with role.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
PRIMARY LOCATION ADDRESS
1777-1797 Northeast Expressway
JOB FAMILY
Behavioral Health
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Who's Hiring
- Allegheny Health Network10
- Boston Medical Center3
- UCHealth2
- Riverview, LLP2
- Franciscan Health2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services43
- Education3
- Agriculture & Farming2
- Insurance1
- Distribution & Wholesale1
Mid Level Outpatient Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level outpatient counselor job?
Position yourself by leading with clinical outcomes: caseload size managed, treatment modalities you apply with confidence, and any group facilitation or crisis intervention experience. Employers at this level want to see that you work independently without close oversight, so highlight moments where you drove a client's care plan rather than assisted with one. A current licensure status and any specialty certifications strengthen your application significantly.
Which companies hire mid level outpatient counselors?
Companies hiring mid level outpatient counselors right now include Allegheny Health Network, Boston Medical Center, and UCHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, hiring tends to come from community mental health centers, behavioral health group practices, and health systems expanding their outpatient therapy departments.
Are there remote mid level outpatient counselors jobs?
Yes, though telehealth roles vary by state licensure rules. About 18% of mid level outpatient counselor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for telehealth clinicians since the expansion of virtual behavioral health services. Most fully remote roles require licensure in the state where your clients are located, so multi-state compact eligibility is a real advantage.
How do I move up to a mid level outpatient counselor role?
Moving from early-career to mid level comes down to depth and demonstrated ownership. Build fluency in one or two therapeutic modalities, take on progressively complex cases, and seek out opportunities to co-facilitate groups or contribute to intake and assessment processes. Earning a full independent license, such as an LPC, LCSW, or equivalent in your state, is typically the clearest marker that you are ready to work without clinical supervision.
Which industries hire the most mid level outpatient counselors?
Mid Level outpatient counselor roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Agriculture & Farming, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume outpatient programs that require clinicians capable of managing independent caseloads without constant supervisory support.