Entry Level Primary Therapist Jobs
New grad primary therapist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship placements or clinical practicum work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Eating Recovery Center and Hudson Hospital Opco LLC D/B/A Carepoint Health - Christ Hospital hiring at this level now.
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Who We Are
We’re changing lives, and we’re hiring people who want to do the same. ERC Pathlight treats eating disorders, mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions with evidence-based, compassionate care. We meet patients where they are, through locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, and help them build recovery that lasts. Founded in 2008 by psychiatrists and psychologists, we’ve helped 35,000+ people start their recovery. The need for quality mental health care keeps growing, and we’re looking for people who want to meet it.
Why Join Us
Your work matters. You matter. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and leaders who do right by our patients, every time. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to transform mental health care, you belong here.
What You’ll Be Doing
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST
Seeking therapists with full independent licensure in Texas State. Position is 100% remote, Full-time (40 hours per week). 4 Hours of group therapy per day, with 16 individual and family sessions per week.
Program Details: Virtual Partial Hospitalization
The Virtual Primary Therapist conducts individual and group therapy (adults, children and adolescents) on topics such as mood, anxiety, stress and eating disorders; conducts family therapy and/or family education sessions; develops each patient’s individualized treatment plan; and works with interdisciplinary treatment team to implement the plan. All sessions are conducted within a HIPAA compliant telehealth platform, following established protocols. Virtual therapists are required to obtain and maintain licensure for additional states, as needed, under the direction of their clinical manager/director. This position is remote.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Conducts psychotherapy including individual, group and family therapy
- For each patient on case load, completes clinical paperwork and administrative tasks including:
- Treatment plans
- Individual and Family Therapy progress notes and group notes
- Aftercare plan
- Discharge summary
- Regular communication with patient's outpatient community provider(s)
- Conducts comprehensive assessments and treatment planning for each patient on case load
- Completes psychosocial, self-harm and suicide assessments
- Creates individualized treatment plan with specific and measurable goals in collaboration with treatment team members
- Creates treatment agreements, support plans or behavior plans as needed
- Attends treatment team meetings and treatment team rounds, to coordinate patient’s care with interdisciplinary team. May provide training and guidance to less experienced teammates
Primary Therapist II Must Haves
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- Has carried significant individual and/or family caseload for at least 2 years with documented success in treating patients with common diagnoses and expected comorbidities; Demonstrated ability to work independently; Developing specialty within line of service and broadening expertise with other populations.
- Experience facilitating individual and family therapy
- Ability to move from one group assignment, line of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
Primary Therapist III Must Haves
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- At least 3 years post licensure experience working with mood, anxiety, ED and/or trauma related disorders; Some experience supervising other clinicians; Has carried a significant individual and/or family caseload, with success treating more complex cases.
- Ability to move from one group assignment, line of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
This range is dependent upon candidate's state of residence, experience and market expectations. Virtual Pay Range $69,000 - $95,000 USD
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life. We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career. We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home. When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
Who We Are
We’re changing lives, and we’re hiring people who want to do the same. ERC Pathlight treats eating disorders, mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions with evidence-based, compassionate care. We meet patients where they are, through locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, and help them build recovery that lasts. Founded in 2008 by psychiatrists and psychologists, we’ve helped 35,000+ people start their recovery. The need for quality mental health care keeps growing, and we’re looking for people who want to meet it.
Why Join Us
Your work matters. You matter. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and leaders who do right by our patients, every time. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to transform mental health care, you belong here.
What You’ll Be Doing
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST
Seeking therapists with full independent licensure in Texas State. Position is 100% remote, Full-time (40 hours per week). 4 Hours of group therapy per day, with 16 individual and family sessions per week.
Program Details: Virtual Partial Hospitalization
The Virtual Primary Therapist conducts individual and group therapy (adults, children and adolescents) on topics such as mood, anxiety, stress and eating disorders; conducts family therapy and/or family education sessions; develops each patient’s individualized treatment plan; and works with interdisciplinary treatment team to implement the plan. All sessions are conducted within a HIPAA compliant telehealth platform, following established protocols. Virtual therapists are required to obtain and maintain licensure for additional states, as needed, under the direction of their clinical manager/director. This position is remote.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Conducts psychotherapy including individual, group and family therapy
- For each patient on case load, completes clinical paperwork and administrative tasks including:
- Treatment plans
- Individual and Family Therapy progress notes and group notes
- Aftercare plan
- Discharge summary
- Regular communication with patient's outpatient community provider(s)
- Conducts comprehensive assessments and treatment planning for each patient on case load
- Completes psychosocial, self-harm and suicide assessments
- Creates individualized treatment plan with specific and measurable goals in collaboration with treatment team members
- Creates treatment agreements, support plans or behavior plans as needed
- Attends treatment team meetings and treatment team rounds, to coordinate patient’s care with interdisciplinary team. May provide training and guidance to less experienced teammates
Primary Therapist II Must Haves
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- Has carried significant individual and/or family caseload for at least 2 years with documented success in treating patients with common diagnoses and expected comorbidities; Demonstrated ability to work independently; Developing specialty within line of service and broadening expertise with other populations.
- Experience facilitating individual and family therapy
- Ability to move from one group assignment, line of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
Primary Therapist III Must Haves
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- At least 3 years post licensure experience working with mood, anxiety, ED and/or trauma related disorders; Some experience supervising other clinicians; Has carried a significant individual and/or family caseload, with success treating more complex cases.
- Ability to move from one group assignment, line of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
This range is dependent upon candidate's state of residence, experience and market expectations. Virtual Pay Range $69,000 - $95,000 USD
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life. We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career. We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home. When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
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Entry Level Primary Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level primary therapist job?
Start by ensuring your licensure or supervised hours are current for your state, since most employers require at least provisional credentials at the entry level. Highlight clinical practicums, internships, and any specialized training in your application materials. Candidates who demonstrate experience with specific populations, such as adolescents or adults with co-occurring disorders, and who come with strong supervisory references tend to stand out at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level primary therapists?
Companies hiring entry level primary therapists right now include Eating Recovery Center and Hudson Hospital Opco LLC D/B/A Carepoint Health - Christ Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of employers, including community mental health centers, residential treatment facilities, outpatient behavioral health clinics, and hospital systems that maintain dedicated new-hire cohorts for early-career clinicians.
Are there remote entry level primary therapist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level primary therapist openings are still on-site or hybrid rather than fully remote. About 20% of entry level primary therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting telehealth expansion across behavioral health. Remote roles at this level often involve outpatient or case management settings where new clinicians can receive virtual supervision alongside their caseload.
Are these new grad primary therapist jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior primary therapist roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts graduate-level internships or clinical hours toward the requirement, or states that supervision toward licensure will be provided. Look for language like 'associate license accepted' or 'new graduates encouraged to apply' as reliable signals.
Which industries hire the most entry level primary therapists?
Entry Level primary therapist 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 operate high-volume clinical programs, carry consistent funding through Medicaid and insurance reimbursement, and rely on a steady pipeline of early-career clinicians to meet ongoing caseload demand.