Remote Behavioral Health Counselor Jobs
Remote behavioral health counselor jobs are open across the U.S. at telehealth platforms, managed care organizations, and distributed employee assistance program providers actively building remote clinical teams. Companies hiring remote behavioral health counselors right now include Presence, Brightside Health, and NOCD. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Full-Time Mental Health Clinician - Ellie Mental Health in Fishers, Indiana
- Evaluate mental health diagnosis, create and implement a treatment plan, complete ongoing documentation including further diagnosis, treatment plan reviews, and case notes according to company policy.
- Target caseload of a minimum of 25 client visits per week.
- Provide excellent customer service for clients and collaborate with a dynamic team to further the mission of filling gaps in our community.
- Utilize creativity in interventions to help clients achieve and exceed goals.
- Prepare and submit individual documentation for each session per company guidelines and protocol.
- Work on weekly billing tasks.
- Coordinate services with case managers, families, work personnel, medical personnel, other Ellie staff, and school staff as needed.
- Attend and participate in all clinical staff meetings and training.
- Other stuff we probably forgot to add but just as meaningful and important to your role ;)
- A sense of humor will certainly help as well!
- Candidates are required to have a master’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college
- Candidates should have clinical licensure (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT)
- Required experience with completing DAs, treatment plans, and clinical case notes.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to demonstrate and model stable, appropriate boundaries with clients.
- Ability to complete and submit documentation of services and other documents in a timely manner.
- Ideal candidates will have a general knowledge of therapy services, community resources, insurance billing, and previous experience with mental health documentation.
- Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse client base.
- Proficient in the use of typical office technology (computers, e-mail, etc.) and Electronic Health Record systems.
- Pass a background check.
- Candidates must be a fully licensed mental health professional with a valid state of Indiana License.
- Preferred experience with children, adolescents, teens, and adults.
- Preferred experience with couples, families, trauma, substance abuse, and schools.
- Fully Licensed Clinicians will ideally be credentialed with insurance panels.
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- PTO / Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Free access to Ellie CEU Learning Management System
- We handle credentialing cost and effort for you
- Flexibility scheduling and hours
- Opportunity to be creative and develop your passions into new programs and services
- Awesome Office, Team Building Activities, and Swag
- More to come as we grow!
Flexible work from home options available.
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Who's Hiring
- Presence44

- Brightside Health32

- NOCD15

- LifeStance Health12

- Net Health10

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services73
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Technology & Software11
- Sports & Recreation3
- Insurance1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote behavioral health counselor jobs.
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
- State licensure or associate licensure such as LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent
- Experience conducting individual, group, or family therapy sessions
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Training in evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
- CPR certification and familiarity with mandated reporting and HIPAA requirements
Tips for Your Remote Behavioral Health Counselor Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote behavioral health counselor openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your licensure and caseload focus and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.
Highlight telehealth platform experience upfront
Remote employers want to know you've delivered sessions over HIPAA-compliant video tools and managed electronic health records without in-person IT support. Name the specific platforms you've used in your resume summary so hiring teams don't have to ask.
Demonstrate async documentation skills clearly
Remote behavioral health counselors write case notes, treatment updates, and care coordination messages without a colleague to clarify intent in real time. Show employers you produce clear, complete written documentation by describing your note-writing process or volume in past roles.
Prepare for competency-based remote interviews
Remote hiring teams often run structured behavioral interviews over video to assess how you handle clinical judgment calls independently. Practice articulating how you escalate risk, coordinate with external providers, and manage caseload boundaries when your supervisor isn't in the next office.
Confirm state licensure portability before applying
Remote counselor roles are location-independent for you, but your license must be valid in every state where your clients are located. Check whether prospective employers require multistate licensure, participation in the Counseling Compact, or individual state-by-state credentialing before you submit an application.
Remote Behavioral Health Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote behavioral health counselor job?
Remote employers screen behavioral health counselors for self-direction, comfort with asynchronous documentation, and the ability to build therapeutic rapport through a screen. Telehealth platforms and EAP providers hire most remote counselors, so familiarity with HIPAA-compliant video platforms and electronic health records gives you a clear edge. Strong written case notes and a history of managing your own caseload independently are the signals remote hiring teams look for most.
Which companies hire remote behavioral health counselors?
Companies hiring remote behavioral health counselors right now include Presence, Brightside Health, and NOCD, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote openings in this role are concentrated at telehealth providers, employee assistance program networks, and managed behavioral health organizations that operate distributed clinical teams across the U.S.
Can you get a remote behavioral health counselor job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage a caseload independently without in-person supervision from day one. Telehealth startups and EAP providers occasionally hire newer counselors for lower-acuity remote caseloads. Completed practicum hours, a supervision arrangement you can document, and demonstrated comfort with video-based sessions can open doors when direct professional experience is limited.
Do you need a degree for remote behavioral health counselor jobs?
Usually, yes. Most remote behavioral health counselor roles require at minimum a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, plus state licensure. Remote employers weigh active licensure heavily because it signals you can practice independently without on-site oversight. In some states, registered intern or associate-level credentials qualify you for supervised remote positions while you work toward full licensure.
Which industries hire the most remote behavioral health counselors?
The sectors hiring the most remote behavioral health counselors are Healthcare & Medical Services, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors rely on distributed clinical teams to deliver counseling services to employees and patients regardless of geographic location.
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