Remote Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs
Remote behavioral health therapist jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed healthcare teams posting openings in telehealth, managed care, and employee assistance programs. Employers hiring remotely right now include Ellie Mental Health, Monarch Healthcare, and Fast Pace Health. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The primary responsibility of the Behavioral Health Therapist is to provide outpatient behavioral health services to persons of all ages experiencing psychological difficulties in order to help them interact appropriately and develop meaningful relationships within community.
What You'll Do:
- Perform interviews with individuals and/or families to aid in identifying presenting problems, assessing mental status and dangerousness, gathering relevant facts of psychosocial history, and assigning accurate diagnoses (using all five Axes of the current DSM manual) that will help determine the best intervention to help the individual and his or her family achieve stated goals.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy to individuals of all ages using person-centered philosophies and best practices in all service delivery.
- Provide expertise in assessing psychiatric crises and crisis intervention while working closely with psychiatrists.
- Maintain necessary medical records in compliance with state, federal, and agency guidelines.
- Assist individuals and families in meeting other psychosocial needs by referring them to appropriate outside agencies (such as doctors, social services, and Christian Ministries) and providing information needed within the guidelines of confidentiality standards.
- Provide crisis assessments, stabilization, and service coordination in order to de-escalate crisis and potential crisis situations in an effort to maintain lowest level of care that promotes safety.
- Provide coverage or back-up for Emergency Services during clinical hours and on-call coverage after hours and on weekends as needed.
- Maintain licensure as required by licensing board and attend educational trainings/seminars to remain up-to-date on current best practices.
- Maintain positive working relationships within the communities served, including with individuals, families, staff, monitoring and licensing agencies, organizations, funding resources, and other human service agencies.
- Be an active participant in the ongoing continuous quality improvement activities of the agency.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures.
- Provide clinical consultation as required or requested by other professionals within Monarch to provide ongoing professional development and to process difficult client situations that may arise.
- Drive and travel to community locations, various agencies, and other outreach destinations as assigned.
Benefits:
We offer a competitive and flexible total rewards package designed to support the diverse needs of our team members. In addition to base compensation, eligible employees have access to a range of customizable benefits and perks, which may include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, professional development support, and more. Specific offerings are tailored to the role, employment type, and location. We look forward to discussing the details of your personalized compensation and benefits package—and what matters most to you—during the interview process.
Make a Difference in Someone’s Life!
At Monarch Healthcare, we work together to provide life-changing care in communities across North Carolina and Rhode Island. As a team, we provide hope, promote wellness, and empower individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury.
You Belong at Monarch Healthcare
You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment - a place where you can do your best work and grow as a professional. That is just what you’ll find at Monarch Healthcare. Here, we care for people, including our team members. We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that supports full-time and part-time team members and their families. More than just a job, this opportunity with Monarch Healthcare will give you room to spread your wings and grow because we believe in promoting from within and developing future leaders.
Monarch Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Monarch Healthcare offers opportunities as diverse as the people we support and the communities we serve. Monarch Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and we are firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of diversity.
Monarch Healthcare does not accept paper applications. Any person with a disability who needs any reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to apply for a position or otherwise to participate in Monarch Healthcare job search or selection process, should contact HR@MonarchNC.org or call (704) 986-1550.
This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. You will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of Monarch Healthcare.
Department:
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Schedule:
Pay Range Minimum:
Education We're Looking for:
Certifications We're Looking For:
Experience We're Looking For:
Job Description Summary:
The primary responsibility of the Behavioral Health Therapist is to provide outpatient behavioral health services to persons of all ages experiencing psychological difficulties in order to help them interact appropriately and develop meaningful relationships within community.
What You'll Do:
- Perform interviews with individuals and/or families to aid in identifying presenting problems, assessing mental status and dangerousness, gathering relevant facts of psychosocial history, and assigning accurate diagnoses (using all five Axes of the current DSM manual) that will help determine the best intervention to help the individual and his or her family achieve stated goals.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy to individuals of all ages using person-centered philosophies and best practices in all service delivery.
- Provide expertise in assessing psychiatric crises and crisis intervention while working closely with psychiatrists.
- Maintain necessary medical records in compliance with state, federal, and agency guidelines.
- Assist individuals and families in meeting other psychosocial needs by referring them to appropriate outside agencies (such as doctors, social services, and Christian Ministries) and providing information needed within the guidelines of confidentiality standards.
- Provide crisis assessments, stabilization, and service coordination in order to de-escalate crisis and potential crisis situations in an effort to maintain lowest level of care that promotes safety.
- Provide coverage or back-up for Emergency Services during clinical hours and on-call coverage after hours and on weekends as needed.
- Maintain licensure as required by licensing board and attend educational trainings/seminars to remain up-to-date on current best practices.
- Maintain positive working relationships within the communities served, including with individuals, families, staff, monitoring and licensing agencies, organizations, funding resources, and other human service agencies.
- Be an active participant in the ongoing continuous quality improvement activities of the agency.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures.
- Provide clinical consultation as required or requested by other professionals within Monarch to provide ongoing professional development and to process difficult client situations that may arise.
- Drive and travel to community locations, various agencies, and other outreach destinations as assigned.
Benefits:
We offer a competitive and flexible total rewards package designed to support the diverse needs of our team members. In addition to base compensation, eligible employees have access to a range of customizable benefits and perks, which may include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, professional development support, and more. Specific offerings are tailored to the role, employment type, and location. We look forward to discussing the details of your personalized compensation and benefits package—and what matters most to you—during the interview process.
Make a Difference in Someone’s Life!
At Monarch Healthcare, we work together to provide life-changing care in communities across North Carolina and Rhode Island. As a team, we provide hope, promote wellness, and empower individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury.
You Belong at Monarch Healthcare
You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment - a place where you can do your best work and grow as a professional. That is just what you’ll find at Monarch Healthcare. Here, we care for people, including our team members. We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that supports full-time and part-time team members and their families. More than just a job, this opportunity with Monarch Healthcare will give you room to spread your wings and grow because we believe in promoting from within and developing future leaders.
Monarch Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Monarch Healthcare offers opportunities as diverse as the people we support and the communities we serve. Monarch Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and we are firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of diversity.
Monarch Healthcare does not accept paper applications. Any person with a disability who needs any reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to apply for a position or otherwise to participate in Monarch Healthcare job search or selection process, should contact HR@MonarchNC.org or call (704) 986-1550.
This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. You will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of Monarch Healthcare.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote behavioral health therapist jobs.
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related clinical field
- Active state licensure or associate license such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent
- Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems for documentation and treatment planning
- Knowledge of evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care
- Ability to conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
Tips for Your Remote Behavioral Health Therapist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote behavioral health therapist openings from across the U.S. in one place. Check it regularly and apply directly to roles that match your license, modality, and caseload preferences before postings close.
Document your telehealth session competencies
List the specific video platforms, EHR systems, and crisis triage protocols you've used remotely. Remote employers want evidence you've delivered therapy, completed documentation, and managed client safety without in-person backup.
Show written communication strength in your materials
Remote behavioral health teams run on async communication. Your cover letter and any writing samples should demonstrate you can convey clinical reasoning, coordinate with care teams, and document complex cases clearly and precisely in writing.
Signal self-direction and independent caseload management
Highlight experiences where you managed your own schedule, prioritized competing clinical demands, and met productivity targets without direct supervision. Remote employers consistently screen for this because there's no floor supervisor to catch gaps.
Remote Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote behavioral health therapist job?
Target companies with established telehealth platforms or distributed clinical teams, since they already have the infrastructure for fully remote practice. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear asynchronous written communication, and comfort with EHR documentation without in-person IT support. Demonstrating experience with video-based sessions, crisis triage over telehealth, and maintaining caseload quality independently will give you a genuine edge over candidates with only in-person backgrounds.
Which companies hire remote behavioral health therapists?
Employers currently hiring remote behavioral health therapists include Ellie Mental Health, Monarch Healthcare, and Fast Pace Health, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings for this role tend to concentrate at telehealth-native companies, managed behavioral health organizations, and employee assistance program providers that operate distributed clinical teams.
Can you get a remote behavioral health therapist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level positions are harder to land because employers expect you to manage your caseload, troubleshoot platform issues, and conduct crisis assessments without on-site supervision. Telehealth training certifications, supervised practicum hours completed via video, and strong written case-note samples can substitute for direct work history. Community mental health organizations and college counseling platforms that have moved to hybrid or fully remote delivery are the most open to newer clinicians.
Do you need a degree for remote behavioral health therapist jobs?
Usually, yes. Most remote behavioral health therapist roles require at minimum a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, along with state licensure, because clinical practice carries regulatory requirements regardless of delivery format. Some peer-support or community health worker roles at the paraprofessional level may accept a bachelor's degree paired with certification, but licensed therapist positions consistently list graduate-level credentials as a baseline requirement.
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