Remote Behavioral Therapist Jobs
Remote Behavioral Therapist jobs are actively hiring across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed telehealth teams expanding their rosters to meet rising demand for behavioral health services. Industries including mental health platforms, employee assistance programs, and specialty care networks are sourcing remote talent, and employers hiring right now include Fast Pace Health, Monarch Healthcare, and UPMC. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote behavioral therapist jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in psychology, behavior analysis, or a related field
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential or BCBA certification depending on seniority
- Experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs with documented outcomes
- Proficiency with data collection systems and session note platforms such as Central Reach
- Ability to develop and follow individualized behavior intervention plans
- Current CPR and first aid certification and cleared background check
Tips for Your Remote Behavioral Therapist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote behavioral therapist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your credentials and apply directly without sifting through unrelated postings. Early applicants consistently receive faster responses from remote hiring teams.
Show async communication skills up front
Remote behavioral health teams rely on written handoffs, session notes, and digital coordination. Highlight your fluency with HIPAA-compliant platforms and your ability to communicate clinical updates clearly in writing, since remote hiring managers treat this as a core clinical competency, not a nice-to-have.
Document client outcomes with concrete metrics
Remote employers can't observe your sessions directly, so your application materials need to do that work for them. Quantify progress: reduction in target behaviors, goal mastery rates, or treatment plan adherence percentages give hiring managers concrete evidence of your effectiveness without requiring in-person observation.
Prepare your remote workspace for video interviews
Remote behavioral therapist interviews almost always happen over video, and employers pay attention to your environment as a preview of how you'll conduct client sessions. Use a neutral, well-lit background, test your audio, and confirm your telehealth platform of choice works reliably before the interview window.
Remote Behavioral Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote behavioral therapist job?
Target employers who have built remote-first behavioral health delivery models, such as telehealth platforms, digital mental health companies, and distributed employee assistance programs. Remote hiring managers screen for strong written communication, the ability to manage a caseload without in-person supervision, and familiarity with HIPAA-compliant telehealth tools. Candidates who document measurable client outcomes and demonstrate self-directed scheduling practices consistently stand out in remote applicant pools.
Which companies hire remote behavioral therapists?
Companies hiring remote behavioral therapists right now include Fast Pace Health, Monarch Healthcare, and UPMC, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first telehealth platforms, national behavioral health networks, and distributed employee assistance program providers operating across multiple states.
Can you get a remote behavioral therapist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because you must demonstrate independent case management from day one without on-site mentorship. Telehealth training programs, supervised practicum hours completed via video platform, and documented volunteer or internship caseloads all serve as credible alternatives to paid experience. Showing written communication fluency and comfort with asynchronous coordination tools can open doors with remote-first employers specifically.
Do you need a degree for remote behavioral therapist jobs?
Usually, yes, because most behavioral therapist roles require at minimum a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a related field, and many remote positions prefer a master's or relevant licensure. Remote employers weigh your demonstrated clinical skills, verifiable credentials such as RBT or BCBA certification, and evidence of autonomous client management alongside formal education when reviewing applicants.
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