Remote Mental Health Counselor Jobs
Remote Mental Health Counselor jobs are open across the U.S. in telehealth platforms, employee assistance programs, and behavioral health organizations, from entry-level counselor roles at digital health startups to senior clinician positions on distributed care teams. Employers hiring remotely right now include Presence, Brightside Health, and NOCD. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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INTRODUCTION
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Master’s Level Triage Clinician, you will triage calls and prioritize clinicians and other resources. The ideal candidates will have a positive attitude, the ability to adapt to changes in the workplace and to work cooperatively and effectively with others.
Responsibilities
- Provide procedural direction and support to crisis clinicians by phone and/or face, as needed.
- Provide assistance with Detox Admissions for the Treatment Centers in Danvers and Tewksbury.
- Answer phones and provide initial phone assessment.
- Maintain awareness and monitor activity of active and pending cases.
- Provide assistance to clinicians with bed searches, insurance verifications/authorizations, resource and system knowledge sharing.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and other providers such as hospital emergency rooms to ensure quality of care.
- Act as a conduit for the flow of information regarding programmatic updates and clinical procedural alerts.
- Collect and record data and statistics for various reporting needs of the program, including triage log on computer.
- Provide feedback to Program Director regarding issues affecting shift performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or related field.
SCHEDULE
Part-time, 20 hours on Saturday and Sunday 7a-5p.
PAY RANGE
$22.00 – $29.26
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
JOB DETAILS
- Employment: Part-time
- Hours/Week: 20
- Shift: Day
- Category: Behavioral Health
- Pay Range: $22.00 - $29.26
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Req ID: JR98370
INTRODUCTION
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Master’s Level Triage Clinician, you will triage calls and prioritize clinicians and other resources. The ideal candidates will have a positive attitude, the ability to adapt to changes in the workplace and to work cooperatively and effectively with others.
Responsibilities
- Provide procedural direction and support to crisis clinicians by phone and/or face, as needed.
- Provide assistance with Detox Admissions for the Treatment Centers in Danvers and Tewksbury.
- Answer phones and provide initial phone assessment.
- Maintain awareness and monitor activity of active and pending cases.
- Provide assistance to clinicians with bed searches, insurance verifications/authorizations, resource and system knowledge sharing.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and other providers such as hospital emergency rooms to ensure quality of care.
- Act as a conduit for the flow of information regarding programmatic updates and clinical procedural alerts.
- Collect and record data and statistics for various reporting needs of the program, including triage log on computer.
- Provide feedback to Program Director regarding issues affecting shift performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or related field.
SCHEDULE
Part-time, 20 hours on Saturday and Sunday 7a-5p.
PAY RANGE
$22.00 – $29.26
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
JOB DETAILS
- Employment: Part-time
- Hours/Week: 20
- Shift: Day
- Category: Behavioral Health
- Pay Range: $22.00 - $29.26
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Req ID: JR98370
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Who's Hiring
- Presence44
- Brightside Health32
- NOCD15
- LifeStance Health12
- Net Health10
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services78
- Consulting & Professional Services15
- Technology & Software11
- Education5
- Insurance4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote mental health counselor jobs.
- Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related clinical field
- Active state licensure or eligibility for licensure (LPC, LMHC, LCPC, or state equivalent)
- Experience with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems for clinical documentation and billing
- Crisis intervention skills and experience conducting suicide risk assessments
- Ability to maintain a full caseload and meet productivity requirements set by the employer
Tips for Your Remote Mental Health Counselor Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote mental health counselor openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search for roles that match your licensure and modality, then apply directly. Remote postings fill fast, so moving early on a good fit matters.
Highlight telehealth platform fluency upfront
Remote employers want counselors who can hit the ground running on platforms like SimplePractice, Zoom for Healthcare, or TherapyNotes. Name the specific platforms you've used and how many sessions you conducted remotely, so hiring managers don't have to guess.
Document your async communication skills concretely
Remote mental health counselor roles depend on clear written handoffs, timely EHR notes, and responsive messaging with supervisors and care coordinators. Use your cover letter to show you write precisely and follow up reliably, since remote teams can't observe this in person.
Secure multi-state licensure before applying broadly
Many remote counselor roles serve clients across state lines, so employers prefer candidates licensed in multiple states or enrolled in the ASWB Mobility Program or Counseling Compact. Listing your active state licenses clearly signals you can take a broader remote caseload immediately.
Prepare your remote interview setup deliberately
Remote behavioral health employers notice your video environment because it mirrors how you'll appear to clients. Use a neutral, private background, test your audio for clarity, and confirm your internet connection is stable before any screening call or panel interview.
Remote Mental Health Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote mental health counselor job?
Target employers that already run distributed care teams, such as telehealth platforms, employee assistance program providers, and digital behavioral health companies, because they have existing infrastructure for remote clinical work. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, async written communication, and comfort with EHR documentation without in-person supervision. A clean caseload history, experience with video-based therapy modalities, and familiarity with HIPAA-compliant telehealth tools give you a concrete edge over candidates who have only worked in-office.
Which companies hire remote mental health counselors?
Companies hiring remote mental health counselors right now include Presence, Brightside Health, and NOCD, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These tend to be telehealth platforms, employee assistance program providers, and distributed behavioral health organizations that have built their care delivery model around remote clinicians.
Can you get a remote mental health counselor job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level counselor roles are harder to land because you're expected to manage your caseload, documentation, and client communication independently from day one. Digital health startups and telehealth platforms that serve high-volume markets sometimes hire newer graduates. To open those doors, show completed supervised practicum hours, demonstrated comfort with video therapy platforms, and strong written case notes as concrete proof you can work without in-person oversight.
Do you need a degree for remote mental health counselor jobs?
Usually, yes. Most remote mental health counselor roles require at minimum a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, plus state licensure such as an LPC, LMHC, or LCSW. Remote employers weigh licensure portability across states, telehealth platform proficiency, and a verifiable caseload history alongside your credentials, so practical experience with video-based care strengthens your application significantly.
Which industries hire the most remote mental health counselors?
The sectors hiring the most remote mental 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 have scaled distributed care delivery models that depend on remote clinicians to serve geographically dispersed client populations without requiring a physical office presence.
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