Mental Health Professional Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Mental health professionals, including licensed counselors, clinical social workers, and psychologists, are in high demand from U.S. employers willing to sponsor H-1B visa and O-1 visas. Your graduate degree and state licensure are the credentialing foundation sponsors need to file. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Mental Health Professional - Salisbury Behavioral Health
Type:
Regular
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!
We are hiring a Mental Health Professional Therapist
Pay rate: $27.00 + based on experience
$1,000 stay BONUS for full-time employees!
Bonus is for full-time employees and paid out according to training schedule.
- $250 after 3 months
- $250 after 6 months
- $500 after 12 months
MHP facilitates group and individual mental health services with adults. Focusing on psychoeducation, affordable housing, employment, and psychiatric services MHP’s assist individuals in remaining out of inpatient care setting by assisting in maintaining stability within their communities.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individual/group therapy treatment in office and in the community, setting using a stage-based model
- Utilize safe crisis prevention techniques as deemed appropriate
- Document treatment data/results that are clinically relevant on progress notes and submit in a timely manner (within 24 hours of each encounter)
- Complete member paperwork/assessments per company/program guidelines
- Complete recurrent assessments within the regulated timeframes
- Assist/participate in client psychiatric evaluations and medication checks, understanding symptomology and managing symptoms
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and other miscellaneous meetings, as necessary
- Collaborate with other providers to secure appropriate aftercare/discharge services and community linkages supports during the course of treatment (county, housing, MH/MR, and all other providers involved)
- Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise treatment goals and plans in collaboration with client and team members in accordance with regulated timeframes
- Assist clients in finding safe and affordable housing
- Coordinate detoxification services with external inpatient service providers and establish linkage to self-help programs as needed
- Assist clients in budgeting and daily living skills to maintain stability in home and community settings
- Transport clients when necessary
Pre-employment screening:
- Complete criminal background
- Name checked in the registries (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
- Drug testing
- Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements
- Proof of employment history or references (if required)
- Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals
We offer the following benefits to employees:
- Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
- Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
- Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
- 401(k) retirement savings program
- Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
- Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
- Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
- Contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits
EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
About RHA:
At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.
For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.
We are hiring for:
Mental Health Professional - Salisbury Behavioral Health
Type:
Regular
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!
We are hiring a Mental Health Professional Therapist
Pay rate: $27.00 + based on experience
$1,000 stay BONUS for full-time employees!
Bonus is for full-time employees and paid out according to training schedule.
- $250 after 3 months
- $250 after 6 months
- $500 after 12 months
MHP facilitates group and individual mental health services with adults. Focusing on psychoeducation, affordable housing, employment, and psychiatric services MHP’s assist individuals in remaining out of inpatient care setting by assisting in maintaining stability within their communities.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individual/group therapy treatment in office and in the community, setting using a stage-based model
- Utilize safe crisis prevention techniques as deemed appropriate
- Document treatment data/results that are clinically relevant on progress notes and submit in a timely manner (within 24 hours of each encounter)
- Complete member paperwork/assessments per company/program guidelines
- Complete recurrent assessments within the regulated timeframes
- Assist/participate in client psychiatric evaluations and medication checks, understanding symptomology and managing symptoms
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and other miscellaneous meetings, as necessary
- Collaborate with other providers to secure appropriate aftercare/discharge services and community linkages supports during the course of treatment (county, housing, MH/MR, and all other providers involved)
- Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise treatment goals and plans in collaboration with client and team members in accordance with regulated timeframes
- Assist clients in finding safe and affordable housing
- Coordinate detoxification services with external inpatient service providers and establish linkage to self-help programs as needed
- Assist clients in budgeting and daily living skills to maintain stability in home and community settings
- Transport clients when necessary
Pre-employment screening:
- Complete criminal background
- Name checked in the registries (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
- Drug testing
- Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements
- Proof of employment history or references (if required)
- Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals
We offer the following benefits to employees:
- Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
- Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
- Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
- 401(k) retirement savings program
- Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
- Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
- Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
- Contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits
EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
About RHA:
At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.
For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Mental Health Professional Jobs
Target employers with established sponsorship infrastructure
Large hospital systems, university counseling centers, and federally qualified health centers sponsor mental health roles far more consistently than private practices. These organizations have HR and legal teams experienced with H-1B petitions and LCA filings.
Understand how licensure affects your visa timeline
State licensure requirements vary significantly. Some states issue temporary or provisional licenses to internationally trained applicants, which can satisfy H-1B specialty occupation requirements while you complete supervised hours toward full licensure.
Pursue National Health Service Corps loan repayment programs
NHSC sites, which include federally designated shortage areas, frequently sponsor mental health professionals. These employers are motivated to hire and retain qualified clinicians, making them more open to visa sponsorship than typical outpatient settings.
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
H-1B approval for mental health roles requires a specific degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field. A general liberal arts or unrelated graduate degree, even at master's level, will not satisfy the specialty occupation requirement.
Factor in credential evaluation for foreign degrees
If your graduate degree was earned outside the U.S., your employer's immigration attorney will need a credential evaluation confirming equivalency to a U.S. master's degree. Arrange this early, as it is required before the LCA can be filed with the Department of Labor.
Consider O-1B if you have notable professional recognition
Mental health professionals with published research, clinical leadership awards, or recognized contributions to the field may qualify for the O-1 visa. This pathway has no annual cap or lottery, making it a reliable alternative to the H-1B.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do mental health professionals qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Yes. Roles such as licensed clinical social worker, licensed professional counselor, and clinical psychologist qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa standards because they require at least a master's degree in a specific field. Employers must file a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor before petitioning USCIS. The role must require, not merely prefer, a relevant graduate degree.
Does my state license need to be active before my employer can file an H-1B petition?
Not necessarily, but it depends on your state and the specific role. USCIS generally requires that you hold or be eligible for the required state license at the time of filing. Many states issue provisional or temporary licenses to candidates who have completed graduate training but are still accruing supervised hours, which can satisfy this requirement. Your employer's immigration attorney should confirm what your state accepts.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor mental health professionals for a work visa?
Hospital systems, Veterans Affairs facilities, university counseling centers, community mental health centers, and federally qualified health centers are the most consistent sponsors. These organizations have legal infrastructure for immigration filings and a strong incentive to fill clinical shortages. You can browse open sponsored mental health roles directly on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for visa-sponsoring employers.
Can I get sponsored on a visa if I completed my psychology or counseling degree outside the United States?
Yes, provided your foreign degree is evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. master's degree or higher in the relevant field. Your employer's immigration attorney will commission a credential evaluation from an accredited service. If your degree is in a closely related field but not an exact match, the attorney may use a combination of education and professional experience to establish specialty occupation eligibility.
Is the H-1B lottery the only option for mental health professionals seeking visa sponsorship?
No. Mental health professionals employed by nonprofits, universities, or government research institutions may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B positions, which bypass the lottery entirely. Separately, those with demonstrated research output, clinical leadership, or peer recognition in their field may qualify for the O-1A visa. Both pathways are worth exploring with your employer before assuming lottery-dependent sponsorship is the only route.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Mental Health Professional jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.