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Behavioral Health Counselor (BHC) Natick, MA Provide Compassionate Support in a Community-Based Behavioral Health Setting A dedicated behavioral health program is seeking a Licensed Professional ...

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Behavioral Health Counselor (BHC) Natick, MA Provide Compassionate Support in a Community-Based Behavioral Health Setting A dedicated behavioral health program is seeking a Licensed Professional ...

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Natick, MA · On-site

Behavioral Health Counselor (BHC) Natick, MA Provide Compassionate Support in a Community-Based Behavioral Health Setting A dedicated behavioral health program is seeking a Licensed Professional ...

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Natick, MA · On-site

Behavioral Health Counselor (BHC) Natick, MA Provide Compassionate Support in a Community-Based Behavioral Health Setting A dedicated behavioral health program is seeking a Licensed Professional ...

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Behavioral Health Counselor

Natick, MA · On-site

Behavioral Health Counselor (BHC) Natick, MA Provide Compassionate Support in a Community-Based Behavioral Health Setting A dedicated behavioral health program is seeking a Licensed Professional ...

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Behavioral Health Counselor

Natick, MA · On-site

Behavioral Health Counselor (BHC) Natick, MA Provide Compassionate Support in a Community-Based Behavioral Health Setting A dedicated behavioral health program is seeking a Licensed Professional ...

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Behavioral Health Counselor

Natick, MA · On-site

Behavioral Health Counselor (BHC) Natick, MA Provide Compassionate Support in a Community-Based Behavioral Health Setting A dedicated behavioral health program is seeking a Licensed Professional ...

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Behavioral Health Counselor

Natick, MA · On-site

Behavioral Health Counselor (BHC) Natick, MA Provide Compassionate Support in a Community-Based Behavioral Health Setting A dedicated behavioral health program is seeking a Licensed Professional ...

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How much do behavioral health counselor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for behavioral health counselor in the United States is $57,425.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a behavioral health counselor?

A Behavioral Health Counselor is a licensed mental health professional who helps individuals manage emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues. They use evidence-based techniques such as talk therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and other interventions to support clients in improving their well-being. Behavioral Health Counselors work with people experiencing issues like anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and stress, and they may practice in settings such as hospitals, community centers, or private practices. Their goal is to empower clients to develop coping skills and make positive changes in their lives.

What is a behavioral health counselor?

As a behavioral health counselor, you help clients to overcome behavioral issues and improve their quality of life. Your job duties include assessing new patients, creating a treatment plan, and monitoring progress. You may offer a range of mental health therapies, such as cognitive behavior therapy or positive self-talk, to help your clients change harmful behaviors and negative thought patterns. You may also work in conjunction with a clinical doctor to prescribe medications such as antidepressants or focus aids for regulating the brain.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a behavioral health counselor?

To thrive as a Behavioral Health Counselor, you need a solid understanding of psychological theories, counseling techniques, and typically hold a relevant degree with state licensure or certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), standardized assessment tools, and crisis intervention systems is often required. Exceptional active listening, empathy, and strong interpersonal communication skills help build trust and rapport with clients. These competencies are essential for providing effective support, facilitating positive behavioral change, and ensuring client safety in sensitive mental health environments.

What are some common challenges behavioral health counselors face when working with diverse client populations?

Behavioral Health Counselors often encounter challenges such as language barriers, cultural differences, and varying attitudes toward mental health when working with diverse client populations. Adapting therapeutic approaches to respect cultural values and beliefs while maintaining effective treatment can be complex. Counselors must also stay informed about community resources and engage in ongoing cultural competency training to provide the best support for all clients. Building trust and rapport in these contexts requires patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.
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Infographic showing various Behavioral Health Counselor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,425 per year, or $27.6 per hour.

REMOTE - Behavioral Health Counselor

Impact Behavioral Counseling, LLC

Lynchburg, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, PTO

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Job description

Pathway Healthcare is a leading behavioral health organization dedicated to providing comprehensive care for individuals facing mental health challenges and substance abuse issues. We believe in a holistic approach to treatment, addressing both physical and mental well-being to foster lasting recovery and wellness.

We value our team members and want our team members to experience a positive culture where they feel valued. Our team members have access to health benefits, including Teladoc that is free to all full-time employees, as well as PTO, and paid holidays. If you are passionate about helping people and want to be part of a team where you will be valued and have the opportunity to grow, then send us your resume!

POSITION ROLE

The Behavioral Health Counselor's role is to provide best in class behavioral therapies to patients with a wide range of mental health conditions and substance use disorders using proven treatment modalities including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Care, and Stages of Change Therapy. Pathway Healthcare's model for treating addiction diseases includes and is equally dependent on Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) and behavioral health counseling and treatment. The Behavioral Health Counselor is critical to Pathway's mission To Help People.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • By focusing on own behaviors and providing appropriate suggestions, contribute to building and maintaining a culture that supports Pathway's mission, WE HELP PEOPLE.
  • Build and maintain knowledge related to the growing and evolving evidenced based treatment practices in addiction counseling.
  • Provide outpatient counseling services to individuals, couples, families, groups, as well as part of an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) setting.
  • Prior to each session, review the patient's electronic medical record to be aware of any needs, changes in treatment plan, medication, or care since last visit.
  • Create a comfortable, relaxed, trusting environment to encourage patients to speak openly about their emotions and perspectives.
  • Complete clinical assessments on each new and existing patient as necessary, using validated assessment tools and collaborate with the patient to determine the most appropriate behavioral health treatment plan.
  • Provide patients with empathetic and compassionate behavioral health care in the office setting and/or via TeleHealth.
  • After each session, record pertinent patient information into the patient's electronic medical record, to include progress note, diagnosis, clinical opinions, and updated treatment plan, if needed.
  • Complete administrative tasks to ensure the continuous flow of pertinent patient information to and from other treating providers.
  • The person in this role will need to complete a minimum of 25 Patient Facing Hours each week.
  • Manage a case load of 120-160 patients
  • Collaborate with in-house Medical Doctors, Psychiatrists, and Patient Care Coordinators.
  • Office hours will be 8am-5pm Monday – Friday.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Each Behavioral Health Counselor, to provide the highest level of behavioral health treatment available to patients, and to meet each state's licensure requirements must have obtained a Master's Degree in social work or another clinical counseling field and be independently licensed in the state they will be working, possessing the following credentials and be in good standing:

  • Alabama
    • LICSW
    • LPC
  • Mississippi
    • LCSW
    • LPC
  • Tennessee
    • LCSW
    • LPC, MHSP
  • Texas
    • LCSW
    • LPC
  • Louisiana
    • LCSW
    • LPC
  • Virginia
    • LCSW
    • LPC

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