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Entry-Level Mental Health Tech and Social Work Jobs

77 entry-level mental health and social work jobs are open today, in 23 states. Read every night from the employers' own job boards, each with its full posting and the pay it states.

Median posted pay $24/hr (39 jobs that state an hourly rate)Updated 28 Oct 2026, 12:47 UTC

Newest entry-level mental health and social work jobs

The newest 77 of 77, newest first; each state's page below lists every one in that state.

BJH Social Work Opportunities (Full-Time & Part-Time)BJC HealthCare · St. Louis, MO · today“...hospital. Minimum Requirements Education Master's Degree Social Work Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Preferred Requirements Experience 2-5 years Benefits and Legal...”$57,304–$93,288/yr
ABA Behavior TechnicianABA Pathways · West Branch, MI and 4 more · today“...who want to grow, learn, and serve others through meaningful work. No experience? No problem! We provide paid training to get you qualified to become a Behavior Technician while build your skills...”$15.83–$26.18/hr
Child Behavioral Health TechUniversal Health Services · Louisville, KY · 1d ago“...GED required. Some college preferred. Years of experience needed – No experience required. Direct patient care experience in a behavioral health setting is preferred. Certifications – Must...”
Substance Use - Peer Support SpecialistBJC HealthCare · St. Louis, MO · 1d ago“...two years. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Certified Missouri Peer Spec Valid Driver's License Preferred Requirements...”$17.75–$25.56/hr
Clinical Therapist IHendrick Medical Center · Brownwood, TX · 2d ago“...Respiratory Therapist Credential NBRC Minimum Work Experience No previous experience Required Licenses/Certifications State of Texas licensure in Respiratory Care Annual renewal of National...”
Behavioral Health TechnicianSSM Health · Midwest City, OK and 4 more · 2d ago“...or a related field, or equivalent years of experience and education EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing and walking. Frequent use of hearing and speech to...”
Social WorkerSSM Health · WI and 6 more · 2d ago“...other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Master's degree in Social Work EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequent reaching, sitting, standing and walking. Frequent use of vision...”
Clinical Trainee TherapistRoots Wellness Center · St. Paul, MN · 5d ago“Clinical Trainee Therapist”
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)GRO Community · Chicago, IL · 5d ago“...Work, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Psychology, or related field No prior experience required; GRO Community provides training Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills...”
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), Entry LevelMatrix Behavior Solutions · Allentown, PA and 5 more · 6d ago“Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), Entry Level”$20–$23/hr
Mobile Crisis - Peer Support Specialist - Evening Shift + alternating weekendsBJC HealthCare · St. Louis, MO · 6d ago“...two years. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Certified Missouri Peer Spec Valid Driver's License Preferred Requirements...”$17.75–$25.56/hr
Residence Counselor - ChildrenPrime Healthcare · Passaic, NJ · 1w ago“...with youth in a group setting, or as above. 6. Bachelor’s Degree – no experience necessary. 7. Basic understanding of mental health services and role of residence counselors in mental health...”
Recreation Therapist - Per DiemYale New Haven Health · Bridgeport, CT · 1w ago“...(NCTRC). Certification is required within one year of employment. EXPERIENCE No experience required. One (1) to two (2) years experience in an academic/large medical center-based practice...”
Behavioral Health Tech (BHT)Advocate Health · Wauwatosa, WI · 1w ago“...Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills within 90 days. Experience Required No experience required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Good verbal and written skills for safe and...”$21.85–$32.80/hr
Behavioral Health TechnicianAdvocate Health · Wauwatosa, WI · 1w ago“...Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills within 90 days. Experience Required No experience required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Good verbal and written skills for safe and...”$21.85–$32.80/hr
Social Worker (PRN)BJC HealthCare · Belleville, IL and 1 more · 1w ago“...hospital. Minimum Requirements Education Master's Degree Social Work Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Preferred Requirements Experience 2-5 years Licenses &...”$27.55–$44.85/hr
Social Worker (PRN) - Emergency DepartmentBJC HealthCare · St. Louis, MO · 1w ago“...hospital. Minimum Requirements Education Master's Degree Social Work Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Preferred Requirements Experience 2-5 years Licenses &...”$27.55–$44.85/hr
Therapist, Adult Outpatient (Mobile)AltaPointe Health Systems · Mobile, AL · 1w ago“...then join us for Open Interviews to meet with a recruiter in person! Experience is not required, as we have positions available at all levels. Thursday, October 8th– 3030 Knollwood Drive in Mobile...”
Therapist, Substance UseAltaPointe Health Systems · Mobile, AL · 1w ago“...then join us for Open Interviews to meet with a recruiter in person! Experience is not required, as we have positions available at all levels. Thursday, October 8th– 3030 Knollwood Drive in Mobile...”
Youth Peer Specialist (Part-Time)AltaPointe Health Systems · Mobile, AL · 1w ago“...then join us for Open Interviews to meet with a recruiter in person! Experience is not required, as we have positions available at all levels. Thursday, October 8th– 3030 Knollwood Drive in Mobile...”
Behavioral Health Therapist, Virtual (H)SSM Health · Remote (United States) · 1w ago“...degree in Behavioral Health or education equivalency for licensing EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant use of hearing to receive oral communication and hear alarms,...”
Behavior Technician – Entry-Level | Paid TrainingCortica · Springfield, Massachusetts · 1w ago“Behavior Technician – Entry-Level | Paid Training”$20.87–$28.00/hr
Entry Level Play Based Behavior TherapistCortica · Los Angeles, California · 1w ago“Entry Level Play Based Behavior Therapist”$20.87–$28.00/hr
Entry Level Behavioral Specialist (Paid Training)Cortica · Glendale, CA · 1w ago“Entry Level Behavioral Specialist (Paid Training)”$20.87–$28.00/hr
Behavior Technician (Entry-Level)Cortica · Mesa, Arizona · 1w ago“Behavior Technician (Entry-Level)”$21.73–$29.15/hr
Entry level ABA TherapistCortica · Lynn, MA · 1w ago“Entry level ABA Therapist”$23.62–$31.69/hr
Entry-Level Behavior Technician – Play-Based TherapyCortica · Burlington, Massachusetts · 1w ago“Entry-Level Behavior Technician – Play-Based Therapy”$23.62–$31.69/hr
Entry Level Behavior Therapist (Paid Training)Cortica · Laguna Beach, California · 1w ago“Entry Level Behavior Therapist (Paid Training)”$21.18–$28.42/hr
Entry Level Play-Based Therapist (Paid Training)Cortica · Mission Viejo, California · 1w ago“Entry Level Play-Based Therapist (Paid Training)”$21.18–$28.42/hr
Mental Health Clinician I - Behavioral Health ServicesWakeMed · Raleigh, NC · 1w ago“...Or Psychology Or Marriage and Family Therapy Or Social Work Required Experience No Experience Required”
Mental Health ProfessionalGRO Community · Springfield, IL and 1 more · 1w ago“...Work, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Psychology, or related field No prior experience required; GRO Community provides training Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills...”
Behavioral Technician TraineeBAYADA Home Health Care · Kihei, HI · 1w ago“Behavioral Technician Trainee”$16/hr
Behavioral Health Technician (MHRT) - Entry Level - FT+PT- FREE HEALTH INSURNACEAlternative Wellness Services · Portland, ME · 1w ago“Behavioral Health Technician (MHRT) - Entry Level - FT+PT- FREE HEALTH INSURNACE”$18–$23/hr
Community Residence Counselor, per diemMass General Brigham · Middleborough, MA · 1w ago“...communication skills Ability to work in collaboration with others. No experience required. One year patient care or related experience preferred, preferably in a psychiatric setting. Driver’s...”$22.28–$29.79/hr
Crisis Intervention SpecialistThe Opportunity Alliance · Portland, ME · 1w ago“...pass a criminal background check Driver’s license and a vehicle No experience necessary – we provide full training! Location Portland, ME (Cumberland County) In-office and community work with...”$23–$25/hr
Crisis Intervention Specialist- Awake OvernightThe Opportunity Alliance · Portland, ME · 1w ago“...pass a criminal background check Driver’s license and a vehicle No experience necessary – we provide full training! Location Cumberland County, Maine Hybrid Remote in Cumberland County, Maine....”$25/hr
Crisis Intervention Specialist- Midcoast RegionThe Opportunity Alliance · Bath, ME · 1w ago“...pass a criminal background check Driver’s license and a vehicle No experience necessary – we provide full training! Location Portland, ME (Cumberland County) In-office and community work with...”$25/hr
Behavioral Health Technician - Adolescent Program - Multiple OpeningsMuir Wood Teen Treatment · Petaluma, CA · 1w ago“...work helping teens and families heal Full training provided—no prior experience needed Career path in behavioral health, counseling, or human services Supportive team alongside therapists,...”$23–$25/hr
Client Services Associate, Behavioral HealthBAYADA Home Health Care · Pennsauken Township, NJ · 1w ago“...with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Clinical experience is not required; relevant personal or professional experience is valued. Strong reliability, professionalism,...”$50,000–$55,000/yr
Peer Support Specialist - Central Adults TeamBJC HealthCare · St. Louis, MO · 2w ago“...two years. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Certified Missouri Peer Spec Valid Driver's License Preferred Requirements...”$17.75–$25.56/hr
Mental Health SpecialistGRO Community · Cleveland, OH and 1 more · 2w ago“...Work, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Psychology, or related field No prior experience required; GRO Community provides training Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills...”
Mental Health Case Manager I - Behavioral Health ServicesWakeMed · Raleigh, NC · 2w ago“...Or Marriage and Family Therapy Or Psychology Or Social Work Required Experience No Experience Required Not Applicable”
Social Worker - Emergency DepartmentBJC HealthCare · St. Louis, MO · 2w ago“...hospital. Minimum Requirements Education Master's Degree Social Work Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Preferred Requirements Experience 2-5 years Benefits and Legal...”$57,304–$93,288/yr
Behavioral Health Technician - FloatSSM Health · Oklahoma City, OK · 2w ago“...or a related field, or equivalent years of experience and education EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing and walking. Frequent use of hearing and speech to...”
Behavioral Health TherapistSSM Health · Oklahoma City, OK · 2w ago“...EDUCATION Master's degree in Behavioral Health or related field EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant use of hearing to receive oral communication and hear alarms,...”
Social Worker, Transplant Program, FT, DaysPrisma Health · Greenville, SC · 2w ago“...Minimum Requirements Education - Master's degree in Social Work Experience - No experience required. Three (3) years post Master's experience in a healthcare setting preferred. Bilingual...”
Mental Health Tech, DaysPiedmont Healthcare · Snellville, GA · 2w ago“...Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral health sciences Preferred Work Experience No experience required Required experience in Behavioral health and/or addictive disease Preferred Licenses and...”
Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)BJC HealthCare · St. Louis, MO · 2w ago“...of care. Minimum Requirements Education Master's Degree Social Work Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Lic Clinical Social Worker Preferred...”$63,024–$102,627/yr
Outpatient Therapist or Clinical TraineeCanvas Health · Cambridge, MN and 1 more · 2w ago“Outpatient Therapist or Clinical Trainee”$60,004–$79,611/yr
Sleep Clinic TherapistWVU Medicine · United States · 2w ago“...degree, and certification to apply for the next level. Level 1 No experience required All respiratory therapists with less than 12 months of experience enter at Level one with a AS, BS, or...”
BJC Home Health - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Alton, IllinoisBJC HealthCare · Glen Carbon, IL · 2w ago“...of care. Minimum Requirements Education Master's Degree Social Work Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Lic Clinical Social Worker Preferred...”$63,024–$102,627/yr
Behavior Specialist - Entry Level - OaklandCenter for Social Dynamics · Oakland, CA · 2w ago“Behavior Specialist - Entry Level - Oakland”$20–$25/hr
Behavior Specialist-Entry Level Psychology Role- Berkeley, CACenter for Social Dynamics · Alameda, CA and 1 more · 2w ago“Behavior Specialist-Entry Level Psychology Role- Berkeley, CA”$20–$25/hr
Behavior Specialist - Entry Level Role - Dublin, CACenter for Social Dynamics · Dublin, CA and 1 more · 2w ago“Behavior Specialist - Entry Level Role - Dublin, CA”$20–$25/hr
Mental Health Technician, MHT - FT - 3PM-11PMScionHealth · Chicago, IL · 2w ago“...psychiatric unit. Licenses/Certifications None required Experience No prior experience required Pay Range: $18.00 - $26.75/Hr ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible...”$18.00–$26.75/hr
ICPR - Case ManagerBJC HealthCare · St. Louis, MO · 2w ago“...& Certifications Valid Driver's License Preferred Requirements Experience No Experience Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family...”$52,083–$84,822/yr
School-Based Mental Health Professional (Licensed Therapist or Clinical Trainee) - Bemidji, MNNorth Homes Children & Family Services · Bemidji, MN · 2w ago“School-Based Mental Health Professional (Licensed Therapist or Clinical Trainee) - Bemidji, MN”$14.50/hr
CM Social Worker MSW - PRN, WeekendsPiedmont Healthcare · Monroe, GA · 3w ago“...Social Work from an accredited social work program is Required Work Experience No experience required Required Licenses and Certifications None Required Accredited Case Manager (ACM) Preferred or...”
Patient Care Manager - Hospice, Martinez, GAPiedmont Healthcare · Martinez, GA · 3w ago“...from a recognized, accredited school of nursing Required Work Experience No experience required Required Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse Georgia State Licensure and/or...”
Social Worker - Care Management, PRN, DaysPiedmont Healthcare · Covington, GA · 3w ago“...Social Work from an accredited social work program is Required Work Experience No experience required Required Licenses and Certifications None Required Accredited Case Manager (ACM) Preferred or...”
Clinical Social WorkerBJC HealthCare · Alton, IL · 3w ago“...of care. Minimum Requirements Education Master's Degree Social Work Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Lic Clinical Social Worker Preferred...”$63,024–$102,627/yr
Social Worker (MSW)BJC HealthCare · St. Louis, MO · 3w ago“...hospital. Minimum Requirements Education Master's Degree Social Work Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Preferred Requirements Experience 2-5 years Licenses &...”$27.55–$44.85/hr
Mental Health Tech Full Time DaysUniversal Health Services · Maumee, OH · 3w ago“...Shift 7am-730pm Do you have a passion to work in behavioral health? No experience necessary, we will train the right candidate! Mental Health Techs conduct safety checks on patients, facilitate...”
Milieu Therapist I (Integrated Health & Aging Program)UPMC · Pittsburgh, PA · 3w ago“...As an MT, every day is an exciting opportunity to make a difference! No prior experience required! We will provide the training, tools and support you need to succeed! We are hiring for both...”$20–$30.55/hr
Residential Counselor OvernightNew England Center for Children · Southborough, MA · 3w ago“...Tuition reimbursement, health & wellness and many more perks No prior experience required — we will train you! What You’ll Need High School Diploma or equivalent, must be 18 years of age...”$18.90–$22.33/hr
Case Management Social Worker - Neuro ExpansionCleveland Clinic · Cleveland, OH · 4w ago“...should possess prior social work experience, though hospital-based experience is not required; however, new graduates will not be considered for these roles. Team members will participate in an...”
Hospital Social Worker TraineeMultiCare Health System · Puyallup, Washington · 1mo ago“Hospital Social Worker Trainee”$39.12–$59.54/hr
Behavior Specialist - Entry Level - ConcordCenter for Social Dynamics · Concord, CA · 1mo ago“Behavior Specialist - Entry Level - Concord”$20–$25/hr
Behavior Specialist - Entry Level - Richmond/Pinole/HerculesCenter for Social Dynamics · Richmond, CA and 1 more · 1mo ago“Behavior Specialist - Entry Level - Richmond/Pinole/Hercules”$20–$25/hr
Behavioral Health Intake TherapistSSM Health · MO and 2 more · 1mo ago“...EDUCATION Master's degree in Behavioral Health or related field EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs....”
Mental Health Associate - ChildUniversal Health Services · Louisville, KY · 1mo ago“...GED required. Some college preferred. Years of experience needed – No experience required. Direct patient care experience in a behavioral health setting is preferred. Certifications – Must...”
Behavior Specialist - Entry Level - TracyCenter for Social Dynamics · Tracy, CA and 1 more · 1mo ago“Behavior Specialist - Entry Level - Tracy”$20–$25/hr
Mental Health Direct Care Professionals - ResidentialThe Opportunity Alliance · Portland, ME and 1 more · 1mo ago“...(Residential Service Technicians) Pay rate: $21.50/hour No experience necessary -- we provide all trainings to become MHRT-1 certified! The Opportunity Alliance is seeking Full-Time and...”$21.50/hr
Entry-Level Behavior Technician – ABA TherapyCenter for Social Dynamics · Granite Bay, CA and 1 more · 1mo ago“Entry-Level Behavior Technician – ABA Therapy”$20–$25/hr
Counselor III, Addictions - NIGHT ShiftDenver Health · Denver, CO · 1mo ago“...Diploma or Certificate Program Pass NCAC II exam Required Work Experience No experience required. Licenses BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required...”$24.06–$33.68/hr
Clinical Therapist - Respiratory - DaysHendrick Medical Center · Brownwood, TX · 1mo ago“...Respiratory Therapist Credential NBRC Minimum Work Experience No previous experience Required Licenses/Certifications State of Texas licensure in Respiratory Care Annual renewal of National...”
Social Worker - Trauma Level 1 Emergency DepartmentSSM Health · St. Louis, MO · 1mo ago“...other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Master's degree in Social Work EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequent reaching, sitting, standing and walking. Frequent use of vision...”

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How many entry-level mental health and social work jobs are open?

77 today, at 30 or more employers in 23 states, the most in Missouri (14), California (12), Illinois (7). This page lists the newest 77; each state's page lists the state's own.

How much do entry-level mental health and social work jobs pay?

39 of them state an hourly rate, with a median of $24 an hour (the middle of each posted range). Each posting states its own range; many pay more after training or a certificate.

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