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Christian Counseling Jobs & Career Tips

Find Christian Counseling Jobs That Fit Your Skills and Calling

Looking for Christian counseling jobs where you can use your training and compassion to help others grow emotionally, mentally, and spiritually?
At ChristianCareerCenter.com, you’ll find opportunities with churches, Christian counseling centers, schools, and nonprofits seeking licensed counselors, therapists, and pastoral care professionals who integrate biblical truth with psychological insight.
Use the tips below to strengthen your job search and find Christian employment that allows you to minister to individuals and families through Christ-centered counseling.

How to Land the Right Christian Counseling Job

1. Target your resume for Christian counseling jobs

Every Christian counseling job is unique. Tailor your resume to highlight your counseling credentials, specialized training (such as marriage and family therapy or addiction counseling), and your approach to integrating faith and psychology. Include measurable outcomes or examples of client growth when appropriate, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
If you’re unsure whether your resume effectively communicates your expertise, review our 14 Keys to Writing a Winning Resume for Christian Jobs or explore our Resume Writing Services for professional assistance.

2. Prepare strategically for your job search

Those using the best job search practices know that success goes far beyond submitting online applications. The most effective Christian counselors tap into the hidden job market, where up to 80% of opportunities are found. They network through churches, Christian counseling associations, and local ministry partnerships to identify openings not publicly listed.
To learn proven strategies for uncovering these opportunities, explore our Christian Job Search Articles. You can also take the Career Fit Test to discover your God-given design, identify your best-fit counseling and ministry roles, and learn how to market your skills effectively.

3. Discover which Christian counseling jobs fit you best

Do you want to find Christian counseling jobs that align with your calling—and discover them faster?
Take the Career Fit Test to gain clarity about your strengths and how they connect with specific counseling and mental health careers. You’ll learn how to:

  • Identify which Christian counseling roles best fit your gifts, experience, and values

  • Create six essential job-search tools (resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and more)

  • Access the hidden job market, where most Christian employment opportunities exist

  • Demonstrate why you’re the right candidate for the role God has prepared for you

By understanding your design, you’ll pursue Christian counseling jobs with confidence and purpose.

Current Christian Counseling Job Openings

Browse the latest Christian counseling jobs, therapy positions, and pastoral care opportunities posted on ChristianCareerCenter.com.

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Dec 09, 2025  
Executive Director Featured
$100,000 - $150,000 yearly
Organization: Center for Individual and Family Therapy Location: Orange County, California  Reports To: Board of Directors  FLSA Status: Exempt (Full-Time)  POSITION SUMMARY The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of CIFT, will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, spiritual guidance, and comfortably and proactively promote the organization. This will ensure the organization fulfills its mission of providing Christ-centered, clinically sound integrated counseling and mental health services to a growing number of individuals, couples, and families in Orange County and beyond. The Executive Director will oversee all aspects of organizational management; however, the ideal candidate will focus extensively on promoting CIFT’s culture and mission both internally and externally with our key constituents. Being a Relational Promoter is essential for this position. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Vision & Leadership Lead the...
Center for Individual and Family Therapy CA, USA Full time
Oct 08, 2025  
Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LPC/LLPC, LMSW/LLMSW) Featured
$50,000 - $150,000 yearly
Job Title: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or LLMSW/LLPC Location: Holt, Michigan Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time About Sanctuary Counseling Sanctuary Counseling is a faith-based private practice dedicated to providing compassionate and professional counseling services. Our team integrates faith into both our workplace culture and therapeutic practices, as desired by clients. Located in Holt, Michigan, we offer a supportive environment for both clients and staff. Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed clinicians to join our team of faith based clinicians! Responsibilities Clinical Services: Provide individual, group, couples, and/or family therapy. Supervision (If applicable):  Supervise LLMSWs and interns, offering guidance and support to foster their professional development. Caseload Management: Maintain a minimum caseload of 15 clients per week for...
Sanctuary Counseling Hybrid (Holt, MI, USA) Full time