Clinical Therapist

University of Arkansas; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Mental Health Professional for its STRIVE Clinical Team. The position involves providing clinical services such as assessments, and therapy, while ensuring compliance with departmental policies. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's degree and be licensed by the Arkansas Board. The role offers competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Holiday, vacation, and sick leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement matching contribution

Basic life insurance

Career training and educational opportunities

Merchant discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Must be licensed by the Arkansas Professional Board.
• New graduates welcome with provisional license upon application.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services including diagnostic assessment and therapy.
• Complete documentation in compliance with relevant policies.
• Participate in staff meetings and continuing education activities.

Skills

Diagnostic assessment

Individual therapy

Family therapy

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field

Licensed by the Arkansas Professional Board

Job description

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Closing Date:

07/23/2025
Type of Position: Other Health Care - Psychiatry
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .

Department: COM PSY STRIVE Clinical Team

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties: The Mental Health Professional at STRIVE will provide direct clinical services, including but not limited to diagnostic assessment, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, collateral intervention, and crisis intervention to patients. Clinical services are provided in the office and at assigned schools. Clinician must meet a clinical productivity expectation as set by the supervisor and the department. Completes clinical and administrative processes and documentation in compliance with relevant policies and procedures. Participates in staff meetings, training, supervision, and continuing education activities as needed to maintain quality and coordination of care, as well as professional licensure and/or certification.
Qualifications:

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field required.

• Licensed by the Arkansas Professional Board required (i.e., LMSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC, LPE, LAMFT, or LMFT).

• New Grads Welcome - Must have a provisional license upon application and be

• able to obtain LMSW, LAC, or LAMFT licensure prior to the official start date.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct clinical services. These include but are not limited to diagnostic assessment, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, collateral intervention, and crisis intervention. This includes mandated reporting in compliance with legal and professional standards and guidelines.

• Provides Psychological Testing, if licensure allows, that is consistent with the permission of their Professional State Licensure.

• Completes clinical and administrative processes and documentation in compliance with Medicaid, insurance, Joint Commission, program, and departmental policies and procedures. This may include participation in administrative tasks such as medical record reviews, treatment outcomes projects, and program development projects in addition to direct-service-related documentation.

• Works with administrative support and utilization management staff as needed to facilitate scheduling, prior and continuing review authorization of services, and transfer/referral of clients to other programs as needed.

• Participates in regularly scheduled and as-needed departmental and program staff meetings, training, and supervision.

• Participates in continuing education activities as required to maintain professional licensure and/or certification.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Resume

Optional Documents:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Adult Maltreatment, Annual TB Screening, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity: Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity: Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pushing, Repetitive Motion
Occasional Physical Activity: Driving
Benefits Eligible: Yes