Clinical Therapist III - Student Affairs

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University seeks a licensed mental health professional to provide direct psychological services to FIU students. The role includes crisis intervention, assessments, and treatment planning in a university setting.

The successful candidate will hold a Florida license (LCSW/LMFT/LMHC) and possess a Master’s in Social Work or a related field, with at least five years of experience and a commitment to campus mental health outreach.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related mental health provider discipline with five years of experience.
• Mental Health License in Florida: LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct psychological services to students, including individuals, couples, and groups.
• Conducts clinical assessments and formulates diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Provides emergency assessments, crisis intervention, and intakes.
• Completes intake summaries, assessments, progress and termination notes.
• May act as Chair/Co-Chair for committees and coordinate programs.
• Develops and presents educational programs, seminars, and workshops.
• Participates in departmental research and campus outreach.
• Collaborates with staff and community organizations to deliver therapies and support services.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Ethical practice

Evidence-based treatment

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or related mental health provider discipline

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

Provides mental health services in response to the individual's needs.

• Provides direct psychological services to university students/clients including individuals, couples, and group counseling. Conducts clinical assessments and formulates diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Provides emergency assessments, crisis intervention, and intakes for students. Provides consultations to family members and campus community constituents.
• Completes intake summaries, psychological assessments, emergency evaluations, progress notes, and termination summaries according to the established policies and procedures.
• Provides on call for crises and emergencies that may fall outside normal business hours (including evenings and weekends) and may be required to work later than scheduled to meet student needs.
• May act as Chair and/or Co-Chair for committees, coordinates programs (e.g., group, workshops, assessments), and perform other duties that support the overall functioning of the department.
• Develops and presents educational programs, seminars, and workshops to students.
• Participates in departmental research.
• Participates in outreach to both assist in the delivery of mental healthcare information to the FIU community as well as increase the visibility of CAPS across campus.
• Collaborates with departmental staff, other departments, and community organizations to provide therapeutic, advocacy, and support services to FIU students.
• Supports the mission, vision, goals, and objectives of the department and the University.
• Performs other related duties as required or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related mental health provider discipline and five (5) years of appropriate experience.
• Mental Health License - Florida includes:
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker or
  • Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist or
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Desired Qualifications

• Florida Dept. of Health Qualified Supervisor Certificate.
• Demonstrated understanding of ethical and legal issues in mental health practice.
• Knowledge and experience with evidence-based treatment modalities such as Solution Focused Therapy.
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in crisis intervention and consultation with collateral parties.

Job Category

Administrative

Advertised Salary

$67,000-$72,000

Work Schedule

Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Fingerprinting Check
• Expanded Background Check

Other Information

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Travel to FIU Campus
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affíative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or [e-mail]. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.