Senior Clinical Therapist - Behavioral Health Service Line Outpatient

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Closing Date:

08/13/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Psychiatry

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)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

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Department:

ICE | BHSL WFC Clinical SW

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Senior Clinical Therapist in the Behavioral Health Service Line (BHSL) Walker Family Clinic and Odyssey Clinic will provide direct clinical services such as diagnostic assessment, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and crisis intervention to patients using evidence-based interventions. Direct and indirect clinical services are provided in the office unless remote work agreement is available upon hire.

The Senior Clinical Therapist works directly under the supervision of the Clinical Therapist Supervisor, Program Manager, and/or Clinic Medical Director. The Senior Clinical Therapist must have the ability to make decisions related to treatment planning. They must understand mental health diagnosis and treatment. Adaptable technological skills are required.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Mater's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
• Licensed by Arkansas Professional Board required: Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of direct clinical outpatient behavioral health experience
• Evidenced-based treatment background, trauma-informed care model

Additional Information:

Job Requirements:

• Responsible for ongoing communications with their supervisor and other members of the treatment team.
• Complete clinical and administrative processes and documentation in compliance with relevant policies Participates in staff meetings, trainings, supervision, and continuing education activities as needed to maintain quality provision and coordination of care as well as professional licensure and/or certification.
• Complies with all legal and professional standards and/or guidelines such as mandatory reporting, maintenance of professional licensure in accordance with state licensing boards and ensuring compliance with best practices through continuing education and clinical supervision.
• Provides and appropriately documents direct clinical services including diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, collateral intervention, and crisis intervention.
• Perform other duties as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Stand: Frequently

Sit: Frequently

Walk: Occasionally

Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently

Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs

Push and pull weight: 25 lbs

Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently

Talk: Continuously

Hear: Continuously

Taste or smell: Occasionally

Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously

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Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://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, Substance Abuse Testing

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:

Hearing, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Occasional Physical Activity:

Standing, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes