Behavioral Health Therapist

Job Details Job Posting Title: Behavioral Health Therapist Hiring Department: Department of Psychiatry Position Open To: All Applicants Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA Earliest Start Date: Immediately Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2026 Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS Overview The Behavioral Health Therapist will work as part of an interdisciplinary, team-based program that cares for patients enrolled in the Texas Child Health Access Through Telemedicine (TCHATT) program at Dell Medical School. TCHATT provides telemedicine or telehealth programs to school districts to help identify and assess the behavioral health needs of children and adolescents and provide access to mental health services. This is a state funded position sponsored by the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium (TCMHCC). The University of Texas, Dell Medical School (DMS), is a Health Research Institute (HRI) for the Texas Children's Mental Health Care Consortium. The program and projects of the Dell Medical School, HRI work to address the clinical needs of the programs which address urgent mental health challenges and improve the mental health care system in Texas for children and adolescents. This position has an end date of 08/31/26 renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward goals. Funding is expected to continue. A flexible working arrangement can be accommodated based upon program needs with supervisor approval. Remote work will require reliable internet access and a suitable private workspace free from distractions. Responsibilities Evaluates and provides diagnostic impressions. Formulates treatment plan according to evidence based practices and protocol. Conduct individual, family and/or group therapy sessions, as needed. Monitors patients for suicidal/homicidal intent and ensures patient safety, if necessary. Undertake crisis intervention, as needed. Participates in all supervision, feedback, and quality assurance checks. Maintains client records and performs data entry. Coordinates with referring practitioners, individuals, and family members throughout treatment. Collaborates with project coordinators and administrative assistants to coordinate patient visits. Attends appropriate training workshops, meetings and client staffing, as required. Other Duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Licensed as an LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent practiced clinician in the State of Texas. Three (3) years of professional work experience. Experience working with children, adolescents, and/or family systems. Strong technology skills, including the ability to perform computer tasks and use the electronic health record systems independently. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual (English and Spanish). Proficiency in at least one electronic medical records system, e.g., Athena. Readiness to adopt new techniques and practices as determined by clinical leadership. Salary Range $68,000 + depending on qualifications Working Conditions May work around standard office conditions Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Occasional weekend, evening, and overtime work as needed to meet deadlines Occasional interstate, intrastate, and international travel Field work as necessary This position will initially be remote. The supervisor will assess the operational needs of Dell Medical School and communicate expectations for on-site work, which may be up to 40 hours per week. Work arrangements will be reviewed regularly, and advance notice will be provided for any changes. Remote work requires reliable internet access and a suitable, distraction-free workspace. 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Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. Pay Transparency: UT Austin will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing pay; there are restrictions on disclosing others’ pay in certain contexts. 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