Brief Access and Referral Counselor, LCSW/LPC

Company: University of Texas at Austin
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 19, 2024

Job Description:

Job Posting Title:Brief Access and Referral Counselor, LCSW/LPC----Hiring Department:Case Management & Psychiatric Services----Position Open To:All Applicants----Weekly Scheduled Hours:40----FLSA Status:To Be Determined at Offer----Earliest Start Date:Ongoing----Position Duration:Expected to Continue----Location:UT MAIN CAMPUS----Job Details:This position is for a counselor who will provide a variety of clinical, assessment, and referral services to students at the University of Texas at Austin Counseling and Mental Health Center.General NotesOur mission at Healthyhorns is to enhance the health and well-being of students' bodies, minds and lives in support of their academic and personal goals.Healthyhorns is the umbrella brand encompassing University Health Services, Counseling and Mental Health Center and Longhorn Wellness Center. Together, the departments work to enhance the health and well-being of students' bodies, minds and lives in support of their academic and personal goals.University Health Services (UHS) is an accredited on-campus medical facility dedicated to addressing the diverse healthcare needs of UT Austin students. UHS provides comprehensive services, including general medical care, public health education and specialty clinics.Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC) is an accredited on-campus mental health facility dedicated to supporting the well-being of UT Austin students. CMHC offers a range of services, including assessment and referral, group and individual counseling, psychiatry and well-being services.The Longhorn Wellness Center is the health promotion unit servicing University Health Services and Counseling and Mental Health Center. Staff focuses on educating students about priority college health issues by hosting workshops and events, creating new tools, and collaborating with the campus community to enhance overall well-being.Our mission requires that people of every background can use our services with an expectation of respectful treatment. The University does not discriminate on any basis prohibited by applicable law including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, citizenship status, or veteran's status in recruitment, employment, promotion, compensation, benefits, or training. It is also the University's policy to maintain an environment free from discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.The Division of Student Affairs supports all members of the university community through our mission of developing programs and services that allow everyone to thrive and contribute to the dedicated excellence at the core of our institutional mission.The University of Texas at Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes but not limited to:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidaysPlease visit UT Austin's Human Resources (HR) website at to learn more about the total benefits offered.PurposeThe Brief Access and Referral Team provide a variety of clinical, assessment, and referral services to students at the University of Texas Counseling and Mental Health Center.ResponsibilitiesTriage clients by conducting brief clinical assessments to determine level of care and disposition. Intervene with students in crisis and providing support, resources, and information.
  • Conduct initial assessments of students' presenting concerns.
  • Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation of all service contacts as required by center policies and procedures.
  • Develop and implement a good blend of programmatic interventions which address the psycho-social mental health needs of students as applicableProvide clinical consultation to others on an as-needed basis and seeks consultation when appropriate. Provide urgent care services as necessary to students.
    • Works collaboratively and cooperatively with other mental health professionals on CMHC's multidisciplinary staff and other university departments and organizations
    • Develops linkages with key contacts of the designated population or issue for the purpose of developing and implementing programmatic interventions which generate substantial participation by students.Reviews client record to determine the progress, effectiveness, and appropriateness of treatment services offered. Maintains current, accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with state and federal law, professional ethics, and Counseling and Mental Health Center, CMHC, policies. Coordinates referrals between CMHC and university or community service providers.Assist Associate Director for Access and Referral Services in implementing the CMHC triage system and other clinical services.Other required activities:
      • Attend and participate in departmental and division meetings and staff development programs as assigned.
      • Participates in the prevention and outreach team meetings by contributing new ideas, engaging in problem solving and seeking better ways to impact the mental health needs of students.
      • Comply with all CMHC and UT policies, procedures, and guidelines.Provision of training activities such as individual supervision, preceptorships, apprenticeships, co-leading and supervising therapy groups, and leading trainee seminars. [If applicable.]
        • Provides individual supervision of interns, practicum students, or psychiatric residents.
        • Provides individual supervision of group co-leaders.
        • Supervises interns' supervision of practicum students.
        • Co-leads training seminars.
        • Offers and supervises preceptorships and apprenticeships for interns.
        • Participates on training-related committees.
        • Participates in training activities during the orientation period.
        • Timely signature on clinical documentation and communication with supervisor of relevant issues.Other related functions as assigned.Required QualificationsLicense Requirement
          • Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker or Professional Counselor in the State of Texas
          • Or if licensed in another state, must be able to obtain license to practice in Texas within one yearEducational Requirements
            • Master's Degree in Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Social Work or other degree which meets eligibility requirement in Texas for licensure.
            • Two years post masters clinical experience in college or university counseling center or other relevant clinical setting.Other Qualifications
              • Experience providing case management, crisis intervention, brief assessment/triage, and care coordination to young adults and/or college students.
              • Experience in high demand outpatient or inpatient health settings.
              • Ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team of mental health providers.
              • Experience proving culturally competent care to a diverse client population.
              • Excellent verbal and communication skills.Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Preferred Qualifications
                • Two years of experience in providing case management, brief assessment/triage, and crisis intervention services.
                • Experience working in a university counseling center.
                • Experience and expertise working with college students who have marginalized identities or historically underutilize mental health services
                • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team of mental health clinicians.
                • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with campus personnel, such as professionals in academic affairs and other student services providers.
                • Demonstrated ability to work within a large system, and to participate and collaborate effectively in a large mental health services agency.
                • Licensed for a minimum of two years.Salary Range
                  • Professional Counselor / Clinical Social Worker:$60,420 + depending on qualificationsWe offer other additional compensation and benefits that will be discussed during the interview:
                    • Professional development reimbursement
                    • License renewal fee reimbursement
                    • On-site CEUs, weekly clinical consultation and professional developmentWorking Conditions
                      • May work around standard office conditions
                      • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
                      • Use of manual dexterity
                      • Exposure to chemicals and commercial items typically found in office, medical clinics, and building repairs/maintenance.Required Materials
                        • Resume/CV
                        • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
                        • Letter of interest detailing the training and employment experiences that qualify you for the position. Specially address how your background meets the preferred qualifications listed above.Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one-page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.----Employment Eligibility:Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----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, as an ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons 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:The University of Texas at Austin 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.----Employment Eligibility Verification:If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.----E-Verify:The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
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                          • [PDF]----Compliance:Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in .The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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