Lead Clinical Therapist

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Closing Date:

08/08/2025

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Psychiatry

Job Type:

RegularNo

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.

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Department:

COM | PSY STRIVE Clinical Team

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Lead Clinical Therapist (LCT) at UAMS STRIVE provides direct clinical services, including but not limited to diagnostic assessment, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, collateral intervention, and crisis intervention to patients. Services are provided primarily in the office, community, or home setting based on patient need and pay source permissions. The LCT must meet a clinical productivity/service access expectation as set by the supervisor and the department. S/He completes clinical and administrative processes and documentation in compliance with relevant policies and procedures; and 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 plus 3 years of direct clinical, outpatient behavioral health experience required.

• Current and valid Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) from the Arkansas Professional Board by date of hire.

• Ability to pass CPI Certification if required.

• Ability to pass Child Abuse and Neglect Registry check, State Police background check, and drug test.

• Ability to pass TB screening.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct clinical services that include but are not limited to: Diagnostic assessment, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, collateral intervention, and crisis intervention. This also 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.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), ResumeList of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu 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:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes