Specialist, Mental Health I/II/III

Position Details

Requisition Number

S1275P

Home Org Name

Psychological Sciences

Division Name

College of Liberal Arts

Position Title

Specialist, Mental Health I/II/III

Job Class Code

CA11 A/B/C

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

Yes

Limited Term Length

one-year

Job Summary

This position will be located at Mt. Meigs, AL. and is a one-year limited term appointment. Continuation of employment will be contingent upon availability of funding.

Provides psychotherapy, both group and individual, to juveniles who have been adjudicated for sex offenses, as well as psycho education group and family therapy.

Essential Functions

The mental health specialist provides clinical services to adolescents with illegal sexual behavior and their families through a residential program. The primary responsibilities of this individual are to complete initial treatment assessments of juvenile sex offenders, conduct risk assessments, help formulate individualized treatment plans and provide comprehensive psychological treatment services. This position is primarily to provide individual, group, and family treatment services for juvenile offenders.

Education Level

Masters degree from an accredited institution

Field of Study

Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Professional Counseling, or a related field

Years of Experience

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Level I requires Masters degree with no experience. Salary Range: $31,300 – $52,100

Level II requires Masters degree and two years of experience providing mental health services to adolescents.
Salary Range: $35,000 – $58,400

Level III requires Masters degree and four years of experience providing mental health services to adolescents.
Salary Range: $39,300 – $65,500

Education Level

Field of Study

Years of Experience

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Must be licensed or license eligible by the State of Alabama in counseling, social work or psychology. License must be obtained within one year of employment.

Desired Qualifications

Master’s degree in a recognized mental health field with an emphasis in psychological treatment of adolescents; experience with mental health issues with adolescents; experience in conducting psychological treatment with a juvenile offender population.

Salary Grade

31

Salary Range

$31,300 - $65,500

Job Category

Administrative

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Mt. Meigs

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

12/16/2021

Closing Date

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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