Job Details

CLINICAL THERAPIST

Posting Number: SRGV8797

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Edinburg, Texas

Department: College of Education and P-16 Integration / Human Development and School Services

FLSA: Exempt

Scope of Job:
To provide specialized assistance and counseling to the University students. Responsible for a variety of professional tasks related to developing, implementing and conducting specialized individual and group psychotherapy in a clinical setting. Uses independent judgment and discretion in diagnosing and formulating clinical treatment plans for clients.

Description of Duties:

• Develops and implements new programs, strategies, and goals for individual mental health, group psychotherapy, advanced level counseling services for couples to address the needs of the University community.
• Coordinates services with other appropriate mental health professionals and resources on and off campus.
• May assist in the coordination and development of the Critical Incident Stress Management Team.
• Administers, scores, and interprets personality assessments, mental health screenings, and psychotherapy client readiness.
• Periodically reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of existing programs and services.
• Adheres to established policies and procedures of the University, UT System, and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
• Maintains appropriate documentation to assure compliance with state law.
• Assesses all referrals, forms, and materials to gauge effectiveness.
• Acts as department representative with internal and external University committees and organizations.
• Develops and conducts presentation as needed.
• Assists in training and supervision of counselor interns and practicum students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received:
General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given:
Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education:
Master’s degree in a mental health related field.

Preferred Education:
N/A

Licenses/Certifications:
Must be licensed or certified in a mental health discipline in the State of Texas or hold a temporary/conditional professional counselor license and are actively working toward licensure (Proof of progress will need to be submitted to the supervisor every 6 months).

Required Experience:
Two (2) years of experience providing mental health counseling.

Preferred Experience:
N/A

Equipment:
Use of standard office equipment

Working Conditions:
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other:
Ability to set and adjust priorities; handles a high volume of work with frequent interruptions; works independently and in a flexible manner to meet changing business requirements. Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills; ability to speak and write clearly and concisely. Seeks to listen and understand views and comments of others.

Physical Capabilities: N/A

Employment Category: Full-Time

Minimum Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date: 02/06/2026

Grant Funded Position: Yes

If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date: 12/01/2027