Mental Health Specialist Position Available In Lee, Alabama

Mental Health Specialist
Auburn University
in Auburn, AL

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Full-Time

Salary:

$40,930

• $77,930

Posted:

04/23/2025

Category:

Counseling and Psychological Services Requisition Number:

S4418

P Home Org Name:

Psychological Sciences Division Name:

College of Liberal Arts Job Class Code:

CA11

Appointment Status:

Full-time Limited Term:

Yes Limited Term Length:

one year Job Summary The College of Liberal Arts at Auburn University is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Specialists

I, II, III

to join our team. The individual hired will be tasked with providing psychotherapy, including group and individual sessions, to juveniles who have been adjudicated for sex offenses. Additionally, responsibilities will include facilitating psychoeducational groups and conducting family therapy sessions. 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. 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 are to help formulate individualized treatment plans and provide comprehensive psychological treatment services and provide individual, group, and family treatment services for juvenile offenders. Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact:

Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

Culture of Excellence:

We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for

You:

Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

Sweet Home Alabama:

The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for

Everyone:

Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! Minimum Qualifications Level I

• Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Professional Counseling or related field with no experience.
  Level II
• Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Professional Counseling or related field with 2 years of experience.
  Level III
• Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Professional Counseling or related field with 4 years of experience.

Minimum License and Certifications Must be licensed or licensed eligible by the State of Alabama in counseling, social work or psychology or eligible for licensure. Desired Qualifications Master’s degree in 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 Range:

$40,930

• $77,930

Job Category:

Health/Science City position is located in Mt. Meigs State position is located AL Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
Auburn University is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and equal opportunity educational institution.
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