Other Hourly Professional/Support- Licensed Human Services Practitioner

Other Hourly Professional/Support- Licensed Human Services Practitioner University of South Florida - 4.1 Saint Petersburg, FL Job Details Part-time 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Master's degree in social work Mental health stabilization Master's degree in education Clinical crisis intervention assessment Student emotional support Intake Academic institution experience Master's degree in special education Individual therapy Master's degree in psychology Working with individuals with mood disorders Mid-level Community outreach Student social support University campus clinic experience Working with individuals with trauma-related disorders Counseling University counseling center experience Master's degree in human services Psychology Human Services Marriage & Family Therapy Psychiatric disorder emergency response Experience at colleges/universities Social Work Master's degree in mental health counseling School counseling services facilitation 2 years Working with individuals with anxiety disorders Group therapy instruction Full Job Description This position will provide direct intervention, outreach and consultation services to USF students who seek mental health treatment at the USF Counseling Center. Individual and group counseling services are provided to students experiencing a broad range of mental health concerns, including adjustment difficulties, depression, anxiety, responses to trauma, academic difficulties, and challenges with social interaction. This is a part time, temporary position not to exceed December 1st, 2026. Selected candidate will work on the USF St. Petersburg campus approx. 24 hours per week. Provides psychotherapy for individuals, groups, and intimate partners, presenting with a wide range of psychological concerns. Assesses presenting concerns through Counseling Services at the Wellness Center's intake and assessment process. Provides crisis intervention at primary, secondary, and tertiary levels, including involuntary hospitalization, USF community consultation, and post-incident debriefing. Utilize intervention strategies designed to treat a wide range of mental health concerns. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications:

Each position assigned to this classification must require specific training at the master's degree level in Education, Special Education, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy or other field appropriate to the program content. Licensure in the State of Florida is a requirement.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prefer at least three (3) years of experience working in higher education counseling centers. SB1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed: (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree; (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree; (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree; (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.

Background Checks:

This position will require a level 1 or level 2 background check. ADA Accommodations during

Application Process:

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Contact the ADA Lead to coordinate your accommodation request. Working at USF With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts. About USF The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu . Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under

Federal Employment Laws :

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.