Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm
Advertised Salary $62,400 - $64,500 Posting Date 08/29/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 10/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants
We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Mental Health Counselor II FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in counseling psychology or a related field and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
UHC Minimum:

• Master's degree in social work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• Must have at least an associate license in the State of Georgia (LMSW, LAPC, LAMFT)
• Must apply for full licensure within 90 days of meeting State clinical and supervisory hour requirements.
• 2 or more years' experience in the evaluation and treatment of individuals whose age and psychological development are similar to traditional and non-traditional college students.

UHC Preferred:

• Independent licensure in GA by start date (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, PsyD, PhD)
• CPR/AED certification required within first year of employment.
• Training and 2 years or more of experience working with individuals from various backgrounds
• Skill and/or interest in preventive psychological education and outreach programs.
• 1 year or more of experience working in a college counseling center.

Position Summary
The Mental Health Professional II is an integral member of the CAPS Professional Staff. Clinicians will provide primary, secondary, and tertiary services to eligible members of the UGA community, within the CAPS scope of service. These services include group, individual, crisis interventions, outreach, and consultation. Clinicians provide mental health evaluations, formulation of conceptualization, diagnoses, treatment plans, crisis intervention, and internal/external referrals as needed for best care. Services are delivered in accordance with UHC/CAPS policies and procedures. Clinicians follow professional and organizational standards for care and documentation. All are valued team members who participate in performance improvement initiatives and are actively involved in team activities, i.e. required meetings, committees. Team members demonstrate respect for all while maintaining inclusive attitudes and appreciation of individual aspects of diversity.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Two years of clinical background in a college or university counseling or mental health setting.
• Training and skills in providing telehealth services.
• Advanced skill with disorders typically seen at a university counseling service.
• Background and familiarity with accreditation (JC, APA, IACS) requirements and standards.
• Competence and background in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Knowledge or interest in mental health outreach programming.
• Ability and interest in working in a setting involved in the training and supervision of counseling and psychotherapy to students in training or post-graduate professionals.
• Background in providing supervision of counseling and psychotherapy.
• Competence and background in using an electronic health record.

Physical Demands
Sitting for extended periods, talking, hearing corrected to normal, corrected visual acuity adequate to utilize the electronic health record.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Client/Patient Direct and Support Services:

• Clinical evaluation and counseling/psychotherapy to groups, couples, and individuals, provides crisis counseling, consultation and limited student outreach.
• Provide clinical supervision of new staff, as well as treatment planning, coordinating, referral, and documentation.

Percentage of time 65 Duties/Responsibilities
Training:

• Active involvement in all training programs including supervision of trainees, and educational activities

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Outreach and Community Engagement: Provide

• Provide service through clinical workshops and liaison services to students, students groups, and members of the UGA community.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Administrative Tasks and Meetings:

• Be an active, respectful, and engaged member of CAPS & UHC teams and work groups.
• Actively seek to improve services to eligible members of the UGA community.
• Participating in PI projects.
• Attend staff and other assigned meetings/committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Professional Development & Peer Consultation:

• Attend staff and other assigned clinical meetings/committees.

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Celine McNelis-Kline Recruitment Contact Email [email protected] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents