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As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position provides core clinical services within assigned treatment program. The incumbent provides leadership to clinical team and on-site management support in collaboration with the program manager/director.
Corporate Overview: University of Utah Health is an integrated academic healthcare system with five hospitals including a level 1 trauma center, eleven community health centers, over 1,600 providers, and a health plan serving over 200,000 members. University of Utah Health is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. In addition to our clinical delivery system, we have a School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, and College of Health providing education and training for over 1,250 providers annually. We have over 2 million patient visits annually and research grants exceeding $350 million. University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics represents our clinical operations for the larger health system.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Provides safe and appropriate specialized programs.
- Assesses patients, develops and implements treatment programs to meet the goals of treatment services and patient needs.
- Establishes treatment goals.
- Evaluates therapy results and modifies treatment plans accordingly.
- Develops discharge plans in collaboration with patient, family and treatment team members.
- Participates as an active member of the treatment team.
- Participates in the department and service delivery unit's quality improvement programs.
- Evaluates and assists in procurement of needed resources.
- Performs leadership role for therapy teams.
- Provides direct clinical supervision of programs, group work and family education.
- Serves as a liaison with all mental health and legal services as required.
- Assists program manager/director with providing on-site clinical and leadership interventions.
- Provides direct patient care in area of expertise.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
Qualifications
Required
- Four years of progressive leadership experience.
Licenses Required
- Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- One of the following
- Current licensure to practice as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (TRS) in the State of Utah.
- Current licensure to practice as a Master Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (MTRS) in the State of Utah.
- Current registration as an Art Therapist (ATR) with the American Art Therapy Association.
- Current Music Therapy certification through the Certification Board for Music Therapy (MT-BC).
- Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) by the Art Therapy Credentials Board.
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing patient care to those with psychiatric conditions.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 85938
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule MON-FRI
Location Name Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI)
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department HMH CST 93H EXPRESSIVE THERAPY
Category Social Services
Workplace Set Up On-site
Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position provides core clinical services within assigned treatment program. The incumbent provides leadership to clinical team and on-site management support in collaboration with the program manager/director.
Corporate Overview: University of Utah Health is an integrated academic healthcare system with five hospitals including a level 1 trauma center, eleven community health centers, over 1,600 providers, and a health plan serving over 200,000 members. University of Utah Health is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. In addition to our clinical delivery system, we have a School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, and College of Health providing education and training for over 1,250 providers annually. We have over 2 million patient visits annually and research grants exceeding $350 million. University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics represents our clinical operations for the larger health system.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Provides safe and appropriate specialized programs.
- Assesses patients, develops and implements treatment programs to meet the goals of treatment services and patient needs.
- Establishes treatment goals.
- Evaluates therapy results and modifies treatment plans accordingly.
- Develops discharge plans in collaboration with patient, family and treatment team members.
- Participates as an active member of the treatment team.
- Participates in the department and service delivery unit's quality improvement programs.
- Evaluates and assists in procurement of needed resources.
- Performs leadership role for therapy teams.
- Provides direct clinical supervision of programs, group work and family education.
- Serves as a liaison with all mental health and legal services as required.
- Assists program manager/director with providing on-site clinical and leadership interventions.
- Provides direct patient care in area of expertise.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
Qualifications
Required
- Four years of progressive leadership experience.
Licenses Required
- Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- One of the following
- Current licensure to practice as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (TRS) in the State of Utah.
- Current licensure to practice as a Master Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (MTRS) in the State of Utah.
- Current registration as an Art Therapist (ATR) with the American Art Therapy Association.
- Current Music Therapy certification through the Certification Board for Music Therapy (MT-BC).
- Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) by the Art Therapy Credentials Board.
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing patient care to those with psychiatric conditions.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 85938
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule MON-FRI
Location Name Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI)
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department HMH CST 93H EXPRESSIVE THERAPY
Category Social Services
Workplace Set Up On-site
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Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian bachelor's in psychology or social work is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa purposes, but include a credential evaluation letter from a NACES-approved evaluator in your application package to preempt employer hesitation.
Target health systems with existing LCA filing history
Large hospital networks, integrated health systems, and federally qualified health centers file LCAs regularly and have HR teams familiar with the E-3 process. Smaller private practices may have no sponsorship infrastructure, so filter your search toward established healthcare organizations.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation upfront
Behavioral Health Manager positions must require a specific bachelor's degree to qualify as a specialty occupation. When negotiating your offer, confirm the job description explicitly states a degree requirement in behavioral science, clinical psychology, or social work rather than listing it as preferred.
Clarify licensure portability before accepting an offer
State behavioral health licensure doesn't transfer automatically from Australia. Confirm with your prospective employer whether the role requires a U.S. LCSW, LPC, or LMFT license and whether they'll allow a grace period to complete equivalency requirements after your E-3 is approved.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA and paperwork
Once you have a signed offer letter, the LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from LCA submission through consulate preparation, which is particularly useful when your employer has no prior E-3 experience.
Prepare for nonimmigrant intent questions specific to this field
Behavioral health roles are often tied to community programs that attract long-term U.S. residency interest, which consular officers notice. Bring documentation showing your Australian professional ties, such as registration with AHPRA or membership in the Australian Association of Psychologists.
E-3 Visa Behavioral Health Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Behavioral Health Manager jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for Australian professionals searching for Behavioral Health Manager roles with E-3 sponsorship. The platform filters by visa type and role, surfacing employers who have filed LCAs or have active sponsorship infrastructure. Generic job boards don't filter by E-3 eligibility, so you waste time on roles where sponsorship was never on the table.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Behavioral Health Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires a specific bachelor's degree in behavioral science, clinical psychology, social work, or counseling as a minimum entry requirement. The key distinction is that the degree requirement must be tied to the role itself, not just preferred. If the job description accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of field, the specialty occupation standard may not be met and your E-3 application could be challenged.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Behavioral Health Manager roles?
The E-3 is significantly more accessible for this role. There's no lottery, no annual cap pressure, and the 10,500 annual allocation for Australians has never been exhausted. H-1B visa requires entering a random lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate, meaning qualified candidates are rejected purely by chance. For Australian nationals, the E-3 is the more reliable path into U.S. behavioral health leadership.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 as a Behavioral Health Manager?
Yes, but you need to restart the process with the new employer rather than transfer the existing visa. The new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp, which typically requires a consulate appointment in Australia or a third country. You can begin working for the new employer once the new E-3 is approved, so plan your transition timeline accordingly.