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Child Therapist roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in psychology, counseling, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it far more predictable than the H-1B visa for Australian mental health professionals ready to work stateside.
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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW) seeks an accomplished leader and scientist to serve as Division Chief of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry for the Department of Psychiatry. The Chief will have the opportunity to significantly build upon the research and academic programs for the division while helping to ensure outstanding mental health care for the children of one of the nation’s fastest growing regions.
It is an exciting time at UTSW and the Department of Psychiatry, with a newly appointed and internationally recognized Chair, Dr. Tarek K. Rajji, and the ongoing support by the State of Texas for specialized programs for child mental health through the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Chief will develop and foster a vision for the Division for the years to come, with a strong focus on developing a robust research portfolio, emphasizing grant-funding, scholarly output, and high-impact journal publications. This role involves fostering an exceptional teaching environment, continuously advancing the medical education curriculum and training programs, while continuing to recruit, train and retain faculty to grow the Division. The Division Chief will partner with the Chief of Service within the Division, to continue building statewide and national relationships for the Department and their clinical partners.
The Division is comprised of 78 faculty, of which 31 are psychiatrists and 47 are clinical psychologists, and includes both a residency (combined 5-year program) and fellowship program. The Department’s nearly 300 faculty have expertise in virtually all areas pertinent to modern psychiatric practice ranging from psychoanalysis to neurobiology to psychiatric epidemiology and boasts a robust program in psychiatric neuroscience, interventional (neuromodulation based) psychiatry and depression research. The Department is one of four clinical departments affiliated with the Peter O’Donnell Jr. Brain Institute, an internationally recognized academic institution (housed within UTSW) and renowned for its research, medical education, and patient care in treating major forms of brain and spine diseases.
Psychiatry services at UT Southwestern are provided at multiple locations, including programs at UT Southwestern University Hospitals, Parkland Hospital, the Dallas Veterans Administration Medical Center, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, the UT Dallas Student Mental Health Center, Children’s Medical Center, Terrell State Hospital, and Metrocare Services at The Bridge, a multipurpose facility dedicated to serving unhoused individuals, as well as outpatient and specialty clinics in the community. The Department also collaborates with several local community agencies to provide expanded care for the greater Dallas/Fort Worth area.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is one of the premier academic medical centers in the nation, especially well-known for both the quality of its science and outstanding clinical care, and fundamentally committed to integrating pioneering biomedical research with clinical care and education. The medical center’s faculty includes many distinguished scientists; among them are 26 members of the National Academy of Sciences, 18 members of the National Academy of Medicine, and 14 Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigators. Since 1985, six members of the UTSW faculty have been recipients of Nobel Prizes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will be an active clinical researcher with a strong record in translational research, proven ability to lead in a complex, matrixed academic enterprise and demonstrated scholarly achievement of national recognition. Applicants must have an M.D./D.O. with board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and be eligible for appointment as an Associate or full Professor. Outstanding PhD candidates will also be considered.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Confidential applications, inquiries, and nominations can be directed to UTSW’s executive search partners Jeff Schroetlin and Megan Welch at WittKieffer via email at UTSWChildPsychiatry@wittkieffer.com.
EEO STATEMENT
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
INTRODUCTION
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW) seeks an accomplished leader and scientist to serve as Division Chief of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry for the Department of Psychiatry. The Chief will have the opportunity to significantly build upon the research and academic programs for the division while helping to ensure outstanding mental health care for the children of one of the nation’s fastest growing regions.
It is an exciting time at UTSW and the Department of Psychiatry, with a newly appointed and internationally recognized Chair, Dr. Tarek K. Rajji, and the ongoing support by the State of Texas for specialized programs for child mental health through the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Chief will develop and foster a vision for the Division for the years to come, with a strong focus on developing a robust research portfolio, emphasizing grant-funding, scholarly output, and high-impact journal publications. This role involves fostering an exceptional teaching environment, continuously advancing the medical education curriculum and training programs, while continuing to recruit, train and retain faculty to grow the Division. The Division Chief will partner with the Chief of Service within the Division, to continue building statewide and national relationships for the Department and their clinical partners.
The Division is comprised of 78 faculty, of which 31 are psychiatrists and 47 are clinical psychologists, and includes both a residency (combined 5-year program) and fellowship program. The Department’s nearly 300 faculty have expertise in virtually all areas pertinent to modern psychiatric practice ranging from psychoanalysis to neurobiology to psychiatric epidemiology and boasts a robust program in psychiatric neuroscience, interventional (neuromodulation based) psychiatry and depression research. The Department is one of four clinical departments affiliated with the Peter O’Donnell Jr. Brain Institute, an internationally recognized academic institution (housed within UTSW) and renowned for its research, medical education, and patient care in treating major forms of brain and spine diseases.
Psychiatry services at UT Southwestern are provided at multiple locations, including programs at UT Southwestern University Hospitals, Parkland Hospital, the Dallas Veterans Administration Medical Center, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, the UT Dallas Student Mental Health Center, Children’s Medical Center, Terrell State Hospital, and Metrocare Services at The Bridge, a multipurpose facility dedicated to serving unhoused individuals, as well as outpatient and specialty clinics in the community. The Department also collaborates with several local community agencies to provide expanded care for the greater Dallas/Fort Worth area.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is one of the premier academic medical centers in the nation, especially well-known for both the quality of its science and outstanding clinical care, and fundamentally committed to integrating pioneering biomedical research with clinical care and education. The medical center’s faculty includes many distinguished scientists; among them are 26 members of the National Academy of Sciences, 18 members of the National Academy of Medicine, and 14 Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigators. Since 1985, six members of the UTSW faculty have been recipients of Nobel Prizes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will be an active clinical researcher with a strong record in translational research, proven ability to lead in a complex, matrixed academic enterprise and demonstrated scholarly achievement of national recognition. Applicants must have an M.D./D.O. with board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and be eligible for appointment as an Associate or full Professor. Outstanding PhD candidates will also be considered.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Confidential applications, inquiries, and nominations can be directed to UTSW’s executive search partners Jeff Schroetlin and Megan Welch at WittKieffer via email at UTSWChildPsychiatry@wittkieffer.com.
EEO STATEMENT
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Child Therapist
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees in psychology or counseling are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 visa purposes. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying to confirm equivalency in writing.
Target employers with state licensure support
Many U.S. states require a separate clinical license to practice as a Child Therapist. Ask prospective employers whether they provide supervised hours and licensure support, as this directly affects your ability to maintain valid E-3 status long-term.
Search for E-3 sponsorship through Migrate Mate
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to find employers with active sponsorship history and handle your LCA filing and consulate preparation from a single platform.
Prioritize employers already familiar with the LCA process
The E-3 requires your employer to file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before your visa interview. Hospital systems, school districts, and large behavioral health networks are more likely to have HR teams experienced with this step than private practices.
Clarify employment type before the offer stage
E-3 status requires a direct employer-employee relationship. Contract or per-diem Child Therapist arrangements through staffing agencies can complicate sponsorship eligibility, so confirm the role is a direct hire before investing time in the application process.
Time your application around state licensure portability
If you hold Australian registration, check whether the U.S. state you're targeting has a licensure compact or expedited pathway for internationally trained therapists. Filing your E-3 before you have a clear licensure pathway can create problems at consulate.
E-3 Visa Child Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Child Therapist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
The most direct way is to use Migrate Mate, which surfaces Child Therapist roles from employers with E-3 sponsorship history. Standard job boards rarely filter by visa type, and cold applications to employers unfamiliar with the E-3 process often stall at the HR stage. Targeting employers who already know how the LCA filing works saves significant time.
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 Child Therapist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy. Roles where a general degree in any discipline would suffice may not meet the specialty occupation standard. Your job offer letter should explicitly state the degree requirement for the specific position.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian Child Therapists?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has no annual lottery, so there's no randomized selection process. The H-1B is capped at 85,000 per year and requires winning a lottery before an employer can even file. For eligible Australians, the E-3 is a substantially more reliable path to U.S. employment as a Child Therapist.
Can I work for a private therapy practice on an E-3 visa?
You can work for a private practice if it can act as a sponsoring employer and complete the DOL's Labor Condition Application process. The challenge is that small practices often lack HR infrastructure to manage the filing. Confirm early that the practice owner is willing to engage with USCIS and DOL requirements before accepting an offer.