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The University of Iowa Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician / Therapist to join Iowa CONNECT, a new SAMHSA-funded program serving adolescents and young adults ages 12–25 who may be at clinical high risk for psychosis.
The Behavioral Health Clinician will provide specialized practice skills in psychiatry assessment, individual psychotherapy, group therapy, consultation, and program development, to aid in the early identification and intervention for young adults with emerging psychosis. This position is embedded within a supportive multidisciplinary team. The clinician will work closely with the Iowa CONNECT Project Director/psychiatrist, other therapists, Community Engagement Manager, Supported Employment and Education Specialist, trainees, and program staff. Specialized training and ongoing consultation in CHR-P assessment and intervention will be provided.
It is a hybrid position combining in-person and remote work within the state of Iowa. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Patient care will be provided both in person and via telehealth and candidates should expect to be in office at least two days per week.
About Iowa CONNECT
Iowa CONNECT is a multidisciplinary specialty program serving adolescents and young adults ages 12–25 who may be at clinical high risk for psychosis, along with their families. The program emphasizes early identification, youth- and family-centered care, shared decision-making, culturally responsive and trauma-informed practice, and helping young people remain engaged in meaningful relationships, school, work, and community life. Team members receive specialized training and work closely together through regular case consultation and program meetings.
The University of Iowa offers comprehensive employee benefits, retirement options, paid leave, professional-development opportunities, and the resources and stability of a major academic medical center and public university. For more information about Why Iowa?, click here.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide individual psychotherapy to adolescents and young adults enrolled in Iowa CONNECT.
- Provide family-focused intervention, psychoeducation, support, and problem-solving with parents, caregivers, and other important supports.
- Conduct diagnostic and clinical assessments and participate in specialized CHR-P assessments, including training in approaches such as the SIPS/Mini-SIPS.
- Conduct ongoing assessment of symptoms, functioning, safety, substance use, family needs, and treatment goals.
- Develop individualized treatment plans using shared decision-making with youth and families.
- Provide evidence-informed interventions for CHR-P, including CBT-informed approaches, psychoeducation, coping and resiliency strategies, and intervention for co-occurring emotional or behavioral concerns.
- Provide family education regarding symptoms, treatment, communication, coping, and supporting the young person’s goals.
- Develop collaborative safety and wellness plans when indicated.
- Monitor symptoms and functioning over time and adjust treatment intensity as clinically appropriate.
- Coordinate care with psychiatrists, primary-care clinicians, schools, community therapists, supported employment and education specialist, and other providers.
- Work closely with the Project Director/psychiatrist on assessment, treatment planning, medication-related coordination, safety concerns, and transitions in care.
- Serve as a consistent clinical point of contact for assigned participants and families.
- Support youth and families transitioning to first-episode psychosis services or other levels of care and help ensure continuity during transitions.
- Participate in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings, case consultation, supervision, and ongoing specialized training.
- Collaborate with the Supported Employment and Education Specialist so that school, work, and functional goals are integrated into treatment planning.
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
- Participate in program evaluation, fidelity monitoring, and quality-improvement activities.
Classification Title: Behavioral Health Clinician, PJB2
Department/Division: Psychiatry
Staff Type: Professional and Scientific
Pay Level: 4A
Type of Position: 60-100%, Specified term, 12 months with possibility of extension
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A Master's degree in counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or another appropriate behavioral-health discipline.
- Must be licensed as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the State of Iowa by hire.
- At least one year of experience providing behavioral-health services to adolescents and their families.
- At least one year of experience providing individual psychotherapy.
- Experience working collaboratively with families or caregivers.
- Experience conducting clinical assessments and treatment planning.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Current valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the University Driving Policy Standards.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Two or more years of experience providing individual and family therapy.
- Experience working with young adults.
- Experience providing family therapy or structured family intervention.
- Experience with psychosis, early psychosis, clinical high risk for psychosis, serious mental illness, or coordinated specialty care.
- Experience using CBT or other structured evidence-based interventions.
- Experience conducting diagnostic or structured clinical assessments.
APPLICATION PROCESS
In order to be considered, applicants must upload a Cover Letter and Resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
Professional references will be required at a later time in the recruitment process.
For more information, contact lori-posey@uiowa.edu.
Additional Information
- Classification Title: Behavioral Hlth Clinician
- Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
- Schedule: Full-time
- Work Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa
COMPENSATION
- Pay Level: 4A
CONTACT INFORMATION
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Lori Posey
- Contact Email: lori-posey@uiowa.edu
INTRODUCTION
The University of Iowa Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician / Therapist to join Iowa CONNECT, a new SAMHSA-funded program serving adolescents and young adults ages 12–25 who may be at clinical high risk for psychosis.
The Behavioral Health Clinician will provide specialized practice skills in psychiatry assessment, individual psychotherapy, group therapy, consultation, and program development, to aid in the early identification and intervention for young adults with emerging psychosis. This position is embedded within a supportive multidisciplinary team. The clinician will work closely with the Iowa CONNECT Project Director/psychiatrist, other therapists, Community Engagement Manager, Supported Employment and Education Specialist, trainees, and program staff. Specialized training and ongoing consultation in CHR-P assessment and intervention will be provided.
It is a hybrid position combining in-person and remote work within the state of Iowa. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Patient care will be provided both in person and via telehealth and candidates should expect to be in office at least two days per week.
About Iowa CONNECT
Iowa CONNECT is a multidisciplinary specialty program serving adolescents and young adults ages 12–25 who may be at clinical high risk for psychosis, along with their families. The program emphasizes early identification, youth- and family-centered care, shared decision-making, culturally responsive and trauma-informed practice, and helping young people remain engaged in meaningful relationships, school, work, and community life. Team members receive specialized training and work closely together through regular case consultation and program meetings.
The University of Iowa offers comprehensive employee benefits, retirement options, paid leave, professional-development opportunities, and the resources and stability of a major academic medical center and public university. For more information about Why Iowa?, click here.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide individual psychotherapy to adolescents and young adults enrolled in Iowa CONNECT.
- Provide family-focused intervention, psychoeducation, support, and problem-solving with parents, caregivers, and other important supports.
- Conduct diagnostic and clinical assessments and participate in specialized CHR-P assessments, including training in approaches such as the SIPS/Mini-SIPS.
- Conduct ongoing assessment of symptoms, functioning, safety, substance use, family needs, and treatment goals.
- Develop individualized treatment plans using shared decision-making with youth and families.
- Provide evidence-informed interventions for CHR-P, including CBT-informed approaches, psychoeducation, coping and resiliency strategies, and intervention for co-occurring emotional or behavioral concerns.
- Provide family education regarding symptoms, treatment, communication, coping, and supporting the young person’s goals.
- Develop collaborative safety and wellness plans when indicated.
- Monitor symptoms and functioning over time and adjust treatment intensity as clinically appropriate.
- Coordinate care with psychiatrists, primary-care clinicians, schools, community therapists, supported employment and education specialist, and other providers.
- Work closely with the Project Director/psychiatrist on assessment, treatment planning, medication-related coordination, safety concerns, and transitions in care.
- Serve as a consistent clinical point of contact for assigned participants and families.
- Support youth and families transitioning to first-episode psychosis services or other levels of care and help ensure continuity during transitions.
- Participate in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings, case consultation, supervision, and ongoing specialized training.
- Collaborate with the Supported Employment and Education Specialist so that school, work, and functional goals are integrated into treatment planning.
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
- Participate in program evaluation, fidelity monitoring, and quality-improvement activities.
Classification Title: Behavioral Health Clinician, PJB2
Department/Division: Psychiatry
Staff Type: Professional and Scientific
Pay Level: 4A
Type of Position: 60-100%, Specified term, 12 months with possibility of extension
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A Master's degree in counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or another appropriate behavioral-health discipline.
- Must be licensed as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the State of Iowa by hire.
- At least one year of experience providing behavioral-health services to adolescents and their families.
- At least one year of experience providing individual psychotherapy.
- Experience working collaboratively with families or caregivers.
- Experience conducting clinical assessments and treatment planning.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Current valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the University Driving Policy Standards.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Two or more years of experience providing individual and family therapy.
- Experience working with young adults.
- Experience providing family therapy or structured family intervention.
- Experience with psychosis, early psychosis, clinical high risk for psychosis, serious mental illness, or coordinated specialty care.
- Experience using CBT or other structured evidence-based interventions.
- Experience conducting diagnostic or structured clinical assessments.
APPLICATION PROCESS
In order to be considered, applicants must upload a Cover Letter and Resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
Professional references will be required at a later time in the recruitment process.
For more information, contact lori-posey@uiowa.edu.
Additional Information
- Classification Title: Behavioral Hlth Clinician
- Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
- Schedule: Full-time
- Work Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa
COMPENSATION
- Pay Level: 4A
CONTACT INFORMATION
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Lori Posey
- Contact Email: lori-posey@uiowa.edu
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Behavioral Health Specialist
Verify your degree meets PERM requirements
PERM filings for Behavioral Health Specialist roles typically specify a bachelor's or master's in psychology, counseling, or social work. Confirm your foreign credentials have been evaluated by a NACES-approved agency before your employer files, since mismatched documentation stalls the PERM audit process.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Hospitals, community mental health centers, and behavioral health networks regularly sponsor foreign workers through PERM. Search DOL disclosure data to identify employers who have filed PERM applications for behavioral health or counseling roles in the past two years.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 before accepting an offer
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree, the employer will likely file under EB-3. A master's degree or specialized licensure can support an EB-2 filing, which may affect your priority date and wait time depending on your country of birth.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter Behavioral Health Specialist openings by green card sponsorship availability on Migrate Mate. The platform surfaces employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history, so you can focus your applications on roles where sponsorship is already established practice.
Confirm your state license transfers before relocation
Behavioral health licensure is state-specific. If your employer is in a different state than where you currently hold a license, start the reciprocity or endorsement process early, since PERM job duties often reference licensed practice and USCIS will scrutinize credential gaps.
Understand the PERM recruitment timeline before negotiating start dates
PERM requires your employer to complete mandatory recruitment steps, including job postings and a supervised recruitment period, before DOL submission. Standard DOL processing currently runs several months, so build at least 12 to 18 months into your timeline before expecting I-140 filing.
Green Card Behavioral Health Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Behavioral Health Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply, depending on the position's requirements. If the role requires a master's degree in counseling, psychology, or a related field, your employer can file under EB-2. Roles requiring only a bachelor's degree typically fall under EB-3. The job description your employer uses in the PERM filing determines which category applies, so the wording matters.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery at the EB-3 level for most countries. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification and USCIS petition processing can take one to three years before you file for adjustment of status, compared to H-1B's faster work authorization start.
What does my employer have to prove during PERM labor certification for this position?
Your employer must demonstrate to DOL that no qualified, available U.S. worker was found after a supervised recruitment period. For Behavioral Health Specialist roles, this includes posting the position with specific minimum requirements tied to the actual job duties. If the recruitment documentation is incomplete or the job requirements appear inflated, DOL can audit or deny the PERM application.
Where can I find Behavioral Health Specialist jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by employment-based green card sponsorship, including PERM and I-140 filing history. Searching by job title on Migrate Mate helps you identify employers who have sponsored behavioral health roles before, which significantly reduces the risk of starting a role with an employer who later declines to file or lacks the infrastructure to navigate PERM.
Does my foreign behavioral health degree count toward the PERM educational requirement?
Yes, but it must be formally evaluated. DOL and USCIS require a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency confirming your foreign degree is equivalent to the U.S. degree specified in the PERM filing. A three-year bachelor's degree from many countries can qualify as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree, but the evaluation must be completed before your employer submits the PERM application.