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Staff Therapist jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers require a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related clinical field, making the role a solid specialty occupation fit. Sponsors file a certified LCA for each worksite before the I-129 petition, so multi-site roles need separate filings.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $54,000 - Midpoint: $67,500 (Salaried E8)
Department/Organization: 840101 - Counseling Center
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, occasional nights & weekends, must be able to work on-call duty
Note to Applicants: This is a 9-month staff therapist position (August 16 through May 15 of each academic year).
Job Summary: The Staff Therapist II provides clinical services to clients. Completes client assessments. Performs case management and documentation duties. Serves as a liaison among stakeholders.
Additional Department Summary: This is a 9-month staff therapist position (August 16 through May 15 of each academic year). Listed salary range is prorated accordingly. Provides direct counseling services to enrolled University students, outreach and consultation services to members of the University community, and training to students in the mental health professions as needed. Rotates on-call throughout the year for the purpose of crisis intervention services. Works with people in distress and encounters life-threatening emergencies routinely. Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all policies and procedures as contained in the Counseling Center Policy and Procedure Manual. Follows Quality Improvement standards. Demonstrates exemplary attitudes and performance in the areas of teamwork and proactively assisting all constituencies within the scope of the Counseling Center mission. Completes required training related to University policies and procedures, laws, and regulations that create a more hospitable and respectful workplace and safer work environment. Requires some after-hours work.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher in counseling, psychology, or social work and two (2) years of experience in consultation services, group therapy, teaching, outreach, student work, or case management. Licensure in the state of Alabama in good standing; OR licensed in another state and licensure eligible in Alabama with the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire if coming from another state or province.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent judgment and competence in managing critical incidents and communications with others.
- Excellent problem solving, human relations, communication, advocacy, and mental health intervention skills.
- Superior skills in the area of time and task management.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills (word processing and email).
- Ability to effectively interact with University community members for the purpose of program development.
- Ability to work flexible and evening hours.
- Ability to work with multi-cultural populations.
- Thorough knowledge of the myriad factors behind the resolution of psychological problems.
- High degree of sophistication of thought and creativity due to the complex nature of human problems.
- Demonstrated commitment to supporting all students.
Preferred Qualifications: College or University counseling center experience preferred.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.
Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $54,000 - Midpoint: $67,500 (Salaried E8)
Department/Organization: 840101 - Counseling Center
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, occasional nights & weekends, must be able to work on-call duty
Note to Applicants: This is a 9-month staff therapist position (August 16 through May 15 of each academic year).
Job Summary: The Staff Therapist II provides clinical services to clients. Completes client assessments. Performs case management and documentation duties. Serves as a liaison among stakeholders.
Additional Department Summary: This is a 9-month staff therapist position (August 16 through May 15 of each academic year). Listed salary range is prorated accordingly. Provides direct counseling services to enrolled University students, outreach and consultation services to members of the University community, and training to students in the mental health professions as needed. Rotates on-call throughout the year for the purpose of crisis intervention services. Works with people in distress and encounters life-threatening emergencies routinely. Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all policies and procedures as contained in the Counseling Center Policy and Procedure Manual. Follows Quality Improvement standards. Demonstrates exemplary attitudes and performance in the areas of teamwork and proactively assisting all constituencies within the scope of the Counseling Center mission. Completes required training related to University policies and procedures, laws, and regulations that create a more hospitable and respectful workplace and safer work environment. Requires some after-hours work.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher in counseling, psychology, or social work and two (2) years of experience in consultation services, group therapy, teaching, outreach, student work, or case management. Licensure in the state of Alabama in good standing; OR licensed in another state and licensure eligible in Alabama with the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire if coming from another state or province.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent judgment and competence in managing critical incidents and communications with others.
- Excellent problem solving, human relations, communication, advocacy, and mental health intervention skills.
- Superior skills in the area of time and task management.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills (word processing and email).
- Ability to effectively interact with University community members for the purpose of program development.
- Ability to work flexible and evening hours.
- Ability to work with multi-cultural populations.
- Thorough knowledge of the myriad factors behind the resolution of psychological problems.
- High degree of sophistication of thought and creativity due to the complex nature of human problems.
- Demonstrated commitment to supporting all students.
Preferred Qualifications: College or University counseling center experience preferred.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Staff Therapist
Verify your clinical licensure transfers across states
Your H-1B LCA is tied to a specific worksite state, and therapy licensure doesn't transfer automatically. Confirm your degree meets the licensing board's requirements in your target state before accepting an offer, since an unlicensed therapist can't legally practice even with a valid visa.
Document your supervised clinical hours carefully
Many Staff Therapist roles require proof of post-degree supervised hours for both licensure and specialty occupation evidence. Keep detailed logs and employer letters covering hours, supervisor credentials, and clinical setting, as USCIS may request this in a Request for Evidence.
Search employers using Migrate Mate's verified H-1B data
Filter for behavioral health organizations, hospital systems, and community mental health centers with active LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. Employers who've filed for therapist roles before understand the prevailing wage and specialty occupation requirements, cutting negotiation friction significantly.
Target employers with multiple certified therapy LCAs
Hospitals, federally qualified health centers, and large behavioral health networks file LCAs regularly and have established HR processes for H-1B sponsorship. These organizations are more likely to absorb the I-129 filing costs, which USCIS rules prohibit passing to the beneficiary in most cases.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor your salary negotiation
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and worksite county. Pull the Level I through Level IV wage tiers from OFLC Wage Search before interviews so you can confirm the offered salary meets the LCA requirement and flags no compliance risk.
Clarify worksite assignments before the I-129 is filed
If your role involves telehealth or rotating between clinic locations, each physical worksite needs its own certified LCA. Confirm with your employer which sites will appear on the LCA before filing begins, since adding unlisted worksites mid-status requires a new amended petition.
H-1B Visa Staff Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff Therapist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Staff Therapist positions typically require at least a master's degree in counseling, clinical social work, marriage and family therapy, or a directly related clinical field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. USCIS expects the employer's job description to reflect these degree requirements explicitly in the I-129 petition and supporting documentation.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Staff Therapists?
Hospital systems, community mental health centers, federally qualified health centers, university counseling departments, and large behavioral health networks are the most active sponsors. These organizations file LCAs routinely and have HR teams familiar with H-1B compliance timelines. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for therapist roles directly on Migrate Mate.
Can my employer file one LCA if I work across multiple clinic locations?
No. Each worksite location requires its own certified LCA filed with DOL before work begins at that site. If your Staff Therapist role involves rotating between facilities or includes telehealth from a home office in a different county, your employer needs separate LCA certifications for each distinct worksite to remain compliant.
How long does H-1B status last for a Staff Therapist, and can it be extended?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended once for an additional three years, reaching a six-year maximum. Extensions beyond six years require an approved or pending immigrant visa petition meeting specific milestones. Your employer files the extension petition with USCIS before your current authorized period expires.
What documentation should I gather before my employer files the H-1B petition?
Prepare your master's degree transcripts, state clinical licensure certificates, supervised hours logs with supervisor attestation letters, and any national credential certifications such as an NCC or LCSW documentation. Your employer also needs your resume and a detailed job description confirming the role requires your specific degree field, since USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation evidence closely for clinical roles.