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Mental Health Counselor is a recognized TN visa occupation under USMCA, open to Canadian and Mexican citizens with a master's degree or higher in counseling or a related field. Canadians can present their offer letter at the U.S. border, while Mexicans apply through a U.S. consulate—making credential verification and state licensure the first practical hurdle for most candidates.
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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
Mental health first responders serving Salt Lake County residents for on-demand, in-person crisis intervention, de-escalation, suicide risk assessment, and connection to behavioral health resources. Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) clinicians engage with key community stakeholders such as law enforcement, fire/EMS, shelters, businesses, and private citizens. Receive dispatch referrals for in-person response from the Utah Crisis Line (988) and directly from 911 partners for immediate deployment. Operate in teams of 2 for community-based safety and required billing purposes. Act as the behavioral health first responder on scene (and often only responder on scene) with the goal of avoiding law enforcement/EMS response to behavioral health emergencies unless there is a physical safety concern present on scene. This position is partnered with and offers on-scene supervision to a peer specialist (Certified Peer Support Specialist, Family Peer Support Specialist, or bachelor’s level Certified Crisis Worker).
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
- Immediately responds to deployment request from Utah Crisis Line (988) dispatchers and/or 911 dispatchers for in-person, crisis and behavioral health emergency situations. Expected response time is arriving on scene within 30 minutes of law enforcement requests and within 60 minutes of community member requests.
- At the direction of MCOT dispatchers, triages and prioritizes community response based on highest acuity behavioral health emergencies.
- Following provided training and certification, acts as a mental health officer of the Salt Lake District Court to assess patients’ risk of harm to self/others and determine if involuntary commitment criteria is met for further assessment and/or hospitalization.
- Engages with the patient, family/friends, other first responders (to include law enforcement/EMS), and other individuals on scene to coordinate crisis intervention and collaborative emergency care.
- Follows all behavior management, de-escalation strategies, and crisis intervention protocols and procedures.
- Develops and implements individualized crisis response and safety plan to meet the needs of each patient (and their families as applicable) and coordinates with applicable community partners on contingency plans in case of behavioral health crisis escalation.
- Assesses and provides for the patient’s behavioral health and social needs through connection to the appropriate level of behavioral health care and community referrals based on departmental training, as well as hospital and State policy and emergency service protocols.
- Attends safety training which involves local law enforcement and/or University of Utah Health Safety and Security, as well as required training around situational awareness, risk assessments for both the patient and others, and appropriate response to potential on scene weapons or illegal substances.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Ability to communicate verbally as well as in writing.
- Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with external partners while abiding by all confidentiality laws and pertinent codes of conduct.
- Maintain clinical competency and resource knowledge required to meet changing services/supports, community, and industry trends.
- Must have strong problem-solving skills.
- Must be detailed oriented and organized.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adapts well to change.
- Is able to assess and stabilize different ages and stages of development/lifespan and different cultural backgrounds and experiences.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrate effective de-escalation techniques and utilization of crisis intervention skills.
- Ability to assist patients and their families with treatment adjustments including but not limited to working closely with local, state and federal agencies to ensure the patient receives the appropriate assistance.
Qualifications
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 license to practice as an Associate Clinic Mental Health Counselor in the State of Utah.
- Current license to practice as a Certified Social Worker in the State of Utah.
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Experience working with community resources, instructing and supervising bachelor’s level professionals, Certified Peer Support Specialists, Family Peer Support Specialists, interns, and other caseworkers.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This position involves intermediate work that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects while providing patient care to those requiring psychiatric care.
- Requires manual dexterity, balance, eyesight, and hearing.
- Incumbents in this position may be subjected to hazardous chemicals, adverse weather conditions, communicable diseases and possible verbal and physical abuse due to people being under the influence of illicit drugs or having undiagnosed/diagnosed mental health condition(s).
- Outreach and engagement may take place in locations not intended for human habitation.
- This position will drive a mobile unit vehicle or other vehicle (that is provided by the department). In the off-chance department vehicles are under maintenance, staff may be asked to drive their personal vehicles and may submit mileage reimbursement for shift-related driving.
Physical Requirements
Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Speaking, 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 84338
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Sun-Wed 10am-8pm
Location Name Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI)
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department HMH ENT 93F MOBILE CRISIS
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
Mental health first responders serving Salt Lake County residents for on-demand, in-person crisis intervention, de-escalation, suicide risk assessment, and connection to behavioral health resources. Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) clinicians engage with key community stakeholders such as law enforcement, fire/EMS, shelters, businesses, and private citizens. Receive dispatch referrals for in-person response from the Utah Crisis Line (988) and directly from 911 partners for immediate deployment. Operate in teams of 2 for community-based safety and required billing purposes. Act as the behavioral health first responder on scene (and often only responder on scene) with the goal of avoiding law enforcement/EMS response to behavioral health emergencies unless there is a physical safety concern present on scene. This position is partnered with and offers on-scene supervision to a peer specialist (Certified Peer Support Specialist, Family Peer Support Specialist, or bachelor’s level Certified Crisis Worker).
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
- Immediately responds to deployment request from Utah Crisis Line (988) dispatchers and/or 911 dispatchers for in-person, crisis and behavioral health emergency situations. Expected response time is arriving on scene within 30 minutes of law enforcement requests and within 60 minutes of community member requests.
- At the direction of MCOT dispatchers, triages and prioritizes community response based on highest acuity behavioral health emergencies.
- Following provided training and certification, acts as a mental health officer of the Salt Lake District Court to assess patients’ risk of harm to self/others and determine if involuntary commitment criteria is met for further assessment and/or hospitalization.
- Engages with the patient, family/friends, other first responders (to include law enforcement/EMS), and other individuals on scene to coordinate crisis intervention and collaborative emergency care.
- Follows all behavior management, de-escalation strategies, and crisis intervention protocols and procedures.
- Develops and implements individualized crisis response and safety plan to meet the needs of each patient (and their families as applicable) and coordinates with applicable community partners on contingency plans in case of behavioral health crisis escalation.
- Assesses and provides for the patient’s behavioral health and social needs through connection to the appropriate level of behavioral health care and community referrals based on departmental training, as well as hospital and State policy and emergency service protocols.
- Attends safety training which involves local law enforcement and/or University of Utah Health Safety and Security, as well as required training around situational awareness, risk assessments for both the patient and others, and appropriate response to potential on scene weapons or illegal substances.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Ability to communicate verbally as well as in writing.
- Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with external partners while abiding by all confidentiality laws and pertinent codes of conduct.
- Maintain clinical competency and resource knowledge required to meet changing services/supports, community, and industry trends.
- Must have strong problem-solving skills.
- Must be detailed oriented and organized.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adapts well to change.
- Is able to assess and stabilize different ages and stages of development/lifespan and different cultural backgrounds and experiences.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrate effective de-escalation techniques and utilization of crisis intervention skills.
- Ability to assist patients and their families with treatment adjustments including but not limited to working closely with local, state and federal agencies to ensure the patient receives the appropriate assistance.
Qualifications
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 license to practice as an Associate Clinic Mental Health Counselor in the State of Utah.
- Current license to practice as a Certified Social Worker in the State of Utah.
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Experience working with community resources, instructing and supervising bachelor’s level professionals, Certified Peer Support Specialists, Family Peer Support Specialists, interns, and other caseworkers.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This position involves intermediate work that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects while providing patient care to those requiring psychiatric care.
- Requires manual dexterity, balance, eyesight, and hearing.
- Incumbents in this position may be subjected to hazardous chemicals, adverse weather conditions, communicable diseases and possible verbal and physical abuse due to people being under the influence of illicit drugs or having undiagnosed/diagnosed mental health condition(s).
- Outreach and engagement may take place in locations not intended for human habitation.
- This position will drive a mobile unit vehicle or other vehicle (that is provided by the department). In the off-chance department vehicles are under maintenance, staff may be asked to drive their personal vehicles and may submit mileage reimbursement for shift-related driving.
Physical Requirements
Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Speaking, 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 84338
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Sun-Wed 10am-8pm
Location Name Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI)
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department HMH ENT 93F MOBILE CRISIS
Category Social Services
Workplace Set Up On-site
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Mental Health Counselor
Verify your state licensure before applying
TN visa sponsorship for Mental Health Counselors requires active U.S. state licensure or eligibility for it. Research the licensing board requirements in your target state early, since reciprocity rules and exam requirements vary and can delay your start date.
Get your foreign credentials evaluated formally
Canadian and Mexican counseling degrees must be evaluated by a NACES-approved credential evaluation service before most employers will sponsor you. A course-by-course evaluation confirming a master's-level equivalency removes the most common employer objection upfront.
Target employers with active visa sponsorship experience
Search Migrate Mate to find Mental Health Counselor roles at employers with recent visa filings, so you're approaching organizations already experienced with sponsoring work visas rather than educating HR from scratch.
Focus on hospital systems and federally funded clinics
Federally Qualified Health Centers and large hospital networks hire Mental Health Counselors under structured HR processes and are more familiar with visa sponsorship than private practices, which often lack the administrative capacity to manage work visa requirements. These larger organizations typically have experience sponsoring workers on various visa types and established procedures for supporting applicants through the sponsorship process.
Confirm employer support letter requirements before accepting offer
Your TN status is tied to the specific employer, worksite, and job duties you present at your port of entry. If your role involves multiple clinic locations or telehealth across state lines, confirm with your employer that their support letter clearly documents all work locations you'll service before you arrive at the border or consulate.
Prepare a degree-to-role alignment letter for Canadians
Canadian citizens entering at the port of entry need documentation that ties your counseling degree directly to the offered role. A one-page letter from your employer explaining how your credentials match the TN occupational category accelerates CBP review significantly.
Mental Health Counselor TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mental Health Counselor qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Mental Health Counselor is listed as a qualifying occupation under the USMCA TN category, provided you hold at least a master's degree in counseling, psychology, or a directly related field. Your employer will need to prepare a support letter documenting the role requirements and your qualifications. For Canadian citizens, you'll present this letter at the U.S. port of entry; for Mexican citizens, your employer will submit it with your application at a U.S. consulate.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Mental Health Counselors?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can apply and start work without waiting for a selection round. H-1B visa is subject to an annual cap and a lottery, meaning most applicants wait over a year before they can begin. For Canadian Mental Health Counselors, TN is almost always the faster and more predictable path to U.S. employment.
Can I use Migrate Mate to find Mental Health Counselor jobs that offer TN sponsorship?
Yes. Migrate Mate filters Mental Health Counselor roles by employer experience with visa sponsorship, so you're only seeing companies that have recently sponsored work visas and understand the sponsorship process. That removes the back-and-forth of approaching employers unfamiliar with visa-sponsored hiring, who may not be prepared to write the required support letter or navigate the TN requirements.
Do I need a U.S. state license before my employer can sponsor my TN visa?
Most TN sponsorships for Mental Health Counselors require either an active state license or documented eligibility for one. Some employers will extend an offer contingent on you obtaining licensure before your start date, but CBP expects the role to meet the professional standard at the time of entry. Confirm your employer's specific requirement before presenting your credentials at the port of entry.
Can Mexican citizens get TN sponsorship as Mental Health Counselors, and is there a cap?
Mexican citizens are eligible for TN sponsorship as Mental Health Counselors under USMCA, but the TN category for Mexican nationals does have an annual numerical limit, unlike the unlimited allocation for Canadian citizens. Applications are processed through a U.S. consulate rather than at the border, and USCIS handles the petition, so planning around consular appointment availability is part of the timeline.