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Mental Health Specialist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a relevant degree in psychology, social work, or counseling. No lottery applies for Canadians, and employers can sponsor new hires or renewals at any time of year.
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Jefferson College of Nursing is seeking qualified applicants with experience in psych mental health nursing to join our team. This full-time, 12-month faculty position is part of the Undergraduate Program, based at our Lehigh Valley Campus in Center Valley, PA. The primary responsibility of this role is to uphold academic integrity through the planning, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and student learning experiences across classroom, laboratory/simulation, and clinical settings.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Interested applicants must possess visionary, creative leadership skills to provide implementation of nursing curriculum within the undergraduate program. Responsibilities include:
- Collaborating with faculty for course planning/projections
- Identifying needed resources
- Overseeing selection of clinical preceptors and clinical sites
- Overseeing student clinical placement and progression
Faculty members collaborate with Chair of Programs, Associate Deans, Dean, and support services to achieve program outcomes.
As a faculty member, the applicant must have enthusiasm for teaching future nurses in the classroom and clinical settings. Faculty members serve as advisors and mentors for students and participate in college meetings and committees. Current practice, scholarship, and service to the community are desired. Strong communication and relationship building skills are essential.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Position Requirements:
- Master’s degree in nursing required. Doctoral degree preferred. Candidates who do not have a doctoral degree must be currently enrolled in a doctoral program
- Eligible/current for licensure to practice professional nursing in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Psych mental health experience required
- Previous teaching experience preferred
- Knowledge and skills related to innovative teaching methodologies, curriculum development, evaluation, and supporting students in their journey to become advanced practice nurses or willingness to plan for acquisition of these skills
- Utilize contemporary and innovative teaching methodologies in classroom, laboratory/simulation, and clinical settings
- Serve on College committee(s) as assigned and participate in College and University activities throughout the year
- Demonstrate evidence of ongoing clinical competency and participate in professional activities related to area of clinical expertise
- Participate in scholarly activities, apart from personal academic pursuits
- Participates in recruitment activities of the College and University
Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the core values of the Enterprise. This is a salaried position with a generous benefit and retirement program. Academic appointment and salary will be commensurate with experience.
LOCATION
Primary Location Address: 3900 Sierra Circle, Center Valley, Pennsylvania, United States of America
WORK SHIFT
Workday Day (United States of America)
WORKER SUB TYPE
Regular
EMPLOYEE ENTITY
Thomas Jefferson University
BENEFITS
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
INTRODUCTION
Jefferson College of Nursing is seeking qualified applicants with experience in psych mental health nursing to join our team. This full-time, 12-month faculty position is part of the Undergraduate Program, based at our Lehigh Valley Campus in Center Valley, PA. The primary responsibility of this role is to uphold academic integrity through the planning, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and student learning experiences across classroom, laboratory/simulation, and clinical settings.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Interested applicants must possess visionary, creative leadership skills to provide implementation of nursing curriculum within the undergraduate program. Responsibilities include:
- Collaborating with faculty for course planning/projections
- Identifying needed resources
- Overseeing selection of clinical preceptors and clinical sites
- Overseeing student clinical placement and progression
Faculty members collaborate with Chair of Programs, Associate Deans, Dean, and support services to achieve program outcomes.
As a faculty member, the applicant must have enthusiasm for teaching future nurses in the classroom and clinical settings. Faculty members serve as advisors and mentors for students and participate in college meetings and committees. Current practice, scholarship, and service to the community are desired. Strong communication and relationship building skills are essential.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Position Requirements:
- Master’s degree in nursing required. Doctoral degree preferred. Candidates who do not have a doctoral degree must be currently enrolled in a doctoral program
- Eligible/current for licensure to practice professional nursing in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Psych mental health experience required
- Previous teaching experience preferred
- Knowledge and skills related to innovative teaching methodologies, curriculum development, evaluation, and supporting students in their journey to become advanced practice nurses or willingness to plan for acquisition of these skills
- Utilize contemporary and innovative teaching methodologies in classroom, laboratory/simulation, and clinical settings
- Serve on College committee(s) as assigned and participate in College and University activities throughout the year
- Demonstrate evidence of ongoing clinical competency and participate in professional activities related to area of clinical expertise
- Participate in scholarly activities, apart from personal academic pursuits
- Participates in recruitment activities of the College and University
Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the core values of the Enterprise. This is a salaried position with a generous benefit and retirement program. Academic appointment and salary will be commensurate with experience.
LOCATION
Primary Location Address: 3900 Sierra Circle, Center Valley, Pennsylvania, United States of America
WORK SHIFT
Workday Day (United States of America)
WORKER SUB TYPE
Regular
EMPLOYEE ENTITY
Thomas Jefferson University
BENEFITS
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Mental Health Specialist
Verify your credential meets TN standards
TN visa classification for Mental Health Specialists requires a baccalaureate or licenciate degree in a relevant discipline. A social work or counseling degree qualifies, but a general psychology minor on a business degree does not. Confirm your credential category before applying.
Target employers with licensed clinical settings
Hospitals, community mental health centers, and VA-affiliated outpatient programs routinely sponsor TN professionals. These settings already handle USMCA documentation, so your onboarding paperwork follows an established process rather than requiring HR to build one from scratch.
Request a support letter before your border appointment
Canadians can get TN status approved at the port of entry, but you need a detailed employer support letter describing your role, your degree's relevance, and your anticipated start date. Without it, CBP officers cannot adjudicate on the spot.
Search for TN-ready roles using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Mental Health Specialist positions by employers with recent visa filings, so you're not cold-applying to listings at companies unfamiliar with work visa sponsorship. Use it to focus your search on roles where sponsorship experience is already established, making your application to a TN-eligible employer more straightforward.
Address state licensure before your start date
Most U.S. states require a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential to practice independently. Your TN status is federal, but your ability to bill and supervise clients depends on meeting state board requirements, which vary significantly by state.
Plan Mexican TN filings through USCIS ahead of time
Mexican nationals cannot use the port-of-entry TN pathway and must file Form I-129 with USCIS. Build in at least three to four months of processing time before your intended start date to avoid gaps between offer acceptance and authorized employment.
Mental Health Specialist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Mental Health Specialist role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, Mental Health Specialist is a recognized TN occupation under USMCA. You need a baccalaureate or licenciate degree in a qualifying field such as psychology, social work, or counseling, and your job duties must align with that credential. Roles that involve general administrative or case management work without a clinical component may not qualify.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Mental Health Specialists?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian professionals, and no waiting period tied to a fiscal year. H-1B visa selection is randomized and capped at 85,000 annually, which means many qualified applicants are never chosen. For Mental Health Specialists whose role and degree align with USMCA categories, TN is a more direct and predictable path to U.S. employment.
Where can I find Mental Health Specialist jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-sponsored roles. It surfaces Mental Health Specialist positions at employers who have already navigated TN documentation, which reduces the back-and-forth of explaining your visa status to recruiters unfamiliar with USMCA sponsorship requirements.
Can I switch employers while on a TN visa as a Mental Health Specialist?
Yes, but your TN authorization is tied to your current employer. If you accept a new position, your new employer must either file a new I-129 petition with USCIS or, for Canadian professionals, you can seek a new TN approval at the port of entry with updated documentation before starting the new role. You cannot begin work with the new employer until authorization is in place.
Does my Canadian or Mexican professional license transfer to the United States?
No. TN status grants federal work authorization, but clinical practice rights are governed by each state's licensing board. A social worker licensed in Ontario or a psychologist registered in Mexico City must apply for the relevant state credential separately. Some states offer provisional licenses while your full application is reviewed, which can help bridge the gap.