Lead Clinical Therapist - BHSL Walker Family Clinic

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Closing Date:

08/20/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Psychiatry

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

ICE | BHSL WFC Clinical SW

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Clinical Therapist – Lead in the Behavioral Health Service Line’s Walker Family Clinic will provide direct clinical services such as diagnostic assessment, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and crisis intervention to patients. The Lead works directly under the supervision of the Walker Family Clinic Clinical Therapist Supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
• At least 3 years of direct clinical behavioral health experience
• Licensed by Arkansas Professional Board - Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of direct clinical outpatient behavioral health experience
• Evidence-based treatment background, trauma-informed care model
• Understanding of EPIC

Additional Information:

Job Requirements:

•  The Lead will have the added responsibility of assisting with the referral process, including reviewing referrals, educating providers on the internal referral process, assessing and confirming continuity of care for established patients, and assisting providers with external referrals, as recommended.
• The Lead will provide support to Walker Family Clinic Clinical Therapists, not limited to, but including the following: maintaining community resource listing for internal customers, assisting with internal transfers, training new employees, staffing challenging cases, responding to clinic crisis calls and emergent needs onsite.
• The Lead will assist the Clinical Therapist Supervisor by providing supervision with the Clinical Therapist Supervisor and/or Program Manager are out of the office.
• The Lead will assist with EMR scheduling needs and HR functions as requested by the Clinical Therapist Supervisor.
• This position requires the ability to make decisions related to treatment planning.
• The Lead must understand mental health diagnosis and treatment.
• The Lead will be responsible for maintaining a caseload, including contacting patients and discharging as appropriate. Adaptable technological skills are required.
• In addition, the Lead will be responsible for ongoing communication with their supervisor and other members of the treatment team.
• The Lead will participate in staff meetings, trainings, supervision, and continuing education activities, as needed, to maintain quality provision and coordination of care, as well as professional licensure and/or certification.
• Direct and indirect clinical services are provided in the office (unless remote work agreement is available upon hire).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Stand: Frequently

Sit: Frequently

Walk: Occasionally

Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently

Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs

Push and pull weight: 25 lbs

Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently

Talk: Continuously

Hear: Continuously

Taste or smell: Occasionally

Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously

Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Adult Maltreatment, Annual TB Screening, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Standing, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Pulling, Pushing

Benefits Eligible:

Yes