Clinical Therapy Specialist – Behavioral Health

University of Arkansas System

Clinical Therapy Specialist providing therapeutic services within Behavioral Health Service Line at UAMS. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and clinical assessments.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeLittle Rock • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, case managers, and social workers, to coordinate patient care
Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards
Conducts comprehensive clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor client progress
Provides individual and group therapeutic services to clients using evidence-based practices
Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related mental health field
4+ years of clinical experience, including at least 2 years of experience in the specialty area for the position
Experience in crafting standards of practice for Licensed Associate Counselors (LACs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), Licensed Master Social Workers (LMSWs), and Licensed Certified Social Workers (LCSWs)
Licensed by Arkansas Professional Board - Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Able to follow oral and written instructions and communicate with others effectively
Ability to document services provided
Understanding of regulatory and compliance organizations/agencies
Excellent customer relations skills
Understands and abides by confidentiality policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

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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Hard Skills & Tools

clinical documentationclinical assessmentstreatment plansevidence-based practicesstandards of practice

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationcustomer relationsability to follow instructionsconfidentiality

Certifications

Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW)Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)