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Mental Health Specialist

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number S3556P
Home Org Name Psychological Sciences
Division Name College of Liberal Arts
Position Title Mental Health Specialist
Job Class Code CA11 (A-C)
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term Yes
Limited Term Length one-year
Job Summary
The College of Liberal Arts at Auburn University is looking to fill two (2) positions for Mental Health Specialists I, II, III to join our team. The individuals hired will be tasked with providing psychotherapy, including group and individual sessions, to juveniles who have been adjudicated for sex offenses. Additionally, responsibilities will include facilitating psychoeducational groups and conducting family therapy sessions.

This position will be located at Mt. Meigs, AL and is a one-year limited term appointment. Continuation of employment will be contingent upon availability of funding.

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Essential Functions
  • The mental health specialist provides clinical services to adolescents with illegal sexual behavior and their families through a residential program.
  • The primary responsibilities are to help formulate individualized treatment plans and provide comprehensive psychological treatment services and provide individual, group, and family treatment services for juvenile offenders.
Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
  • Level I – Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Professional Counseling or related field with no experience.


  • Level II – Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Professional Counseling or related field with 2 years of experience.

  • Level III - Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Professional Counseling or related field with 4 years of experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Must be licensed or licensed eligible by the State of Alabama in counseling, social work or psychology or eligible for licensure.
Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in recognized mental health field with an emphasis in psychological treatment of adolescents.
  • Experience with mental health issues with adolescents.
  • Experience in conducting psychological treatment with a juvenile offender population.
Posting Detail Information

Salary Range $37,900 - $72,200
Job Category Health/Science
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Mt. Meigs
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 04/17/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.



AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/44893

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Other

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  1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
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  2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:
    • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
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  3. * Do you have a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Professional Counseling or related field?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you have a state licensure in counseling, social work or psychology or eligible for licensure?
    • Yes
    • No