What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Therapist & Referral Specialist position at Florida Atlantic University?
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Position Summary:
Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Mental Health Therapist & Referral Specialist. - Boca Raton, FL.
The Mental Health Therapist & Referral Specialist is responsible for providing mental health services to enrolled students (i.e., conducting initial assessments and determination of treatment needs; conducting individual, couples, and group psychotherapy; conducting crisis counseling).
Summary of responsibilities:
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Minimum Qualifications:
A master's degree from an accredited institution in Social Work.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA standards.
Previous work experience in a University setting, community clinic, healthcare environment, or in research is preferred.
Ability to handle complex crises and/or clinical situations.
Demonstrate awareness and value of culturally-responsive mental health practice.
Valid license to practice in the State of Florida under Florida Statute 491 or license eligible within 3 months of hire.
Salary:
$78,000 - $86,000 annually.
Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)
College or Department:
Division of Student Affairs
Location:
Boca Raton
Work Days and Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some nights and weekends are required.
Application Deadline:
2026-05-07
Special Instructions to Applicant:
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.
For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs.
Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account.
Position Summary:
Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Mental Health Therapist & Referral Specialist. - Boca Raton, FL.
The Mental Health Therapist & Referral Specialist is responsible for providing mental health services to enrolled students (i.e., conducting initial assessments and determination of treatment needs; conducting individual, couples, and group psychotherapy; conducting crisis counseling).
Summary of responsibilities:
- Work with students to provide referrals to external agencies.
- Provide outreach services to the university community and develop liaison relationships across the University with a goal of primary prevention and psychoeducation on mental health concerns.
- Provide clinical supervision to Master's trainees.
- Complete administrative tasks, provide outreach to the university community, engage within the University and Division of Student Affairs, and provide clinical supervision to trainees.
- Serves as Essential Personnel and provides assistance in the event of a campus emergency.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:
- Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
- State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
- State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
- Sick Leave Pool Program.
- Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
- Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
- Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
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Minimum Qualifications:
A master's degree from an accredited institution in Social Work.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA standards.
Previous work experience in a University setting, community clinic, healthcare environment, or in research is preferred.
Ability to handle complex crises and/or clinical situations.
Demonstrate awareness and value of culturally-responsive mental health practice.
Valid license to practice in the State of Florida under Florida Statute 491 or license eligible within 3 months of hire.
Salary:
$78,000 - $86,000 annually.
Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)
College or Department:
Division of Student Affairs
Location:
Boca Raton
Work Days and Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some nights and weekends are required.
Application Deadline:
2026-05-07
Special Instructions to Applicant:
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.
Salary : $78,000 - $86,000