Department: University Health Services
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $83,000 - $90,000/year
Compensation Band: OS-OA07-Fiscal Year 2025-2026
FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
July 20, 2025; Position open until filled.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure consideration, please upload the following with your online application:
• Cover letter which expresses your interest in the position and fully articulates how you meet the minimum qualifications, professional competencies, and any preferred qualifications you may have
• Current resume/CV which includes dates of employment
Applicants will also be asked to submit the name and contact information for three professional references; a current or most recent supervisor (if not currently employed) is preferred. The candidate will be notified prior to references being contacted.
Department Summary
The Division of Student Life supports the university’s academic mission and strategic plan through comprehensive programs and services that promote and advance student learning and success while fostering an inclusive and vibrant campus community. Student Life includes four major portfolios, the Office of the Dean of Students, Experiential Learning & Engagement, Health & Wellbeing, and Division Administration. Key programs and departments within the division include but are not limited to University Health Services, Erb Memorial Union, Physical Education & Recreation, Parent and Family Programs, Major Student Events (Commencement, Homecoming, University Day), Fraternity and Sorority Life, Counseling, Health Promotion, Multicultural and Identity Based Support Services, Student Government Engagement & Success, Student Conduct and Community Standards, and Support for Students in Crisis and Students of Concern.
University Health Services (UHS) is a unit within the Division of Student Life and is a nationally accredited (AAAHC) outpatient clinic providing primary care to students at the University of Oregon. All staff are required to uphold the values of the UHS. This position works in support of the University Health Services mission and vision and is consistent with UO policy. Some aspects of this position may be completed in collaboration with other University departments.
Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Consultant provides urgent and non-urgent direct patient care including crisis intervention, mental health assessments and evaluations, mental health triage, development of treatment plans, and referrals in conjunction with prescribing primary care and psychiatric medical staff. The Behavioral Health Consultant assists in case management and short-term therapy for University of Oregon students independently or in conjunction with other University Health Services (UHS) staff. Decisions on health care assessment and follow-up treatment of patients affect the well-being and life of the student/patient.
This position reports to the Clinical Director of Counseling Services and serves as a member of the case management team. The Behavioral Health Consultant consults and collaborates as appropriate with the UHS clinicians in the delivery of direct patient care. This position works closely with the medical, nursing, counseling, Mental Health Access Team, and ancillary services of UHS for the coordination and delivery of patient care. This position works in collaboration with other UHS therapists to provide ongoing mental health case management, crisis intervention, and limited behavioral therapy.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check and routine screening of Medicaid and Medicare Exclusion Lists. Employee loses eligibility for employment if on the List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE) and/or System of Award Management (SAM). In addition, employee must follow Compliance with UHS policies regarding tuberculosis screening, measles and mumps (MMR), seasonal flu, hepatitis B, and other immunization requirements.
Minimum Requirements
• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a behavioral science field AND experience as a Qualified Mental Health Professional certified by a state-approved certifying entity; OR
• A Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In addition to one of the above qualifiers, candidates must have the following:
• Experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Single Session Therapy, or similar approaches geared toward short term therapeutic approaches
• Two years' work experience with mental health patients in crisis
• Three years’ relevant work or experience in field of expertise
Professional Competencies
• Experience with and/or commitment to working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, in support of an inclusive and welcoming environment
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working with young adults, and/or college students
• Experience working with international students
• Experience working with drug and alcohol dependency and addiction issues
• Experience working with patients with eating disorders
• Experience working with Adult Attention Deficit Disorder assessment and treatment
• Experience working in a collaborative health care setting with professionals of varying backgrounds
• Experience in quality improvement and peer review for mental health cases
• Certified to supervise masters-level therapists toward LPC/LMFT licensures
• Experience providing crisis intervention, including to individuals at risk for suicide and experiencing psychotic or manic symptoms
• Experience in medical and/or college mental health settings
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
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