Supervisor, Behavioral Health Outreach

Job Posting Title:

Supervisor, Behavioral Health Outreach

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Hiring Department:

Department of Psychiatry

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2026

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Dell Medical School is seeking an Supervisor, Behavioral Health Outreach to work for the Child Psychiatry Access Network (CPAN), the Perinatal Psychiatry Access Network (PeriPAN), and other related programs.

The Supervisor, Behavioral Health Outreach will work under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Programs and Clinical Integration to implement CPAN, PeriPAN, and other programs.

CPAN and PeriPAN are interdisciplinary clinical services programs intended to offer primary care clinic providers and OBGYNs prompt access to on-call psychiatrists to provide expertise in assessment, treatment, and referrals for pediatric and/or perinatal patients identified as having a mental health challenge. The Outreach and Strategy Specialist will also work on the Safety-A program, an evidence-based intervention the trains clinicians how to identify and respond to suicide risk.

This is a state and federally funded position sponsored by the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium (TCMHCC). TCMHCC was created by the 86th Texas Legislature to leverage the expertise and capacity of the health-related institutions of higher education to address urgent mental health challenges and improve the mental health care system in this state in relation to children, adolescents, and perinatal women. The University of Texas Dell Medical School (DMS) is a Health Related Institution (HRI) for the TCMHCC.

A flexible working arrangement agreement can be accommodated based upon the needs of the program and with supervisor approval. This position may require occasional work on-site for some of the scheduled work week. Remote work will require reliable internet access and a suitable private workspace free from distractions. This position has an end date of 8/31/2026, but may be renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward goals.

Purpose

The Supervisor, Behavioral Health Outreach will play a crucial role in developing and implementing outreach, external training, stakeholder engagement, referrals, and educational programs aimed at promoting mental health awareness and enhancing mental health literacy among frontline pediatric and perinatal care providers, as well as other community stakeholders. Experience in clinical mental health and medical expertise will be instrumental in delivering evidence-based content, outreach, and support.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development, planning, and implementation of program and outreach strategies to ensure alignment with legislative, institutional, and departmental goals. Oversees the creation of policies, workflows, dashboards, training materials, and promotional assets to support clinical and operational effectiveness. Actively manages and supervises staff, providing regular feedback, mentorship, and support to promote professional growth and team effectiveness. Participates in supervision activities and quality assurance checks to ensure high standards of performance. Offers consultation across teams as needed to foster collaboration and maintain program integrity.

• Represents CPAN, PeriPAN, Safety-A, and associated Consortium programs in various capacities, including tabling, resource fairs, meetings, events, and workshops. Engages with key external stakeholders across the medical, non-profit, government, and educational sectors to promote program visibility and collaboration. Serves as a representative in inter-departmental and inter-institutional engagements and site visits to strengthen partnerships and support program initiatives. Conducts outreach by visiting medical offices (including but not limited to Pediatricians, OBGYNs, Family Medicine). Delivers presentations in collaboration with clinical providers, supporting program awareness and education. Assists with scheduling faculty, clinicians, and staff for outreach-related events, workshops, and meetings.

• Oversees and monitors all outreach projects to ensure consistency, effectiveness, and alignment with legislative mandates and institutional goals. Evaluates outreach practices and program strategies through data review and performance measurement, generating insights and comprehensive reports to inform strategic decision-making. Maintains accurate and timely documentation of outreach activities and data to support reporting, auditing, and continuous improvement efforts.

• Collaborates with the communications team to design and execute outreach initiatives, including presentations, webinars, meetings, and special events that expand program visibility and impact.

• Oversees administrative functions related to program operations, including payment processing, purchasing, contract management, and IT requests, in alignment with departmental and organizational procedures. Manages paper and promotional supply inventory by developing estimates, organizing purchase requests, and coordinating purchase orders. Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least seven (7) years of professional experience, or a master's degree and at least five (5) years of professional experience, coordinating or managing programs

• At least two (2) years of relevant experience in a medical, educational, or non-profit setting

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and accessible manner

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with medical providers

• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail

• Knowledge of state and federal policies, agencies, and/or resources related to pediatric mental health

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of evidence-based practices in mental health

• Experience developing and delivering educational content or workshops

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively

• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and staying informed on advancements in mental health research and treatment

• Proficiency in using digital tools and technology for content creation and workshop facilitation

Salary Range

$75,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

• Use of manual dexterity

• Climbing of stairs

• Lifting and moving

• Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines

• Occasional interstate, intrastate and international travel

• Field work as necessary

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.