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Behavioral Health Counselor 3
About the Role
Pediatric behavioral health counseling for autism and neurodevelopmental disorders. Hybrid in-person/telehealth. Irvine, CA.
Join University of California, Irvine as a Behavioral Health Counselor 3 – Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Irvine, California, United States. Who We Are Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U. S.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pension plan offered.
- Medical Insurance
- Sick and Vacation Time
- Employee Discounts and Perks
- Free CEUs
- Licensing Prep Courses
- PSLF Eligible
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Hybrid position - combination of remote and on-site.
This position offers hybrid flexibility. Work with University of California, Irvine in Irvine, California, United States.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Counselor provides direct clinical care, including individual and group therapy, to pediatric and adolescent patients with neurodevelopmental disorders. They also conduct parent training, provide consultations, and participate in community outreach and educational workshops.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an advanced degree in a related field and a current, valid professional license in California. At least three years of clinical experience working with children and young adults with neurodevelopmental conditions is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Clinical Psychology — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Clinical Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 10% have no call, 52% require no weekends — this position is remote.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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