Mental Health Clinician

Job Title Mental Health Clinician Position Description This is a responsible professional position with limited administrative and supervisory duties at the unit level. Specific duties include testing, psychological evaluation and diagnostic services as well as counseling assigned patient caseload. This position functions under the supervision of a higher-level licensed psychologist, but the individual has full professional responsibility for higher actions and advice. Location and Employment Details Work Location: Abilene Job Type: Full Time Shift: Day Pay Basis: Hourly Pay Grade Minimum: 19.7 Pay Grade Maximum: 47.28 Travel Required: None Major Functions Assess and identify inmates with severe mental illness and behavioral health needs. Conduct clinical interviews, evaluations, and risk assessments to support treatment planning and inmate safety. Implement risk management procedures to address threats of self-harm, suicide, or harm to others. Coordinate referrals to medical, mental health, crisis management, and behavioral health services. Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation and caseload records. Collaborate with security staff regarding inmate protection concerns and safety-related issues. Support suicide prevention initiatives and other unit-specific behavioral health programs. Manage caseload responsibilities, prioritize duties effectively, and meet established productivity standards. Perform additional behavioral health and administrative duties as needed to support unit operations and inmate care. Required Qualifications Master's degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at #J-18808-Ljbffr