Mental Health Clinician

Position Description This is a responsible professional position at the Bell County Jail in Belton, TX. Specific duties include testing, psychological evaluation, and diagnostic services, as well as counseling an assigned patient caseload. This position functions under the supervision of a higher-level licensed psychologist or psychiatrist, but the individual has full professional responsibility for higher actions and advice. Major/Essential Functions Mental health screening and assessment: Completes timely and clinically sound mental health screenings and assessments using approved tools. Manage patient caseload: Effectively manages an assigned caseload by providing consistent clinical contact, monitoring progress, and updating treatment plans as needed. Facilitate counseling sessions: Facilitates individual and group therapy counseling sessions. Documentation: Completes all clinical documentation accurately and objectively. Crisis Intervention: Responds promptly and effectively to mental health crises. Other duties as assigned: Willingly performs all other assignments as directed by the superior. Required Qualifications Master's degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university Preferred Qualifications Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Experience in a correctional environment. Prior experience in counseling or similar roles Required Attachments Resume / CV Benefits TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member: Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more Retirement Plans Wellness Programs Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more. 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center