Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Position Type:
Education Specialist/Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Date Posted:
2/23/2026

Location:
Region 9 ESC
Job Summary
Serve as the ESC mental health counselor in underserved districts within the Region 9 service area. Job duties will include facilitating training, PLCs, assessments, data collection, and reporting. Provide direct services, technical assistance, and professional development in the areas such as: general mental health, suicide prevention, bullying awareness and prevention, behavior, crisis management, crisis prevention and response, grief and trauma-informed care. Collaboration with LMHAs (Local mental Health Authority) and other community mental health resources.


Qualifications

Education/Certification
Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field required
Master's degree required
School Counseling experience preferred
Valid license in Texas as a Licensed Professional of the Healing Arts (i.e. LPC, LCSW, LMFT) required


Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to develop, coordinate, and deliver professional development face-to-face and virtually
Knowledge in a variety of methodologies and strategies
Comfort with public speaking to small, medium and large groups (face-to-face and/or virtually)
Ability to build relationships, establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve program goals
Knowledge of research-based strategies and resources to address Mental Health and Behavior
Ability to develop and deliver training and technical assistance for educators and students
Ability to interpret data and evaluate program effectiveness
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills


Experience Required
Three years of school counselor and/or experience as a mental health provider required
Experience in delivering mental health/counseling services
All-level experience preferred
Professional development experience preferred


MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Develop, conduct, and/or coordinate professional development and related materials regarding mental health with a focus on general mental health, human trafficking, dating violence, suicide prevention, bullying awareness and prevention, crisis management, grief and trauma-informed care.
2. Provide mental health counseling assistance and support to assigned campuses.
3. Provide support and technical assistance in the areas of mental health and behavior management.
4. Conduct student seminars addressing the topics related to mental health (general mental health, suicide prevention, bullying awareness and prevention), human trafficking, dating violence, crisis management, behavior management, and behavior management.
5. Develop, conduct, and/or coordinate professional development designed to impact student mental health and wellness across all assigned student groups.
6. Provide technical assistance and support designed to impact student mental health and wellness across all assigned student groups.
7. Assist in identifying the needs of all assigned campuses, with an emphasis on targeted/high priority campuses using all data resources.
8. Assist school personnel in the implementation of initiatives related to mental health and substance use prevention by educating personnel in best-practice based programs and research-based practices and other public and private mental health and substance use programs.
9. Build relationships with district personnel and education stakeholders through onsite visits and a variety of communication methods.
10. Provide professional development and technical assistance through face-to-face and/or remote technology, as necessary.


MINOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Maintain appropriate records and correspondence.
2. Assist in the evaluation of program effectiveness.
3. Coordinate with other ESC Departments/Services.
4. Assist with any assigned tasks deemed necessary for the function of the ESC or assistance to clients.


Professional Ethics/Principles
1. Models stellar customer services, professionalism, and courtesy in all interactions with stakeholders.
2. Embodies dependability, drive, flexibility, thoroughness, accuracy, and neatness while completing tasks.
3. Fosters teamwork through collaboration and is eager to assist with efforts across the ESC.
4. Exhibits confidentiality and respect regarding district and ESC personnel, data, and information.
5. Professionally communicates accurate and timely information to all stakeholders.
6. Utilizes technology to increase efficiency and seeks new and innovative technological solutions.
7. Demonstrates professional growth through training and collaboration to enhance job performance.
8. Functions within all policies and procedures of Region 9 ESC.


Equipment Used
Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals
Standard instructional equipment


Working Conditions
Mental Demands
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Frequently work prolonged or irregular hours; weekly travel and occasional statewide travel, work location and hours subject to change due to requirements of flexibility in the work schedule


Region 9 Education Service Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer


FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:


Christi Pirkle


Region 9 Education Service Center


301 Loop 11, Wichita Falls, TX 76306
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