PRN Mental Health Professional

About Us


Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Profile


JOB SUMMARY: Position responsible for participating in the coordination of all systems / services required for an organized, multidisciplinary team approach and assures quality, cost-effective care for the identified patient population.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


1. Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: Masters Degree in Behavioral Sciences or Social Work with Licensure (LPC or LMSW). An LCDC is preferred.
2. Work Experience: Experience in a hospital/health setting preferred
Experience working with patients with chemical use/abuse/dependency counseling and treatment preferred.
3. Equipment Operated: Computer

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Communication Skills:
Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
Bilingual Skills Required: No Languages: Spanish preferred
Writing /Composing (Reports)

2. Other Skills:

Analytical, P.C.


3. Advanced Education:
Advance Training - Specialty:
Bachelors Degree - Major: Accredited Program
Masters Degree Major: M.S.W. accredited graduate school of social work/MA or MS
Accredited Graduate School of Counseling.

4. Work Schedule: Flexible

Benefits & EEOC


Harris Health's benefits program is designed to provide you with more flexibility and choices in meeting your specific needs. Harris Health's benefits program allows you to protect your income in case of illness, death and disability, and to help you save for retirement.

It is the policy of Harris Health to provide equal opportunity for all applicants for employment regardless of political affiliation, race, color, national origin, age, sex, religious creed or disability. Applicants may request any reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in the application process.

Job Category


Allied Health