Counselor II - Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences' Childhood Trauma Research Network (CTRN)

Overview UTHealth Houston's Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is hiring a Counselor for its Childhood Trauma Research Network (CTRN). This study aims to connect academic medical centers across Texas and observe youth in the years following a traumatic life event. Children and their caregivers will be asked questions about their child and complete questionnaires on exposure to traumatic events, as well as on emotions and behaviors that may have occurred since the event. Participants will complete a baseline interview, 1-, 6-, 12-, 18-, and 24-month follow-ups. Position Summary The Counselor II provides professional assessment, counseling support, and referral services to clients by independently utilizing and evaluating community treatment resources. Coordinates and monitors client care, manages more complex cases, and supports continuity of services. Key Accountabilities Obtains client and family historical medical data and interprets data obtained to determine possible problem area. Provides professional counseling support to assist clients in understanding their situation and available options. Independently assesses patient needs, identifies primary concerns, and determines appropriate referral recommendations. Provides short-term problem resolution to clients. Makes proper referral recommendations and motivates clients to seek assistance with appropriate community agency. Documents and updates client records and keeps client companies appraised of client problems. Monitors results of treatment and reviews cases for further evaluation to assure continuity of client care and education of client/family. Provides day-to-day guidance and functional oversight to Counselor I staff or interns, as assigned. Participates in research team, conducting research-driven assessments to determine participant enrollment in treatment studies. Performs treatment protocols prescribed by research studies. Performs other duties as assigned. Certification and Skills Advanced knowledge of counseling principles and referral practices Ability to independently assess client needs and recommend appropriate interventions Knowledge of community treatment resources and service networks Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to manage complex cases with minimal supervision Ability to provide guidance to entry-level staff or interns Bilingual Spanish Speaker strongly preferred. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) by Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors required Minimum Education Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Behavioral Sciences or a closely related field required. Minimum Experience 2 Years Of Related Experience Required. Physical Requirements Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive 51.215 and Texas Government Code 411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code. 117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. 791.4. Residency Requirement Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. Benefits 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! Employee Services Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! #J-18808-Ljbffr UTHealth Houston