Mental Health Clinician
- Employer
- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
- Location
- Amarillo
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Mental Health Clinician
Instititution
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr
Org Level 7
691001 - Amarillo Clements Unit
Position Description
This 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.
Requisition ID
36529BR
Travel Required
None
Pay Grade Maximum
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.
Major/Essential Functions
- Detection of severe mental illness in all Outpatient interactions.
- Offender Risk Management
- General Outpatient management of severely mental ill and at risk offenders.
- Processes referrals to medical and mental health providers.
- Processes referrals to Crisis Management.
- Correct and thorough completion of all types of clinical interviews.
- Reports Inmate Protection Investigation (IPI) and offender threats to others to security as instructed by Safe Prisons Plan.
- Processes releases from Mental Health Observations (MHO)/Constant Direct Observation (CDO).
- Assessments written based upon balanced clinical judgment.
- Effectively prioritizing job duties while maintaining risk management as a priority.
About Managed Care:
Since 1989, Texas Tech University Health Science Center (TTUHSC) Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-based culture in all we do. You can learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care by visiting our website HERE.
This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the Values of TTUHSC:
- ONE TEAM: Unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our mission
- KINDHEARTED: Exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping hands, and a positive attitude
- INTEGRITY: Be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is looking
- VISIONARY: Nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit
- BEYOND SERVICE: Create and deliver positive defining moments
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Training
- Continuing Education
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Retiree Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Leadership Program
- State Pension
Grant Funded?
No
Pay Grade Minimum
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.
Pay Basis
Hourly
Schedule Details
Monday Thru Friday
Work Location
Amarillo
Campus
HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care
Department
Amarillo Clements Unit
Job Type
Full Time
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.
Job Group
Behav Health Care Professional
Occasional Duties
Other duties as assigned.
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications
Education:
* Master’s degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.
Organization
TTUHSC operates five schools, multiple online programs and numerous facilities across the state of Texas, with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas, and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa), in addition to our flagship campus in Lubbock, Texas.
As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing world-class patient care to the surrounding communities. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.
What We Stand For: Inclusion, Vision & Values
Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of a supportive community that empowers each individual and embraces all cultures, races, backgrounds, abilities and identities. Diversity and Inclusion are not just important—they are essential to our mission and integral to our purpose.
Five core values—One Team, Kindhearted, Integrity, Visionary, Beyond Service—drive everything we do. Through our Values-Based Culture, we are committed to promoting an exceptional, inclusive & equitable workplace.
Our Vision: “Transform health care through innovation and collaboration.” Here, everyone plays a vital role.
Compensation & Benefits
TTUHSC proudly provides many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance at no charge to the employee, paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and state holidays) and substantial automatic retirement contributions.
Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal wellness and professional growth, including:
Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
Leadership and Professional Development Programs
Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay
We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Nationally-recognized as a "Great College to Work For,” TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!
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