Extended Job Title
Sr. Mental Health Clinician-Montford
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr
Org Level 7
691501 - Psych Montford 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
39527BR
Optional Attachments
Professional/Personal Reference
Travel Required
None
Pay Grade Maximum
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected
Major/Essential Functions

• Communicates respectfully with team members and supervisor in a timely manner utilizing direct, complete, and adequate information.
• Dependability - on time for treatment team, arranges coverage, notifies team members of absences.
• Scheduling - Patient's ITP's are reviewed based on timeframes stipulated in current policies and pertaining to release planning.
• Contribution- reports relevant information regarding inmate’s symptoms in context of the current DSM to corroborate diagnoses of record and current level of functioning so treatment teams can adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Coordination-assists in the interviewing of inmates and other staff members using professional and assertive verbal/non-verbal communication.
• Staff member monitors each offender patient prior to a tx team review.
• Manages treatment team referrals.
• Demonstrates knowledge of therapeutic approach and creates and maintains positive therapeutic environment.
• The clinician serves as and demonstrates knowledge of the patient advocate's role in representing the inmate's right to refuse treatment in accordance with procedural hearings.
• Documents using appropriate forms in the EMR, professional language, supports clinical assessment with objective information/observation, and avoids jargon.
• Serves as and demonstrates knowledge of the non-treating mental health professional's role and responsibilities in conjunction with the hearing for non-emergency compelled medication.
• Crisis Management: Evaluate for appropriateness for potential inpatient services and either refer to Diagnostic and Evaluation or discharge back to unit of assignment. May include crisis counseling and/or assessment of potential harm to self or others.
• Attends / participates/ completes training required to meet requirements set forth by TTUHSC, TDCJ and TSBSWE.

About Managed Care:
Since 1989, 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

Take care of yourself and your family. Enjoy some of the best benefits in the state of Texas:

• 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
Pay Basis
Monthly
Work Location
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a correctional environment.
• Licensed in the state of Texas to practice independently: LPC, LCSW, LMFT

Campus
HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care
Department
Psych Montford Unit
Required Attachments
Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV
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 by supervisor.
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

• Master’s degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• 2 years experience as a Mental Health Clinician.

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.