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Job Description
Mental Health Clinician
Lubbock
40416BR
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 clinician, but the individual has full professional responsibility for higher actions and advice.
Major/Essential Functions- The MHC communicates clearly and empathetically, using appropriate verbal, written, and non-verbal methods, while maintaining confidentiality and privacy. They assess communication urgency and promptly report any concerns impacting patient care or staff safety to supervisors.
- MHCs collaborate with staff to review and update inpatient treatment plans, attend treatment team meetings, and provide reports on therapy participation and progress. They complete required treatment team notes and arrange coverage if unavailable for scheduled meetings.
- The MHC works to gather accurate historical information about the inpatient (IP), which is essential for making treatment decisions. During each clinical encounter, the MHC assesses the IP's risk factors for suicidality and homicidality, ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), and social, emotional, and psychological functioning. All assessments and evaluations are documented in Pearl using the appropriate Note Builder template and communicated promptly and thoroughly to the treatment team.
- The MHC efficiently processes referrals to specialized programs, SCR, I 214, and returns inmate/family phone calls in a timely and thorough manner. All corresponding documentation is completed in accordance with policy.
- The MHC applies therapeutic knowledge, maintains a positive environment, and follows professional boundaries while adhering to guidelines for individual and group demographics. They ensure curriculum approval, complete documentation by COB, and obtain supervisor approval for any late entries.
- The MHC demonstrates knowledge of the patient's rights during involuntary hearings, including the patient advocate's role in treatment refusal, and the responsibilities of non-treating mental health professionals in I NECM hearings. They are also knowledgeable about the process and procedures for Civil Commitment Hearings and adhere to CMHC policies and Lubbock County Court requirements. Documentation for each hearing is completed by COB, with any late entries requiring prior approval from the direct supervisor.
- The MHC completes work in compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and audit guidelines, including ACA, ORA, and TDCJ standards. They attend required training within expected time frames and maintain up-to-date records verifying compliance with training requirements from TTUHSC, TDCJ, ACA, ORA, and Texas BHEC.
- The MHC responds positively and professionally to supervision, handling constructive criticism with respect. They keep the supervisor informed of both clinical and non-clinical issues.
- The MHC attends training sessions and reads relevant books to enhance their knowledge and skills, applying the content to practice. They use professional development funds for clinical license renewal.
- The MHC demonstrates proficiency in using the Electronic Medical Record, Microsoft Office, TDCJ Micro Focus, and other programs/operations utilized by CMHC and TTUHSC for documentation and communication.
- The MHC participates in committees to improve programs at the John T. Montford Unit, contributes to staff and safety initiatives, and supervises students for licensure. They may present at professional conferences, serve as a TDCJ Certified Spanish interpreter if certified, and complete tasks promptly.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university
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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.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
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Nationally recognized for innovative programs, academic achievement, cutting-edge research and exceptional patient care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center aims to promote a greater health environment for West Texas and beyond. While our flagship campus resides proudly in Lubbock, Texas, TTUHSC operates five schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lubbock and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa).
Like Texas itself, we are an independent and proud institution that is part of a larger union, the Texas Tech University System. As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing the people of West Texas with world-class patient care. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.
Our Mission
As a comprehensive health sciences center, our mission is to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.
Our Values & Culture
Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Our five values guide our actions and principles: Beyond Service, Kindhearted, Integrity, One Team, and Visionary.
Compensation & Benefits
We are proud to offer many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance, paid time off and substantial automatic retirement contributions. Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal 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. Consistently ranked as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education, TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!
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