Behavioral Health Provider (O-3/O-4/O-5 Billet) Non-Supervisory

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement; Los Fresnos (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is seeking a Behavioral Health Provider to deliver mental health assessment, counseling, and case management for detainees. Responsibilities include clinical evaluation, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.

This non-supervisory position requires a doctoral or master's degree, a clinical license, and a minimum of two years' experience. The role is restricted to USPHS officers and CAD candidates.

Qualifications

• Requires doctoral or master's degree in psychology.
• Clinical license is required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Non-supervisory position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical evaluation and treatment planning for detainees.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Educate staff on behavioral health best practices.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams.
• Document care and monitor progress in treatment plans.

Skills

Superior communication

Leadership

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Integrity

Cultural competency

Education

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Master's degree in Psychology

Job description

Behavioral Health Provider delivers mental health assessment, counseling, and case management for ICE detainees. Duties include clinical evaluation, treatment planning, crisis intervention, staff education, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams. Requires doctoral or master's degree, clinical license, and 2+ years' experience. This position is non-supervisory.

This position is only open to USPHS officers and Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates.

COMPETENCIES:

1. Superior oral/written communication skills
2. Leadership skills
3. Active listening skills
4. Strong interpersonal skills
5. Strong organizational and time management skills
6. Strong problem solving, judgment and decision-making skills
7. Integrity/honesty
8. Cultural competency

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. This position is considered a hazardous duty assignment.
2. Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 5 minutes and maintain balance.
3. Required to walk briskly/jog up to quarter mile.
4. Required to perform CPR/emergency care while standing or kneeling.
5. Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging detained non-citizens or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, pulling, wheeling, or carrying someone who weighs significantly more oneself to safety)
6. Must be able to see, hear and smell with aids if necessary.
7. Must easily alternate between kneeling and standing.
8. Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds.
9. Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time [6-8 hours].
10. Must perform the duties of job in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations.