Correctional Mental Health Clinician

Utmb; Midway (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health Correctional Managed Care delivers mental health evaluation and therapy to underserved patient populations within Texas correctional facilities. The clinician works under supervision to assess, diagnose and treat inmates or detainees with complex needs.

Responsibilities include individual and group psychotherapy, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and collaboration with staff and external agencies. A master’s degree and licensure eligibility are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related field.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Professional Counselor, Psychological Associate, or Social Worker.
• Experience providing mental health services in clinical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interviews, evaluates and diagnoses patients with mental health needs.
• Provides individual and group psychotherapy and crisis intervention.
• Develops, implements and reviews Individual Treatment Plans.
• Completes clinically appropriate and timely documentation.

Skills

Mental health assessment

Crisis intervention

Psychotherapy

Education

Master's degree in Counseling/Psychology/Social Work

Job description

UTMB Health Correctional Managed Care delivers mental health evaluation and therapy to underserved patient populations within Texas correctional facilities. The clinician works under supervision to assess, diagnose and treat inmates or detainees with complex needs.

Responsibilities include individual and group psychotherapy, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and collaboration with staff and external agencies. A master’s degree and licensure eligibility are required for this role.