Correctional Mental Health Clinician - Therapy & Crisis

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Jasper (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking a Mental Health Professional to provide evaluations and therapeutic interventions within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Responsibilities include conducting interviews, developing treatment plans, and implementing quality initiatives.

Applicants should have a master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work, and be licensed or eligible for licensure. The work environment includes prisons, requiring security clearance and pre-employment drug testing.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure in mental health professions.
• Experience in therapeutic intervention and mental health evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health evaluations and therapeutic interventions.
• Contribute to the correctional managed care operation.
• Implement and review individual treatment plans.
• Provide crisis interventions and document patient status.

Skills

Mental health evaluation

Therapeutic intervention

Individual and group psychotherapy

Crisis intervention

Education

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

Tools

Standard office equipment

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking a Mental Health Professional to provide evaluations and therapeutic interventions within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Responsibilities include conducting interviews, developing treatment plans, and implementing quality initiatives.

Applicants should have a master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work, and be licensed or eligible for licensure. The work environment includes prisons, requiring security clearance and pre-employment drug testing.