First-Responder Behavioral Health Clinician

Fort Bend County; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Texas County retirement system (TCDRS)

Full-time benefits package

Job summary

Fort Bend County seeks a clinical professional to support the Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Team. Responsibilities include counseling first responders, reviewing records, and preparing reports to support quality improvement.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a behavioral field and current Texas licensure. Experience with first responders and military personnel is preferred; the position emphasizes ethics, confidentiality, and coordinated teamwork within BHS.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or behavioral related field.
• 2 years of job-related experience providing clinical services to individuals with mental illness or behavioral health disorders.
• Experience with first responders or military personnel/veterans preferred.
• Current Texas clinical license appropriate to the discipline (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist).

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support for the CISM Team and related services.
• Collect data and complete reports for outcomes and quality improvement.
• Provide training to county departments and community stakeholders.
• Adhere to ethics, confidentiality, and relevant laws.
• Participate in meetings and cooperative work with first responder partners.

Skills

Clinical services experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Data reporting/compliance

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology/Counseling/Social Work/Marriage & Family Therapy/behavioral field

Job description

Fort Bend County seeks a clinical professional to support the Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Team. Responsibilities include counseling first responders, reviewing records, and preparing reports to support quality improvement.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a behavioral field and current Texas licensure. Experience with first responders and military personnel is preferred; the position emphasizes ethics, confidentiality, and coordinated teamwork within BHS.