Psychologist II

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services seeks a Psychologist II to provide advanced clinical oversight of diagnostic and functional eligibility reviews, manage fair hearings, and assure quality for IDD PES unit in Austin. This role reports to the IDD PES Director and drives policy implementation, supervision, and stakeholder coordination.

The position emphasizes teamwork, professional excellence, curiosity, and integrity.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Psychologist in Texas or by reciprocity.
• Experience managing/supervising staff or operating functions.
• Experience in Health and Human Services (HHSC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight for IDD PES unit operations.
• Develop and monitor QA, fair hearings processes and compliance.
• Lead collaboration with internal/external stakeholders for program eligibility.
• Supervise staff, set goals, policies, and performance standards.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to leadership.

Skills

Psychological evaluation understanding

MS Office suite

Data analysis & reporting

Job description

Date: Aug 5, 2026

Location: AUSTIN, TX

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Psychologist II

Job Title: Psychologist II

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: IDD Prog Eligibility and Spprt

Posting Number: 19722

Closing Date: 08/19/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Community and Social Services

Salary Range: $5,797.66 - $9,508.25

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25

Shift: Day

Telework:

Travel:

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 701 W 51ST ST

MOS Codes: 230X,42PX,71F,73B

Brief Job Description

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Medicaid CHIP Services (MCS) division seeks a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Psychologist II. MCS is driven by its mission to deliver quality, cost-effective services to Texans. This position makes a significant contribution to MCS’s mission by fulfilling advanced clinical oversight of diagnostic and functional eligibility reviews, managing fair hearings processes, and providing quality assurance for the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Program Eligibility and Support (IDD PES) unit.

The ideal candidate thrives in an environment that emphasizes teamwork to achieve goals, excellence through high professional standards and personal accountability, curiosity to continuously grow and learn, critical thinking for effective execution, and integrity to do things right even when what is right is not easy.

This position reports the IDD PES Director and establishes and implements goals, policies, procedures, and performance standards consistent with HHSC’s strategic plan and regulatory requirements. The Psychologist II directs operations of the IDD PES Quality Assurance/Fair Hearings Unit, ensures compliance with operational policies and rules, and monitors area goals and standards. This role provides clinical expertise, technical assistance, and oversight of internal and external stakeholders involved in the Determination of Intellectual Disability (DID) process. This position works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of independent judgment and initiative.

The IDD PES team is responsible for ensuring eligible Texans are enrolled in programs serving individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. These programs include: Home and Community-based Services (HCS), Texas Home Living (TxHmL), Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS), Deaf-Blind with Multiple Disabilities (DBMD), Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability or Related Condition (ICF/IID), including State Supported Living Centers (SSLCs), and non-waiver Community First Choice (CFC-NW). IDD PES staff authorize and verify programmatic eligibility for the listed programs. In addition, IDD PES staff process enrollments, transfers, suspensions, and terminations for HCS, TxHmL, CLASS and DBMD, as well as coordinate and attend Fair Hearings.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• Works collaboratively across MCS to identify innovative and effective solutions for clients and staff. Manages all aspects of unit, including providing direction, guidance, and oversight of staff activities for successful daily operations. Works with internal and external stakeholders to provide information and technical assistance, identify needs and resolve issues. Informs the department director of activities and emerging issues and proposes and implements remedies. (25%)
• Verifies all clinical reviews resulting in a loss of eligibility in compliance with federal, state and agency rules. (25%)
• Develops, implements, and maintains weekly productivity and monthly quality assurance reporting to ensure the unit is adhering to established procedures and performance levels. (20%)
• Develops, monitors, and maintains fair hearings processes and ensures the current process is documented and adheres to applicable federal, state, and agency policies. (15%)
• Represents department in meetings and conferences and facilitates workgroups to lead agency projects as assigned. (15%)

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of HHSC or MCS.
• Knowledge of long-term-care services for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD).

Skill In

• Skilled in reading, interpreting, and consulting on psychological evaluations of individuals with IDD and comorbid mental health and related conditions.
• using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point).
• using data to identify the strengths and weakness of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Ability To

• communicate information clearly, concisely, and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• develop and evaluate policies and procedures.
• analyze data, prepare reports, and present results.
• plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.

Must be licensed as a Psychologist by the State of Texas or reciprocity state.

Initial Screening Criteria

• Must be licensed as a Psychologist by the State of Texas or reciprocity state.
• At least one year of experience managing/supervising staff or overseeing operational functions.
• Experience in management within Health and Human Services (HHS) generally preferred.
• Experience in management within Health and Human Services (HHS) generally preferred.

N/A

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks And Work Eligibility

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.

Nearest Major Market: Austin