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Counselor
Position Description: Performs personal, vocational, educational, or other counseling or training at the individual or group level. May assist in the coordination and management of the program. Work is performed under general supervision with performance based on individual counseling effectiveness and overall program results obtained.
Major/Essential Functions: • Mental Health Screening - Conducts standardized intake and follow-up screenings using pre-defined forms created by a licensed psychiatrist. Accurately records findings and communicates results to the supervising mental health team for treatment planning. • Case Management and Coordination of Care - Serves as a case coordinator for assigned patients by linking them to facility-based programming, psychiatric services, and reentry or community resources as appropriate. Tracks progress and ensures follow-through on referrals. • Wellness Checks and Supportive Engagement - Performs routine cell-side activities to monitor patient well-being, provide supportive conversation, and observe for changes in mental health status. Escalates concerns promptly to licensed providers. • Crisis Intervention - Responds promptly and effectively to mental health crises, using appropriate interventions. Ensures safety and stability of the individual and documents actions completely. • Documentation and Compliance - Maintains timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record and ensures compliance with jail standards, departmental protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements. • Team Collaboration - Works collaboratively with psychiatry providers, nurses, custody staff, and program coordinators to support the delivery of mental health services and to promote patient safety and well-being within the facility. • Other Duties as Assigned - Willingly performs all other assignments as directed by superior.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of jail-based mental health service standards, suicide prevention practices and crisis intervention principles. Skills in rapport-building and therapeutic communication with diverse populations, including justice-involved individuals. Ability to coordinate care and make appropriate referrals to facility programs, treatment services, and community resources. Strong organizational and documentation skills, including accurate use of electronic health records and screening forms. Ability to conduct wellness checks and supportive interventions at the cell-side with professionalism and respect. Capacity to work independently under general supervision while collaborating effectively with psychiatrist, nurses and other team members. Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills suitable for high-stress environments.
Pay Statement: Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and one year experience in related area. Additional education in a related area may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
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Introduction: Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.
About TTUHSC: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.
Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.
Benefits: TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member: • Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members • Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more • Retirement Plans • Wellness Programs • Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.
Visa Information: TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.