Available Degreed Positions

General Description

Under the supervision of the Director of Child & Adolescent Services, this position is responsible for the delivery of clinical services and community supports to children and adolescents with severe and persistent mental illness, as defined by the state authority, The Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Services are to be provided according to the Resiliency and Disease Management Model, and must conform to the Performance Contract, Community Service Standards, and Helen Farabee Regional MHMR Center policy and procedures, and Medicaid standards. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: The incumbent assists consumers in making informed choices educating them on community resources and assist with accessing services. The incumbent schedules uniform assessments and updates treatment plans in accordance to consumer need. This position will be required to serve on-call after regular business hours, for which compensation is provided. The incumbent must provide face-to-face assessment and crisis intervention services to any person requesting help or presenting a crisis at any time. Teamwork, initiative and positive example in work habits are expected at all times. Provides consultation and support to fellow staff as needed. This position requires an aptitude for working with severely mentally ill, often impoverished people; and for seeing this work as a clinical specialty in which we take great pride. The incumbent should have knowledge and skills in assessment, diagnostics, treatment planning, and community support services for children with mental illness and their families; as well as knowledge of psychotherapeutic medications and basic casework skills. This position provides assistance keeping unassigned caseloads up to date and/or assistance to caseworkers with assigned caseloads as needed. The incumbent is accountable to the Center Manager. Reassignment is a condition of employment that may occur at the employer’s discretion. Your work location and hours could change based on program needs.

Education, Training, and Experience (including licensure and certification)

Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university with major in social, behavioral or human services field. Licensure is not required. Experience with Severe and Persistent Mental illness is preferred. Must have valid driver’s license and be insurable to drive Center vehicles. Proof of PIP insurance. Must pass all Center mandated trainings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and proof correspondence, reports and computer printouts manually, etc. • Good spelling and grammar skills. • Ability to write progress notes according to standard, assessments, brief mental status exams, memos, letters, various complex reports and miscellaneous other documents with acceptable spelling and grammar. • Ability to relate verbal instructions, communicate in a courteous and effective fashion with co-workers, consumers and families, agencies and the public. • Display a customer service orientation; at all times treating customers as equals and partners. • Skilled in the use of personal and network computers, word processing, database, spreadsheet and office management software (Microsoft Office 95 and 97), CMHC, familiarity with CARE.

General Description

Under the supervision of the Substance Abuse Program Administrator, this position is responsible for the delivery of clinical services and community supports to adolescents who are at risk or meet the DSM-IV criteria for chemical abuse or dependence as defined by the state authority, The Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Services are to be provided according to the Resiliency and Disease Management Model, and must conform to the Performance Contract, Community Service Standards, and Helen Farabee Regional MHMR Center policy and procedures, and Medicaid standards. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: The individual assists consumers in making informed choices educating them on community resources and assist with accessing services to support pro social lifestyle changes. The incumbent schedules assessments and completes treatment plans in accordance with DSHS standards and consumer need. This position may be required to serve after regular business hours. The incumbent must provide face-to-face assessment and crisis intervention services to any person requesting help or presenting a crisis at any time. Teamwork, initiative and positive example in work habits are expected at all times. Provides consultation and support to fellow staff as needed. This position requires an aptitude for working with substance abusers who may also be mentally ill, often impoverished; and for seeing this work as a clinical specialty in which we take great pride. The incumbent should have knowledge and skills in assessment, diagnostics, treatment planning, and community support services for adolescents with substance abuse, mental illness, high risk behaviors and their families; as well as knowledge of adolescent development and basic casework skills. This position provides assistance keeping unassigned caseloads up to date and/or assistance to caseworkers with assigned caseloads as needed. Your work location and hours could change based on program needs.

Education, Training, and Experience (including licensure and certification)

Preferred: Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by Department of State Health Services. If not licensed, then the following is Required: Associates or bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university with major in social, behavioral or human services field. Plus: Licensure as a Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern by Department of State Health Services. Must have completed 270 classroom hours of CD curriculum which meets DSHS standards, completed the 300 hour supervised practicum or meets the educational and experience exemptions/waivers as outlined in DSHS chapter 450.109, pass criminal history standards which includes finger prints as described in 450.115, sign a written agreement to abide by the ethics contained in 450.121, and be worthy of public trust and confidence as determined by the Department of State Health Services. Must possess a letter from DSHS that states the intern is registered with DSHS. Experience with Severe and Persistent Mental illness or Substance Abuse is preferred. Must have valid driver’s license and be insurable to drive Center vehicles. Position requires proof of PIP insurance. Must pass all Center mandated trainings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and proof correspondence, reports and computer printouts manually, etc. • Good spelling and grammar skills. • Ability to write progress notes according to standard, assessments, brief mental status exams, memos, letters, various complex reports and miscellaneous other documents with acceptable spelling and grammar. Must have the ability to teach a best practices curriculum. • Ability to relate verbal instructions, communicate in a courteous and effective fashion with co-workers, consumers and families, agencies and the public. • Display a customer service orientation; at all times treating customers as equals and partners. • Skilled in the use of personal and network computers, word processing, database, spreadsheet and office management software (Microsoft Office 95 and 97), CMHC, familiarity with CARE (if applicable) and be able to document utilizing the BHIPS system.

General Description

Under the supervision of the Substance Abuse Program Administrator, this position is responsible for the delivery of clinical services and community supports to adolescents who are at risk or meet the DSM-IV criteria for chemical abuse or dependence as defined by the state authority, The Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Services are to be provided according to the Resiliency and Disease Management Model, and must conform to the Performance Contract, Community Service Standards, and Helen Farabee Regional MHMR Center policy and procedures, and Medicaid standards. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: The individual assists consumers in making informed choices educating them on community resources and assist with accessing services to support pro social lifestyle changes. The incumbent schedules assessments and completes treatment plans in accordance with DSHS standards and consumer need. This position may be required to serve after regular business hours. The incumbent must provide face-to-face assessment and crisis intervention services to any person requesting help or presenting a crisis at any time. Teamwork, initiative and positive example in work habits are expected at all times. Provides consultation and support to fellow staff as needed. This position requires an aptitude for working with substance abusers who may also be mentally ill, often impoverished; and for seeing this work as a clinical specialty in which we take great pride. The incumbent should have knowledge and skills in assessment, diagnostics, treatment planning, and community support services for adolescents with substance abuse, mental illness, high risk behaviors and their families; as well as knowledge of adolescent development and basic casework skills. This position provides assistance keeping unassigned caseloads up to date and/or assistance to caseworkers with assigned caseloads as needed. Your work location and hours could change based on program needs.

Education, Training, and Experience (including licensure and certification)

Preferred: Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by Department of State Health Services. If not licensed, then the following is Required: Associates or bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university with major in social, behavioral or human services field. Plus: Licensure as a Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern by Department of State Health Services. Must have completed 270 classroom hours of CD curriculum which meets DSHS standards, completed the 300 hour supervised practicum or meets the educational and experience exemptions/waivers as outlined in DSHS chapter 450.109, pass criminal history standards which includes finger prints as described in 450.115, sign a written agreement to abide by the ethics contained in 450.121, and be worthy of public trust and confidence as determined by the Department of State Health Services. Must possess a letter from DSHS that states the intern is registered with DSHS. Experience with Severe and Persistent Mental illness or Substance Abuse is preferred. Must have valid driver’s license and be insurable to drive Center vehicles. Position requires proof of PIP insurance. Must pass all Center mandated trainings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and proof correspondence, reports and computer printouts manually, etc. • Good spelling and grammar skills. • Ability to write progress notes according to standard, assessments, brief mental status exams, memos, letters, various complex reports and miscellaneous other documents with acceptable spelling and grammar. Must have the ability to teach a best practices curriculum. • Ability to relate verbal instructions, communicate in a courteous and effective fashion with co-workers, consumers and families, agencies and the public. • Display a customer service orientation; at all times treating customers as equals and partners. • Skilled in the use of personal and network computers, word processing, database, spreadsheet and office management software (Microsoft Office 95 and 97), CMHC, familiarity with CARE (if applicable) and be able to document utilizing the BHIPS system.

General Description

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Nurses, position will be responsible for nursing functions in the designated Mental Health Centers.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Will participate in and assist the physicians during doctor’s clinic, providing professional, complex treatment and rehabilitation. Will provide required laboratory monitoring and medication education classes for consumers. Will provide professional nursing expertise to center staff as needed. Travel will be required. Reassignment is a condition of employment that may occur at the employer’s discretion. Your work location and hours could change based on program needs.

Education, Training, and Experience (including licensure and certification)

Graduation from accredited school for Licensed Vocational Nurses. Licensed to practice as a licensed vocational nurse in the state of Texas. Preferred Qualifications: Two years experience working in a hospital or health care agency with individuals with mental illness.Must have current driver’s license and be insurable under Center insurance. Must pass all Center-mandated trainings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Knowledge of nursing procedures and techniques.· Ability to read and comprehend correspondence, memos, reports, medical information, physician’s orders and prescription labels.· Ability to count, add and subtract. Knowledge of fractions and calculate medication doses.· Ability to use copy machine, fax machine, computer, printer, pager and telephone.· Ability to write memos, letters, staffing summary reports and medical information. · Ability to relate verbal instructions, communicate in a courteous and effective fashion with co-workers, consumers and families, agencies and the public. · Display a customer service orientation; at all times treating customers as equals and partners. · Skilled in the use of personal and network computers, word processing, database, spreadsheet and office management software (Microsoft Office 95 and 97). Familiarity with CMHC and CARE a plus.