Mental Health Clinician (MHC) - Connally Unit
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onUS 181 Bus, Karnes County, Texas, 78119, United States
About the Mission
The Correctional Managed Care team is dedicated to addressing the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). This role plays a vital part in the UTMB Health operation, ensuring that mental health evaluation and therapeutic intervention are delivered effectively within secure correctional environments.
About the Role
You will work under the supervision of a Psychologist, Mental Health Manager, or Program Director to provide comprehensive mental health services. Your day will involve interviewing, evaluating, and diagnosing patients with mental health needs, followed by delivering individual and group psychotherapy and crisis intervention. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and reviewing Individual Treatment Plans while maintaining clinically appropriate and timely documentation.
Beyond direct patient care, you will assist in training medical and mental health staff, support Quality Improvement programs, and liaise with patient families and community agencies to coordinate treatment and aftercare services. This position requires navigating the unique environment of a prison, jail, or juvenile detention center, where security clearance and adherence to strict reporting structures are essential.
Hiring Process & Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field, along with licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Professional Counselor, Psychological Associate, or Social Worker. The selection process includes a mandatory pre-employment drug test and the acquisition of necessary security clearance.
Equal Opportunity Statement
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Work location
Work model: On-site
US 181 Bus, Karnes County, Texas, 78119, United States
Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide individual and group psychotherapy and crisis intervention
- check_circleAssist with training and education of mental health and medical staff
- check_circleImplement Quality Improvement programs and monitor compliance with policies
- check_circleComplete clinically appropriate and timely documentation
- check_circleLiaise with patients, families, and community agencies to coordinate treatment
- check_circleConsult with supervisors and psychiatric providers regarding patient status
- check_circleInterview, evaluate, and diagnose patients with mental health needs
- check_circleDevelop, implement, and review Individual Treatment Plans
Requirements
- verifiedMaster's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field
- verifiedLicensure or eligibility for licensure as a Professional Counselor, Psychological Associate, or Social Worker
- verifiedSecurity clearance required
- verifiedPre-employment drug testing required
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Mental Health Evaluation, Therapeutic Intervention, Psychotherapy, Crisis Intervention, Individual Treatment Plans, Quality Improvement, Quality Management, Security Clearance.
Education: Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field required.
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About UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS, INC.
UTMB Healthcare Systems, Inc. operates within the hospitals and health care industry, providing medical services from its headquarters in Galveston, Texas. The organization manages a network of healthcare facilities dedicated to delivering patient-centered care across the region. Its operations focus on clinical excellence, emergency services, and specialized medical treatments designed to meet the needs of diverse communities. As a major employer in the area, the system supports a large workforce of physicians, nurses, and administrative staff committed to maintaining high standards of medical practice. The company serves patients requiring comprehensive health solutions, ranging from primary care to complex surgical procedures. With a significant footprint in Galveston and surrounding counties, UTMB Healthcare Systems, Inc. plays a vital role in the local healthcare infrastructure, ensuring accessibility to quality medical resources for residents and visitors alike.
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