Extended Job Title
Sr. Mental Health Clinician (Psychiatry)
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso
Position Description
This a responsible professional Position with limited administrative and
supervisory duties at the unit level. Specific duties include testing,
psychological evaluation and diagnostic services as well as counseling
assigned patient caseload. This position functions under the supervision of a
higher level licensed psychologist, but the individual has full professional
responsibility for higher actions and advice.
Requisition ID
33577BR
Optional Attachments
Transcript
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions
Under direction of the Student Center Psychiatrist, Provide evidence based
psychotherapy. Provide evidence based psychotherapy to EAP identified
program participants in the region, in person and via telemedicine.
Responds to initial assessment inquiry.
Maintain current information on services available for adolescents and be
available to conduct presentations as needed.
Demonstrates knowledge of services available and provide information and
referral.
Provides support to triage team for EAP program for patient assessments
and treatment plan development. Participate in evaluation of assessments
as a team to develop an individualized treatment plan for EAP
Participants.
Collaborate with community agencies and providers to ensure access for
service in line with Individual Treatment Plans. Maintain positive
community relationship to ensure accurate referral access.
Obtain all necessary authorization to provide services. 100% of all
services will have proper authorization on file.
Performs all other related duties, within the scope of practice, on an as
needed basis or as required by Supervisor. Telephone. Employee Is
responsible for performing all other relates duties, as assigned. Standard
of Expected Performance. Must adhere to deadline and criteria given by the
person assigning the ask to ensure completion of such:No more than 2
complaints annually regarding poor service.
Communication: Communicates respectfully with team members and supervisor
in a timely manner utilizing direct, complete, and adequate information.
Communicates with outside social service and government agencies in a
professional manner, upholding and adhering to privacy standards on behalf
of the patients. Communicates effectively and productively with patients'
family members as needed and permitted based on current policies. When
problems arise they are addressed directly with the person(s) involved
or speaks with their supervisor exclusively. Receives and is open to
constructive feedback. Seeks feedback from others to improve clinical
practice and safety. As evidenced by expressed, demonstrated and written
evidence of direct, respectful, complete and adequate communication with
colleagues and supervisors. And as evidenced by direct problem resolution
with supervisors and colleagues and constructive response to feedback from
supervisor and colleagues regarding safety, clinical and organizational.
Coordinates and maintains filing / record keeping systems. Files and or
records are easily accessed and in organized for easy retrieval of
information. Uses TTUHSC EMR for record keeping.
Grant Funded?
Yes
Minimum Hire Rate
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications
Pay Basis
Monthly
Work Location
El Paso
Preferred Qualifications
The Applicant must have the ability to function effectively and
professionally as a part of a multidisciplinary treatment team. The
Applicant must have the knowledge of the principles, ethics, terminology,
and procedures of mental health assessment, as well as individual and
group treatment. The applicant must be able to skillfully analyze data and
integrate information into the appropriate reports or documentation. The
Applicant must be able to effectively communicate in writing and verbally.
The Applicant must be capable of working on several tasks simultaneously
and does so according to designated time frames and level of importance.
The Applicant must have a strong work ethic and follow ethical guidelines.
Individual casework practice, crisis intervention, information and
referral, case management and interviewing. Experience working with
adolescents.
Campus
HSC - El Paso
Department
Psychiatry Dept Elp Genl
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Resume / CV
Job Type
Full Time
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 on the Human Resources webpage.
Job Group
Behav Health Care Professional
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or
status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited
college or university.
2 years experience as a Mental Health Clinician.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
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participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose
campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year,
institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy &
Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and
employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website.
