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- Provides clinical support for the Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM Team). Assist with services and supports for the team.
- Provides counseling services to law enforcement/ first responders to improve personal, interpersonal, and occupational functioning. Seeks consultation as needed.
- Adhere to professional standards in provision of services. Responsible for obtaining/reviewing records, conducting clinical interviews, providing services, seeking consultation as needed and preparing reports as needed.
- Collects data and completes reports to assist with outcome measurement and quality improvement efforts.
- Demonstrates adherence to ethical practice, confidentiality, professional boundaries, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Provides training to other county departments, the community and stakeholders as needed and within the scope of expertise.
- Participates in departmental, community, and county team meetings and works collaboratively with other first responder stakeholders as required to build partnerships.
- Assists to develop and review existing programs and makes recommendations for modifications/improvements.
- Ensures all services and documentation are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
- Performs duties assigned in the BHS Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).
- Responsible for adhering to Fort Bend County and BHS Program Guidelines, Policies, and Procedures.
- Supports the effective and efficient functioning of BHS Operations by performing other duties as assigned.
- Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Masters Degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or behavioral related field.
- 2 years job related experience providing clinical services to individuals with mental illness and/or other behavioral health disorders.
- Experience as a first responder and/or providing clinical services to first responders preferred.
- Experience working with Military Personnel and Veterans may be considered.
- Knowledge of diagnostic criteria and guidelines for formulating a diagnosis and counseling techniques appropriate to first responders.
- Strong computer, management, and organizational skills.
- Interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with the public, other county employees, and elected officials.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to complete assignments within tight deadlines.
- Current, unrestricted Texas clinical license appropriate to the professional discipline such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist. A Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-Associate) in the state of Texas may be considered with required experience, licensure and background.
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $36.49 - $45.62 hourly based on qualifications
CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position
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All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
