Are you ready to make a real difference in people's lives? Join the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD as a Master Level Clinician (MLC) for our ACT Program. Under the general direction of the Practice Manager or designee, the Master Level Clinician performs clinical activities related to increased suicide risk such as independent assessments, suicide risk assessment, safety planning and other evidence-based interventions as directed by the treatment plan and/or identified consumer need(s) under the clinical supervision of an LPHA. This position interfaces with Treatment teams, both inpatient and outpatient, and authorizes the medical necessity of services as indicated.

Your Role in Action:

• Participates in formulation of the consumer's treatment (inclusive of assessment of needs, treatment planning, admit/discharge planning, and service authorization).
• Monitors consumer progress with treatment goals to determine effectiveness of interventions.
• Performs clinical assessments to evaluate the individual's priority population diagnosis eligibility and treatment needs.
• Provides cognitive behavioral therapy focusing on the reduction or elimination of symptoms of severe and persistent mental illness and increasing the individual's ability to perform activities of daily living.
• Provides crisis intervention to individuals to reduce symptoms and prevent admission to a more restrictive environment.
• Provides training on the nature of mental illness, the importance of medications, and other medication related information using the TIMA curricula as well as, other trainings as designated.
• Provides skills training services that address the severe and persistent mental illness and symptom related problems that interfere with the individual's functioning.
• Performs activities to assist consumers in gaining and coordinating access to necessary care and services based on individual needs.
• Responsible for reviewing and authorizing treatment/services based on medical necessity.
• Ensures all services provided meet eligibility criteria and are authorized in accordance with agency and regulatory guidelines.
• Meets Divisional productivity standards.
• Performs related work as assigned. Adapts to changing work requirements. Complies with Center policies and procedures, accrediting/regulatory bodies and performance contract documentation requirements
• Demonstrates ethical conduct in all clinical and professional activities
• Advocates for consumers to ensure that needs are met both within The Harris Center system and in the community.
• Communicates and works with consumers/visitors/other staff in a manner that demonstrates knowledge of cultural diversities
• Completes reporting/training as designated in an accurate and timely manner.

What qualifications you will need:

Education :

• Master's degree or equivalent.
• LPC-A, LMFT-A or LMSW in the state of TX

Experience:

• 6 months clinical experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of diagnostic criteria, specific clinical features and guidelines for formulating a diagnosis.
• Knowledge about cognitive behavioral therapy focusing on the reduction or elimination of severe and persistent mental illness (if applicable)
• Maintains current Intern licensure/supervision with appropriate state licensing regulatory board.
• Strong diagnostic skills, the ability to incorporate patient history, symptoms, environmental and related issues to formulate proper diagnosis & treatment.
• Strong communication skills, listening and interpersonal skills above average, written documentation is clear, concise, and well-constructed.
• Knowledge of safer suicide care practices and evidence-based interventions is a strong plus.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Able to execute standard word processing software on the computer.

What we have to offer:

The Harris Center not only offers a competitive salary but also a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching - a testament to our investment in your long-term financial well-being. Experience the unique advantage of our prior service credit, accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual, empowering you to enjoy well-deserved breaks.

Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well-being.

Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our employees are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education.

What else you should know:

• This posting is associated with position #25686-9402
• This position will be under the general direction of the practice manager or designated supervisor.
• May be necessary to travel to or transport consumers to homes or other field locations when providing services.
• May be exposed to unfavorable conditions.
• Interacts with individuals who may be emotional or physically hostile, agitated or uncooperative

About us:

The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provided care to over 96,000 people in fiscal year 2023!

As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The HARRIS CENTER provides a full continuum of services at 86 different sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 40 different languages as well as sign language to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.

By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,500 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.