Are you an Intern Licensed Clinician with a Master's degree, driven by a passion for mental health and a desire to make a meaningful difference? Come and join us at The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD ("The HARRIS CENTER"). As an integral member of our dedicated, dynamic team, you'll be at the forefront of transforming lives. In this role, you'll conduct independent assessments and formulate service interventions, all while being guided by individualized treatment plans designed to meet the needs of those we serve. Your journey won't be alone, as you'll work under the mentorship of a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA), contributing to both our inpatient and outpatient treatment teams.

As a Master Level Clinician, you will leverage your specialized knowledge and intern licensure to authorize the medical necessity of services, ensuring we provide the most suitable and effective care for each individual. This is your chance to merge compassion with innovation in a rewarding career. If you're ready to transform lives and grow within our supportive team, we can't wait to hear from you!

Your Role in Action:

• Collaborate in the development and execution of individualized treatment plans, covering needs assessment, admit/discharge planning, and service authorization.
• Keep a regular check on consumer's progress towards treatment goals to gauge the effectiveness of interventions.
• Conduct clinical assessments to determine diagnostic eligibility and specific treatment needs for priority populations.
• Deliver cognitive behavioral therapy sessions aimed at alleviating severe and persistent mental illness symptoms and enhancing daily living skills.
• Offer crisis intervention support to prevent the need for more restrictive settings by reducing symptoms.
• Educate on the nature of mental illness and the significance of medication using TIMA curricula, along with other designated trainings.
• Provide skills training to address persistent mental illness and symptom-related problems that hinder the individual's functioning.
• Assist consumers in coordinating access to necessary care and services, tailoring support to unique individual needs.
• Review and authorize treatment/services based on medical necessity.
• Ensure all provided services meet eligibility requirements and are authorized in line with agency and regulatory guidelines.

What qualifications you will need:

• Possess a Master's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a social, behavioral, or human service field such as psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human development, gerontology, or educational psychology.
• Hold one of the following license.
• Maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and eligibility for coverage under the Agency's insurance policy.
• Bring a minimum of 6 months of clinical experience in the mental health field.
• Understand diagnostic criteria, clinical features, and guidelines to formulate accurate diagnoses.
• Have knowledge of cognitive behavioral therapy techniques focused on reducing or eliminating symptoms of severe and persistent mental illness (if applicable).
• Keep your Intern licensure and supervision up-to-date with the relevant state licensing regulatory board.
• Exhibit strong diagnostic skills, and an ability to integrate patient history, symptoms, and environmental factors into a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan.
• Demonstrate superior communication skills, including exceptional listening and interpersonal skills, and the ability to create clear, concise, grammatically correct written documentation.
• Thrive in a team environment, working collaboratively with colleagues.
• Possess effective time management and organizational skills, and proficiency in standard word processing.
• Be able to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced setting.

What else you should know:

• Your work week: Monday - Friday 10:00am to 7:00pm.
• Your workplace: The Harris County Jail, based at 1200 Baker St., Houston, TX 77002
• Your flexibility, our commitment: This role requires adaptability with flexible scheduling and an on-call status. We value your dedication and, in turn, strive to respect your time and work-life balance.
• The environment: Be prepared to navigate challenging situations - you may occasionally encounter unfavorable conditions.
• Your interactions: Engage with a diverse range of individuals, some of whom may be emotional, physically hostile, agitated or uncooperative. This is an opportunity to employ your strong interpersonal skills and patience to make a real impact in their lives.
• This posting is associated with position #9969

What we have to offer:

At The HARRIS CENTER, we don't just value your work - we value you. Our competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including retirement plans with company matching, are only the start. Join us, and you'll also benefit from generous PTO accrual with prior service credit, business casual dress code, corporate discounts, and even new hire referral bonuses. Plus, enjoy optional discounts on services like mobile phone plans, fitness centers, and wellness amenities. We're also a qualifying entity for several loan repayment programs for mental health professionals. At The HARRIS CENTER, you'll find more than a fulfilling career. You'll find an environment that nurtures your growth and prioritizes your well-being. Join us and experience the rewards of being part of our organization!

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 80 ,000 people in fiscal year 20 22 and has an annual budget of over $275 million.

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 more than 80 different Harris Center and partner sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 42 different languages as well as sign language in order 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, 6 00 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.