Job Description

* * * $5,000 Recruitment/Retention Bonus is applicable for external candidates only * * *

HOW TO APPLY

Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available athttp://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms):

1. TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
2. Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
3. Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
4. Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)

Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.

Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00036129&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms) and can be submitted via email to: HRJobsgiddings@TJJD.Texas.gov.

Apply via Email to HRJobsgiddings@TJJD.Texas.gov. Send completed application, supplemental questions/forms, and copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

PLEASE NOTE

Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.

BENEFITS

State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Career Path Promotion Opportunity: The Psychologist I is in a TJJD career path. The selected applicant may be promoted to Psychologist II upon completion of two years of experience as a licensed psychologist without having to compete for a vacant position provided he/she meets the established performance criteria per agency policy (PRS.15.07).

TJJD effectively addresses the multiple and complex needs of the youth committed to the agency and their families through a trauma informed multi-disciplinary integrated approach that includes implementation of the agency approved Texas Model of Trauma Informed Corrections strategy and a Mental Health Treatment Program (MHTP). The MHTP provides enhanced psychiatric and psychological assistance to youth diagnosed with moderate to severe mental health problems and/or illnesses, which allows the general rehabilitation case managers to focus on risk reduction and protective factor enhancement strategies to reduce the risk of reoffending. This collaboration allows for holistic and individualized treatment of youth in need of MHTP services.

Performs psychological work and assists in leading a team of mental health specialists at the assigned secure correctional facility. Work involves assisting in the supervision of trauma informed intake, assessment, and treatment processes; providing consultation and assisting with monitoring, evaluating and training for all assessment and treatment programs; providing consultation and training in conducting trauma informed groups based upon the Texas Model of Trauma Informed Corrections program; providing direct professional services including trauma informed groups, family, and individual counseling; conducting trauma informed psychological evaluations of youth; and performing discharge and transition activities to ensure coordination of treatment service delivery upon release to a halfway house or the community. Serves as a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) member and collaborates with case managers, education staff, youth development coaches, and parole officers.

May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek, different shift patterns, be on call and travel occasionally.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides clinical supervisory activities, including group monitoring as directed by the Senior Psychologist for Forensic Services.

Conducts trauma informed psychological evaluations, suicide risk assessments and suicide monitoring; updates (MH/MI/Med), Administrative, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) evaluation, Behavior Management Plans, and other clinical evaluations that incorporate specific recommendations regarding transition planning, risk management, and appropriate core and behavioral interventions.

Identifies when youth should be placed on or removed from suicide alert; and identifies supervision requirements needed to ensure youth safety.

Provides a range of direct trauma informed therapeutic services, including individual, group, psychoeducational, and MDT interviews of youth.

Provides specialized consultation to MDT members, including juvenile correctional officers, case managers, and education staff on trauma informed assessments, treatment, adaptations and modifications, intervention, Behavior Management Plans, clinical and behavioral management of youth who are referred with special needs or problems, and group monitoring.

Contributes to the development, maintenance, and delivery of in-service training designed to improve the clinical performance of facility staff (e.g., Stage Assessment, suicide prevention training, and other specialized training).

Documents direct services provided.

Monitors outcomes for racial, ethnic, and/or gender disparities and takes action to address identified disparities.

Reports any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, and/or gender disparities.

Performs a variety of related duties, not listed, determined and assigned, as needed, by the supervisor.

Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:

• Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.
• Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested timeframes.

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.



Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requirements for Psychologist I:

Licensed as a psychologist (independent practice) in the State of Texas and less than two (2) years of experience as a licensed psychologist.

Requirements for Psychologist II:

Licensed as a psychologist (independent practice) in the State of Texas and two (2) or more years of experience as a licensed psychologist.

Requirements for All Levels:

Pre-employment conditions require acceptable results from mandatory:

• pre-employment drug test;
• finger printing, criminal records check, and TB testing;
• Fitness-for-Duty Assessment which may include both physical and behavior evaluations.

Requirements for Continued Employment:

• Failure to maintain required licensure will result in termination of employment.

• Maintain required license in good standing.

• Obtain and maintain certification in the TJJD approved use of force techniques.

• Obtain and maintain certification in First Aid and CPR.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Analyzing

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Ability to see

Ability to hear (with or without aid)

Ability to perform tactile discernment

Identify colors

Depth perception

Operate motor equipment

Restraining combative youth

Heavy lifting, 45 lbs. & over

Heavy carrying, 45 lbs. & over

Pushing

Pulling

Repeated bending

Reaching above shoulder

Walking

Standing

Sitting

Crawling

Twisting

Kneeling

Stooping

Climbing stairs

Finger/manual dexterity

Dual simultaneous grasping

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Psychology, psychometrics, and psychological principles.

• Diagnostic criteria outlined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, Fifth Edition (DSM V), and the Texas Education Association for the evaluation of serious emotional disturbance.

• Psychological evaluation methods, tests, and measurements.

• Treatment techniques and practices.

• Juvenile risk assessment, treatment practices and principles, family interventions, and regulatory standards.

• Behavior modification.

• Or ability to acquire knowledge of TJJD and its programs.

Skill in:

• Use of psychological evaluation and assessment techniques.

• Mediation procedures.

• Facilitating individual and group counseling sessions with juvenile offenders.

• Conducting family counseling and family reintegration sessions.

• Making appropriate decisions and recommendations regarding treatment options.

• Training and/or teaching others.

• Maintaining accurate records and files.

• Communicating and working effectively with youth, family, and the public.

• And willingness to physically restrain youth in the appropriate manner.

• Maintaining order and discipline.

• Acting quickly in emergencies.

• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Operating computers and applicable computer software.

• Using high-level data and informational reports as a program management tool.

• Work collaboratively to establish rapport and build credibility with a wide array of internal and external stakeholders.

Ability to:

• Provide psychological counseling.

• Interpret diagnostic evaluations.

• Analyze behavior.

• Develop behavior modification and skill acquisition plans.

• Coordinate psychological activities and research.

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Work with youth in an empathetic and understanding manner and foster the cooperation of youth in the treatment process.

• Appropriately respond to abusive language and conduct in a manner consistent with instructions received in training.

• Intervene and correct behavior.

• Facilitate group discussions and activities.

• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

• Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.

• Meet deadlines

• Maintain confidential information.

• Work collaboratively with all stakeholders and maintain a professional, courteous demeanor.

• Remain alert, observant, and physically able to respond appropriately to work situations or emergencies including, but not limited to, physical restraint of youth.

• Recognize when decisions are required, process information logically, make decisions, and demonstrate the soundness of those decisions.

• Participate in ongoing didactic training as scheduled by the agency.

• Supervise the work of others.

• Work in excess of 40 hours per workweek, different shift patterns, be on-call, and travel occasionally.

VETERANS

In order to receive veteran's preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application.

Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Social Services MOS Codes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center (https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en), you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.