QMHP-CS II, Lorena School Base

Under the immediate supervision of the Director of School Based Mental Health Services, performs assigned therapy and skills training services.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Interviews consumers, their relatives, and other interested individuals and agencies to obtain social and developmental histories to discover social/psychological problems.
• Performs therapeutic treatment with consumers or relatives of consumers, under supervision of the Unit Director or Supervisor in consultation with a psychiatrist or other physician.
• Participates as a team member in conferences designed for the diagnosis and treatment of consumers.
• Participates in the interpretation of methods and procedures to agencies responsible for carrying out recommendations of the clinic.
• May supervise volunteers and students/interns.
• Acts as liaison between all appropriate agencies, Lorena ISD, physicians, relatives of consumers and community resources for purposes of admission, treatment and discharge planning.
• May participate in budget planning, unit administration, and program development.
• Increases knowledge of Psychotherapeutic, Skill streaming, and social work concepts by attendance.
• Performs related work as required.

Education and Experience:

• A master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related fields from an accredited school.
• Fully licensed (LPC, LCSW, RN, etc) or licensure candidate (LPC- Associate, LMSW, etc.)
• One year case management preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques and practices of therapy and social work.
• Needs to be knowledgeable about the functioning of social services, treatment facilities, and community resources, and how to use them effectively.
• Must have excellent written/verbal communication skills.
• Must have excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn about and implement trauma-informed care practices within the scope of work for the position.
• Must be able to lift up to 15lbs.
• Must be able to travel locally 5%; Regionally 30% and be able to transport clients.
• Must have and maintain a level of general health that permits the performance of the job duties and ability to maintain regular attendance as set forth in Center policies and procedures.

Position: 235

Salary: $48,150-$64,000 Annual DOE

Hours: M-F 8AM-5PM:

Benefits:
Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network strives to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Employer paid Health Insurance, no copays, no deductibles, 0 cost most prescriptions*
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
Payroll Direct Deposit
12 paid Holidays per year
Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)**
**Certain Requirements Apply**

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - begins after 3 months of full time employment