Licensed Mental Health Clinician (Forensic) - Behavioral Health Services

Fort Bend County • Richmond, TX

2d • $75,150 - $93,933

About The Position

Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers): Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources. Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here! Conducts mental health assessments and provides reports with summary of findings and recommendations to the courts and/ or referring departments. Conducts and scores psychological testing such as intellectual and personality assessments, risk assessments, and substance abuse evaluations as needed. Responsible for obtaining/reviewing records, conducting clinical interviews, and preparing a written report of findings to the Court or other referring department. Interacts with judges, jail staff, probation officers, attorneys and other court staff in the collection of information pertaining to court ordered evaluations. Provides expert testimony to the Court when subpoenaed. Completes and maintains files and data pertaining to client assessments/evaluations. Provides mental health counseling and assists with treatment planning as needed and within the scope of expertise. May provide clinical supervision to interns and practicum students. Provides training to justice partners, the community and other county departments as needed and within the scope of expertise. Complies with agency policies and procedures, accrediting/regulatory bodies, and documentation requirements. Demonstrates ethical conduct in all clinical and professional activities. Communicates and works with consumers, visitors, and other staff in a manner that demonstrates sensitivity to cultural diversities. Assists in the development and review of existing programs and makes recommendations for modifications/improvements. Is required to complete all evaluations in a timely and efficient manner. All positions within Behavioral Health Services are required to support the efficient functioning of the department. Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers. Adapts to changing work requirements.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Psychology.
• One-year experience.
• Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) or a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas with required experience, licensure and background in mental health evaluations.
• Knowledge of general court processes; proficiency in the administration of psychological assessment tools.
• Knowledge of diagnostic criteria and guidelines for formulating a diagnosis.
• Strong computer, management, supervisory 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 with the ability to complete assignments within tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish Speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts mental health assessments and provides reports with summary of findings and recommendations to the courts and/ or referring departments.
• Conducts and scores psychological testing such as intellectual and personality assessments, risk assessments, and substance abuse evaluations as needed.
• Responsible for obtaining/reviewing records, conducting clinical interviews, and preparing a written report of findings to the Court or other referring department.
• Interacts with judges, jail staff, probation officers, attorneys and other court staff in the collection of information pertaining to court ordered evaluations.
• Provides expert testimony to the Court when subpoenaed.
• Completes and maintains files and data pertaining to client assessments/evaluations.
• Provides mental health counseling and assists with treatment planning as needed and within the scope of expertise.
• May provide clinical supervision to interns and practicum students.
• Provides training to justice partners, the community and other county departments as needed and within the scope of expertise.
• Complies with agency policies and procedures, accrediting/regulatory bodies, and documentation requirements.
• Demonstrates ethical conduct in all clinical and professional activities.
• Communicates and works with consumers, visitors, and other staff in a manner that demonstrates sensitivity to cultural diversities.
• Assists in the development and review of existing programs and makes recommendations for modifications/improvements.
• Is required to complete all evaluations in a timely and efficient manner.
• All positions within Behavioral Health Services are required to support the efficient functioning of the department.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
• Adapts to changing work requirements.

Benefits

• 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.
• Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
• Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities.
• FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level