37898BRExtended Job Title:Sr. Mental Health Clinician-TCHATT (Psychiatry/Alberta)Org Level 1:Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El PasoPosition Description:This a responsible professional position with limited administrative and supervisory duties at the unit level. Specific duties include testing, psychological evaluation and diagnostic services as well as counseling assigned patient caseload. This position functions under the supervision of a higher level licensed psychologist, but the individual has full professional responsibility for higher actions and advice.Requisition ID:37898BRTravel Required:Up to 50%Major/Essential Functions:
Under direction of the TCHATT Psychiatrist, provide evidence based psychotherapy, provide evidence based psychotherapy to TCHATT identified program participants in the region, in person and via telemedicine.
Responds to initial assessment inquiry
Meeting at schools to with child and family during Psychiatry appointment; in person and telemedicine.
Maintain current information on services available for adolescents and be available to conduct presentations as needed
Demonstrates knowledge of services available and provide information and referral.
Employee will provide presentations on the TCHATT Program, referral process and resources.
Provides support to triage team for TCHATT program for patient assessments and treatment plan development.
Participate in evaluation of assessments as a team to develop an individualized treatment plan for TCHATT Participants
Collaborate with community agencies and providers to ensure access for service in line with Individual Treatment Plans.
Maintain positive community relationship to ensure accurate referral access
Obtain all necessary authorization to provide services. 100% of all services will have proper authorization on file.
Performs all other related duties, within the scope of practice, on an as needed basis or as required by Supervisor
Employee is responsible for performing all other relates duties, as assigned. Standard of Expected Performance.
Must adhere to deadline and criteria given by the person assigning the task to ensure completion of such:
No more than 2 complaints annually regarding poor service
Communicates respectfully with team members and supervisor in a timely manner utilizing direct, complete, and adequate information
Communicates with outside social service and government agencies in a professional manner, upholding and adhering to privacy standards on behalf of the patients.
Communicates effectively and productively with patients' family members as needed and permitted based on current policies.
When problems arise they are addressed directly with the person(s) involved or speaks with their supervisor exclusively.
Receives and is open to constructive feedback.
Seeks feedback from others to improve clinical practice and safety.
As evidenced by expressed, demonstrated and written evidence of direct, respectful, complete and adequate communication with colleagues and supervisors.
And as evidenced by direct problem resolution with supervisors and colleagues and constructive response to feedback from supervisor and colleagues regarding safety, clinical and organizational
Coordinates and maintains filing / record keeping systems. Files and or records are easily accessed and in organized for easy retrieval of information. Uses TTUHSC EMR for record keeping and Trayt for statewide reporting
Adhere to all TTUHSCEP policies, procedures and processes
Personally demonstrate, display, and act in accordance with TTUHSCEP values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork)
Perform all other duties as assigned
Grant Funded?:YesMinimum Hire Rate:Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications oPay Basis:MonthlyWork Location:El PasoPreferred Qualifications:
Licensed Professional Counselors(LPC), LPC-Associate, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or related.
The Applicant must be capable of working on several tasks simultaneously and does so according to designated time frames and level of importance.
The Applicant must have a strong work ethic and follow ethical guidelines.
Individual casework practice, crisis intervention, information and referral, case management and interviewing.
Experience working with adolescents
Campus:HSC - El PasoDepartment:Psychiatry Dept Elp GenlJob Type:Full TimePay Statement:Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.Job Group:Business ProfessionalsShift:DayEEO Statement:As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university OR Doctoral intern student enrolled in an accredited psychology graduate program
2 years of experience
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:NoJeanne Clery Act:The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx