Counselor

Texas Tech University • Belton, TX

12d

About The Position

Performs personal, vocational, educational, or other counseling or training at the individual or group level. May assist in the coordination and management of the program. Work is performed under general supervision with performance based on individual counseling effectiveness and overall program results obtained.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and one year experience in related area.
• Additional education in a related area may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

Responsibilities

• Conducts standardized intake and follow-up screenings.
• Serves as a case coordinator for assigned patients by linking them to facility-based programming, psychiatric services, and reentry or community resources as appropriate.
• Performs routine cell-side activities to monitor patient well-being.
• Responds promptly and effectively to mental health crises.
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record and ensures compliance with jail standards.
• Works collaboratively with psychiatry providers, nurses, custody staff, and program coordinators to support the delivery of mental health services.
• Willingly performs all other assignments as directed by the superior.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level