Forensics Counselor

Texoma Community Center•Denison, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Texoma Community Center (TCC) is one of 39 Texas Community Centers, which are governmental entities as defined by Title 7 of the Texas Health and Safety Code. Position Summary: To advocate for and assist individuals admitted to the Forensic Program with coping in crisis situations and with admission into services for those who are referred by the criminal justice system and diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness. To provide assessment, diagnosis, counseling and treatment services to identified Forensic clients. To provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment in the form of out patient, evidence-based and trauma-informed counseling to identified clients. Provides the treatment in compliance with Center policies and program procedures as well as clinical guidelines. Attend the regularly scheduled Fore audits and client reviews. Assist Program Directors with community outreach and trainings when necessary. Other duties as requested and authorized by the Forensic Program Director in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of Texoma Community Center. Operates under trauma-informed and recovery-oriented models of care which align with CCBHC standards.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or Counseling with two (2) years Human Services experience required
Current driver’s license and vehicle for use at work
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
Ability to handle money/make change
Ability to generate, read, interpret, and take action as it relates to basic financial statements, national and state regulations, operational and maintenance and organizational policy / procedures
Ability to effectively communicate
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships
Ability to work with skill in identifying problems
Must be self-motivated, organized and detail oriented
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Consistently practices Trauma-informed Model of Care, understands and considers the pervasive nature of trauma.
Knowledge of cultural differences and ability to work with individuals from different cultural backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist preferred
Ability to speak a second language relevant to population served preferred

Responsibilities

Advocate for and assist individuals admitted to the Forensic Program with coping in crisis situations and with admission into services for those who are referred by the criminal justice system and diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness.
Provide assessment, diagnosis, counseling and treatment services to identified Forensic clients.
Provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment in the form of out patient, evidence-based and trauma-informed counseling to identified clients.
Provide treatment in compliance with Center policies and program procedures as well as clinical guidelines.
Attend the regularly scheduled Fore audits and client reviews.
Assist Program Directors with community outreach and trainings when necessary.
Perform other duties as requested and authorized by the Forensic Program Director in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of Texoma Community Center.
Operate under trauma-informed and recovery-oriented models of care which align with CCBHC standards.