PB Rural MHP Fellow

Texas Tech University • Permian Basin, TX

15h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is used to train the next generation of primary care mental health professionals to become leaders who possess critical and systematic skills to support the empowerment of vulnerable populations in integrated primary care settings. Fellows must accumulate 3,000 hours of supervised experience, including 1,500 hours of direct client contact. Supervision will be provided by licensed supervisors (LPC-S or LCSW-S) in accordance with Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) regulations. Fellows are responsible for maintaining supervision logs and completing all licensure-related documentation.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a field of study relevant to the functional area to which the incumbent is assigned.
• Experience in assessment, diagnosis, and evidenced-based psychological interventions including crisis management.
• 3,000 hours of supervised experience, including 1,500 hours of direct client contact.
• Supervision provided by licensed supervisors (LPC-S or LCSW-S) in accordance with Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) regulations.
• Maintain supervision logs and complete all licensure-related documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Additional consideration given to those who exceed the minimum education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual and group therapy under supervision.
• Deliver brief, evidence-based interventions appropriate for a primary care setting (e.g., CBT, motivational interviewing).
• Collaborate with primary care providers, consulting psychiatrists, and social service staff as part of the care team.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential clinical documentation using the EHR.
• Participate in weekly individual and group supervision sessions.
• Attend didactic sessions, case conferences, and clinical rounds organized by the program.
• Engage in self-assessment and feedback sessions to enhance professional growth.
• Adhere to ethical, regulatory, and institutional guidelines for professional conduct and clinical care.

What This Job Offers

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