Educational Resource Clinician

Job Number: 30

Location: Midland

Supervises: N

FLSA: Exempt

Division: MH

Salary:  $64,983 per year.  Sign on bonus may be available.

Shift: M-F 8am - 5pm; may require a flexible work schedule; Assigned work hours may change as the needs of the agency and clients change

Driving required: Y

Travel required: Y

Settings: office, field

POSITION SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:

The Educational Resource Clinician is responsible for increasing awareness and understanding of mental health and substance use disorders within the school districts covered by Region 18 Education Service Center.  This position will assist school personnel with implementing initiatives related to mental health and substance use disorders.  The Clinician will ensure local school personnel are aware of best practices and evidence-based curriculum for mental health promotion and intervention, substance abuse prevention and intervention, and suicide prevention as well as resources and services available for prevention, treatment and recovery for mental health or substance use. 

The Educational Resource Clinician is responsible for all administrative duties and requirements to include:  a monthly activity and evaluation report, documenting activities, submitting all required paperwork, maintaining all appropriate records, and working directly with Education Service Center staff and Mental Health First Aid Outreach Workers at relevant Community Centers.  This position offices at the Region 18 Education Service Center and functions as the Behavioral Health Partnership Program Liaison per HB19.

This position works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Required:  Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.  Must be a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA): Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed to practice in Texas; Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); Psychologist licensed to practice in Texas and designated as a health-service provider; Registered nurse with a degree in psychiatric nursing; or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed to practice in Texas.

Experience Required:  At least 1 year experience providing therapy or working in a school setting preferred.

Registration, Certification, Licensure or other Qualifications Required: 

• Must maintain a valid Texas Driver's license, auto liability insurance and a driving record acceptable to PermiaCare's insurance requirements.
• Required to pass criminal history and background checks as well as pre-employment drug screen.
• Must be a LPHA as defined by the Texas Administrative Code.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Increase awareness and understanding of mental health and substance use disorders within the school districts covered by Region 18 Education Service Center.
• Assist school personnel with implementing initiatives, best practices and resources related to mental health and substance use disorders. 
• Facilitate and/or provide needed trainings on mental health and substance use, based on requests from school and ESC18 personnel.
• Facilitate trainings regarding effects of grief and trauma, substance use and abuse, intervention and prevention, and Mental Health First Aid.
• Implement plans to increase awareness and understanding of mental health and substance use disorders within covered school districts.
• Complete needs assessments related to mental health and substance use and misuse for children, adolescents and families in the targeted ESC area by working closely with: HHSC, LMHAs in the ESC18 region, MHFA Outreach Workers, ESC18 staff, local school districts, and other community stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with the MHFA Outreach Workers at LMHAs in the ESC18 region, ESC18 staff and the local school districts in the ESC18 region.
• Produce or assist in producing reports in a timely manner, including a monthly activity and evaluation report, documenting activities, submitting all required paperwork, and maintaining all appropriate records.
• Research resource information online and through networking.
• Liaise and collaborate between systems including: LMHAs, ESCs, school districts, and state and community agencies.
• Design, implement, and coordinate a calendar of events.
• Complete and submit monthly reporting template to supervisor.
• Manage training schedule including the promotion, registration, and evaluation processes.
• Arrange and set up training events, including supplies, equipment, refreshments, etc as needed prior to training. 
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, confidentiality rules, health and safety requirements, and agency policies. 
• Conduct outreach and form new partnerships. 
• Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
• Represent the agency effectively in a variety of settings and with diverse communities. 
• Attend community-based meetings to network and learn about community resources as needed.
• Employ a variety of creative and diverse techniques suitable for different audiences to support learning goals.
• Manage all phases of training interventions. 
• Periodically evaluate ongoing programs and contracts to ensure that the trainings reflect any changes. 
• Develop and implement short- and long-term goals and objectives.  
• Develop or oversee the production of handouts, instructional materials, aids and manuals. 
• Understand trauma informed services.
• Maintain LPHA licensure at all times. 
• Secure Continuing Education Units (CEUs) when needed. 
• Comply with HIPAA and FERPA regulations.
• Attend educational conferences, workshops and educational opportunities when requested or approved. 
• Meet unit performance measures or targets.
• Enter accurate and appropriate documentation of services within timeframe required.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive records and treatment information, client files and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA, laws, rules and regulations, and established procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable physical on-site attendance. Regular attendance, dependability, and promptness are required for the scheduled work day 100% of the time, to ensure consistency and completeness of program's processes.
• Comply with the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation policy and reporting requirements.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior policy requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with individuals served and their families, supervisors, co-workers and visitors by demonstrating cooperative, courteous and respectful behavior at all times.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor.
• Open and process mail/email in a timely manner.
• Answer phone, collect phone messages and respond to requests timely and accurately.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Perform all work functions and interactions using a trauma informed approach.
• Display professionalism when representing PermiaCare and the program in the community.
• Maintain compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Maintain valid and current driver's license, auto insurance, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation at all times. Driving may be required for this position.
• Complete all training as assigned prior to due date.
• Other duties as assigned.

MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (these duties are not designated as essential for the purposes of ADA; they are still required duties):

• Fill in for other clinical staff as needed.
• Stay abreast of new trends and tools in training and behavioral health.
• Provide translation, if applicable.
• Participate in team meeting or staffings.
• Participate in community activities and/or attends community meetings as needed.
• Participate in workgroups and committees as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of mental illness and treatment.
• Knowledge of substance use disorder and treatment.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and personalities.
• Ability to facilitate sound programs for training and development.
• Ability to work different types of AV and computer equipment.
• Knowledge of Zoom and other Video Communication tools and multiple social media platforms and the ability to utilize the tools.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Knowledge of training procedures and techniques; of group processes, group dynamics, and interpersonal relations; and of instructional and curriculum design.
• Ability to formulate learning objectives, to develop training objectives, to assess the effectiveness of training, to assess training needs, and to communicate effectively.
• Good professional judgment.
• Ability to instruct others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with regulatory agencies, school districts and community organizations.
• Ability to comfortably speak to small, medium and large groups (in person and virtually).
• Ability to lead group learning.
• Ability to demonstrate harmonious behavior and professional conduct when interacting with other staff and individuals out in the community.
• Ability to build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Ability to effectively handle potentially aggressive behavior in a positive manner.
• Excellent record keeping and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and ability to protect confidentiality.
• Effective multi-tasking skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Welcoming, positive behavior.
• Ability to express self clearly and effectively, orally and in writing
• Effective time management skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills, including positive attitude.
• Cultural sensitivity.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Knowledge of trauma informed theories, principles and practices.
• Flexibility and adaptability to different work environments.
• Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Reading and comprehending.
• Reasoning and analyzing.
• Ability to coordinate with various inter-agency personnel.
• Ability to fulfill PMAB and CPR/First Aid requirements
• Ability to work independently
• Good interpersonal skills, including ability to build rapport with individuals including co-workers.
• Ability to display comfort in interacting with individuals of diverse cultural, ethnic and economic backgrounds and with social service, healthcare, educational and criminal justice organizations, as needed.
• Ability to acquire and utilize new skills as the job requires.
• Ability to work cooperatively and productively with supervisor, individuals, co-workers, and groups of persons at all levels of activity, contributing to a spirit of teamwork.
• Ability to maintain highly confidential information.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to plan and schedule work and implement directives without constant supervision.
• Model professionalism by appropriate dress, language, ethics and work habits.
• Ability to drive personal and/or company vehicle.  This position may require travel to agency program sites, community and residential sites, and/or locations outside the PermiaCare catchment area.  This position may require transport of agency individuals and/or individuals served.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Abilities Required:

• Light Lifting, under 15 lbs
• Light Carrying, under 15 lbs
• Walking
• Standing
• Sitting
• Operating office equipment
• Operating motor vehicle
• Ability to see
• Hearing (with aid)
• Ability to write
• Ability to count
• Ability to read
• Ability to tell time

Other (specify):  driving required. May require some travel after hours and overnight.

WORKSITE CONDITIONS:

• Travel
• Inside
• Long or irregular work hours
• Working closely with others
• Working alone

ADA Statement:  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EEO Statement:  PermiaCare is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties, activities or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, activities and responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute an employment contract with PermiaCare.  Employment is at-will. 

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