What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director II- Clinical Director for Forensic Mental Health Services position at Texas Juvenile Justice Department?
Responsibilities:
-Provides clinical oversight of the facility and assists the Superintendent in managing the overall Texas Model of Trauma Informed Corrections treatment program of the facility.
-Supervises, monitors, evaluates, assists in the design, and provides training for the agency’s Texas Model of Trauma Informed Corrections treatment program as well as special individual and group treatment programs.
-Monitors youths’ progress through specialized treatment programs, managing wait lists of youth in need of services, and for managing movement into and out of specialized programs.
-Works collaboratively with the treatment team to ensure that adaptations and alternative interventions occur as needed with youth in need.
-Consults regularly with the Central Office Director of Treatment Programs about youth in these programs and communicates issues that arise which impact the delivery of those services.
-Ensures supplemental group sessions are scheduled and occur regularly.
-Supervises other psychologists, clinical staff, interns, practicum students, and program specialists for specialized treatment programs assigned to the facility.
-Provides clinical supervision and consultation to the specialized treatment programs. Assists in referrals and monitoring of youth on psychotropic medication.
Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment
Qualifications:
Master’s degree with major course work in clinical, counseling or school psychology. Required:
- Licensed as a mental health professional in the State of Texas. Out-of-state licensees must complete Texas licensure within one year of date of hire with TJJD.
Preferred:
- At least two years of clinical supervisory experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $115,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $115,000 - $130,000
