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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY DEPT 405

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Austin, TX
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Texas Mental Health License Or CertificationMaster's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Texas Department of Public Safety seeks an advanced-level counselor for Victim and Employee Support Services. The role provides confidential counseling, therapy, crisis intervention, and related services to agency employees and eligible family members. It also develops and conducts training, supports referrals, and may respond to critical incidents. The position works statewide in Texas and may require travel, overnight stays, or alternate shifts.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CounselingClinical Crisis InterventionTrauma CounselingEvidence-Based TherapyTelehealth TherapyCulturally Competent CareTrauma-Informed CareDiplomacyCollaborationRelationship Building

Qualifications

Master's in Related DisciplineFive Years Licensed PracticeTexas Mental Health License or CertificationValid Driver's License

Full job description

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=104700andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionPLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?FOCUS=ApplicantandGENERAL DESCRIPTION: Perform advanced (senior-level) counseling and administrative work for Victim and Employee Support Services (VESS). Work involves providing direct services to noncommissioned employees and dependent family members to include crisis intervention, and treatment services, primarily therapy. Work will include developing and conducting training programs. Work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment within the limits of applicable statutes, professional ethics, allocated resources, regulations, policies, and procedures.The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC\_MedicalandHealth.pdfApplicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Provide professional and confidential treatment in a voluntary counseling program for non-commissioned agency employees and their families; make referrals and maintain follow-up evaluations on employees requiring additional psychological services from outside facilities; and provide appropriate support and other group intervention services.2. Provide crisis and other clinical services to employees, and eligible family members.3. Provide emergency and crisis services during critical incidents, large scale events, and disasters.4. Develop, coordinate, and conduct training for internal and external stakeholders, employees, other agency employees, professionals, and community members. Topics may include stress management, work performance enhancement, and suicide prevention. Training may be conducted in-person or virtually to include webinars.5. Promote and maintain VESS program services that comply with mental health professional standards for working with clients. As a statewide position, this role may need to assist in various regions to accommodate vacancies or high demand circumstances.6. May assist with coordination and screening incoming referrals for clinical appropriateness and identify appropriate community referrals as needed. Maintain and report activity data monthly or as requested. 7. Adhere to policies and procedures.8. Identify areas of needed change and make recommendations to improve operations.9. Travel within the state of Texas as required to achieve position objectives. Travel to more than one work location and overnight travel may be required.10. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.11. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to assisting in critical incident response. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS: Educ tion - Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a masters degree in a mental health, social science, behavioral science, or other related discipline required.Experience - Minimum of five (5) years or more of verifiable work experience as a licensed practitioner in mental health and behavioral counseling including clinical crisis intervention and/or trauma counseling preferred.Licensure and/or Certification - Must possess current certification or licensure, commensurate with masters or doctoral level training as a mental health professional in the State of Texas, such as a licensed clinical social worker, licensed professional counselor, licensed marriage and family therapist, or licensed psychologist. Out of state license holders must obtain a Texas licensure within a 6-month period. Must possess a valid drivers license from state of residence.Regulatory Knowledge - Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies, and procedures. Additionally, must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge of mental health code and professional standards, and community resources.Clinical Skills - Advanced skills in providing goal oriented in-person, and telehealth therapy using evidence-based treatment interventions that may focus on trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, work related stressors, assessment, and crisis intervention. Should have experience working with clients presenting with diverse concerns while delivering culturally competent care.Interpersonal Skills - Demonstrated diplomacy, tact, collaboration, and an ability to establish and maintain effective working/professional relationships with external and internal customers. Ability to effectively and professionally provide direct services to victims and DPS employees in a culturally competent and trauma informed manner. Ability to assist in estab

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