Therapist

Role Responsibilities

The therapist provides direct services to individuals, both Youth and Adults, diagnosed with serious and pervasive mental illness. The desired candidate must have diverse, well-developed clinical skills as well as rehabilitation skills, working with a wide range of behavioral and substance abuse problems. The candidate will be well versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), brief solution focused therapy, group therapy as well as a conceptual understanding of assessment, crisis management, family systems, case management and coordination of services and community resources. Must be able to work within a multi-disciplinary treatment team within a multi-faceted behavioral health care delivery system. Must be able to develop Recovery Plans, complete Adult/Children Needs and Strength Assessments for patients on assigned caseload. The position will provide clinical services to self-paying, individuals, private insurance and eligible Medicaid, Medicare and Priority population patients.  Documentation and assessments must meet all applicable standards. Must have excellent engagement, time management and organizational skills. Will assume responsibility for own Productivity expectation. Routine hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday with flexibility for schedule changes to allow for work outside routine hours or day. Reports directly to the Clinic Supervisor. Responsible and accountable for the adherence to and promotion of compliance policy.

Salary

• 90%  $66,330 annually to start
• 95%  $70,015 annually at 6 months with satisfactory performance
• 100%  $73,700 annually

Required Education and/or Certifications, Experience, Skills

• Masters in Counseling, Psychology or related field
• Texas license as LCSW or LPC
• Texas driver’s license in good standing as defined by Texana Center’s procedure
• CBT certified or obtain within 6 months of employment
• 2 years therapy experience in mental health field

Preferred Education and/or Certifications, Experience, Skills

• LCSW licensure
• Spanish speaking

Job related Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform SAMA and CPR. 
• Must be able to perform moderate lifting and carrying (15-44#), pushing, stooping, repeated bending, reaching above shoulder, simple grasping, hearing, walking, sitting and twisting.  
• Must have ability to see, write, operate office equipment, operate a motor vehicle and have depth perception. 
• Qualified individual must be able to perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Texana Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer