TMD - Health Specialist V (Mental Health and Outreach Counselor - Houston)

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE FILED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT:
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00040679

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:
Applicants may submit applications through Work In Texas (WIT), however applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS Recruit and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In (Link: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en)

Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer 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.

NOTES TO THE APPLICANT:

TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate. The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays
• Defined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually
• Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)
• Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures
• Robust free training access through Texas Military Department’s Web-Based Learning Program
• Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services
• Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs

Military membership is not required for this position.

ABOUT US:

Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State & Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).

Our Vision: America’s premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.

Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.

BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY

Performs a range of mental health counseling work focused on preventative methods for members of the Texas Military Department. Serves as a regional promoter of mental fitness for Texas Military Department and networks with community resources best suited to aid Service Members. Work involves assessing, counseling, educating, reporting and analysis. Reports to the DeputyJ9. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of the initiative and independent judgment.

WORK HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifies and refers Texas Military Department Service Members with behavioral health needs to OJS counselors for clinical treatment and support.
• Coordinates with the Texas Military Department unit leadership and J9 to identify risk factors within units and provide support to promote mental health awareness and wellness promotion plans.
• Conducts mental health related psychoeducational skills training for Texas Military Department, to include suicide prevention, resilience, substance use, and other behavioral health and wellness-related topics, as requested by unit leadership based on needs of unit members.
• Facilitates peer support groups for Texas Military Department service members.
• Gathers, and presents data to analyze trends and patterns of harmful behaviors, inputs data into Statistical Software program, shares data monthly with Integrated Primary Prevention/Joint Resiliency Directorate
• Serves as behavioral health advisor to prevention workforce as it relates to prevention of domestic violence, self-harm, sexual violence, sexual harassment, and workplace violence.
• Coordinates and supports development of Risk Mitigation Plans, in collaboration with Risk Reduction Program, to respond to needs identified by Unit Risk Inventory
• Follows up to determine reliability and validity of evidence-informed treatment used; makes recommendations regarding modification to services and services delivery.
• Coordinates with the Texas Military Department Family Support Services programs to offer holistic support and resources to all clients.
• Participates in the planning process used to implement programs, policies, and procedures.
• Attends relevant training and continuing education to maintain the essential functions of licensure required for the position.
• Coordinates routine outreach (develops and maintains wellness boards at unit locations), education, and prevention efforts to units and leadership across the Texas Military Department
• Provides support and executes plans for mental health assistance to Texas Military Department Service Members and civil servants during disaster response missions.
• May be required to perform duty in support of local, State, or Federal emergencies, disasters, and other missions to include holidays and weekends.
• Assists Office of the Joint Surgeon to support critical incidents involving violent acts or major injuries and death providing postvention care.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies & procedures handbook.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Graduation from a nationally accredited Master’s or PhD program with major coursework in counseling, social work, or related field is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Three years’ experience as an independently licensed behavioral health provider (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, PhD, PsyD) by the State of Texas to independently provide mental health services without supervision is required.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word, or Excel) is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Military experience or working with military service members is preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE:

• Valid driver's license is required. *If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct agency business
• Must possess one of the following licenses:
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in a field of psychology or Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)

** Must maintain a valid license for continued employment in this position. **

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Selected candidate must pass a federal security background investigation. The process includes a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI) and fingerprinting. New employees must complete and sign the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Form SF85 Completed forms are submitted to the OPM for the background investigations.
• The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Texas Military Department participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization
• Upon hire with the State of Texas, males between the ages of 18 through 25 must provide proof of registration or exemption with the Selective Service. For further information, visit the Selective Service website at https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfVerification.aspx

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Program management processes and techniques
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
• Knowledge of case management techniques
• Training and marketing techniques
• Military culture
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops
• Knowledge of community mental health resources
• Applicable local, State and Federal ordinances and laws

Skill in:

• Communicating effectively both orally and in writing
• Operating computers using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams)
• Promoting services to Texas Military Department units and leaders
• Networking with community resources

Ability to:

• Maintain confidentiality
• Interpret policies, procedures and regulations
• Prepare complex and concise reports within required timeline
• Gather, assemble, correlate and analyze facts
• Establish goals and objectives
• Devise solutions to administrative problems
• Engage in continuing education and share knowledge base with Joint Resiliency Directorate
• Ability to communicate effectively to small or large groups
• Effectively coordinate work with other individuals or groups (Master Resiliency Trainer, Risk Reduction Program, Army Substance Abuse Program, Office of the Joint Surgeon Behavioral Health Program, etc.)
• Establish effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers and military unit leadership

PHYSICAL/ WORKING CONDITIONS

May be required to work evenings, weekends or holidays as required. Work is typically performed in an office setting involving sitting, standing, and walking to perform job duties. Work requires extensive use of a personal computer and telephone. Incumbent must be able to drive a vehicle to designated locations. Work requires travel approximately 50% of the time with occasional overnight stays. This position may periodically require the ability to lift, carry, move and/or set up equipment and materials that weight up to 25 pounds.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE

If you qualify for a Military Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation at the time of applying. Documentation must be provided before a Military Employment Preference can be granted.

Currently Serving U.S. Armed Forces or Texas National Guard - Statement of service memo

Veteran – DD Form 214 (or Equivalent)

Spouse of a member of the United States Armed Forces or Texas National Guard serving on active duty – Marriage certificate and verification of duty status (active duty orders, PCS orders, statement of service)

Spouse of a veteran if the spouse is the primary source of income for the household and the veteran has a total disability rating based either on having a service-connected disability with a disability rating of at least 70 percent or on individual unemployability – Marriage certificate, VA Civil Service Preference Letter indicating disability rating, and documentary proof of income

Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage certificate and DD Form 1300

Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty – Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300

Disabled Veteran - VA Civil Service Preference Letter

VETERANS:

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the following fields or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply:

United States Army: 73A Social Worker

United States Navy: 230X SC - Medical Service Corps

United States Coast Guard: HS Health Services Technican

United States Marine Corps: No military equivalent

United States Air Force: 4E0X1 Public Health

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category - Medical and Health (texas.gov)

Contact TMD’s Veteran's Liaison, Paul Love if you have questions at (512)782-3836 or staffingHR@military.texas.gov

The Texas Military Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, or status as an individual with a disability or protected veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.