TJJD - Manager IV - Associate Manager of Institution Clinical Services - (MCL) - 26170 Job at TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT
HOW TO APPLY
Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms):
- TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
- Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
- Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
- Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)
Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.
Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00026170&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).
Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms) and can be submitted via email to: hrjobsmart@tjjd.texas.gov.
Apply via Email to hrjobsmart@tjjd.texas.gov. Send completed application, supplemental questions/forms, and copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).
PLEASE NOTE
Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.
Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.
BENEFITS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs highly complex (senior-level) managerial work and provides administrative and clinical supervision of psychology staff, psychology interns, practicum students, program specialists for specialized treatment, and rehabilitation program specialists at the secure facility. Directs professional services including group, individual, and family counseling; administers and interprets psychological evaluations of youth; and the monitors and evaluates youth at risk of suicide or in need of specialized treatment services. Coordinates and conducts the agency’s approved treatment program, specialized treatment programs, and other in-service training; serves as the chairperson on the Special Services Committee; and participates in other multidisciplinary committees. Provides clinical oversight of the facility and assists the Superintendent in management of the overall treatment program of the facility. Supervises, monitors, evaluates, helps design and provides training for the agency’s approved treatment program as well as special individual and group treatment programs. Oversees the monitoring of youth’s progress through specialized treatment programs, managing wait lists of youth in need of services, and 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 Director of Treatment about youth in these programs and communicates issues that arise and which impact the delivery of those services. Ensures supplemental groups are scheduled and occur regularly. Participates in regular staffings with the treatment staff at the facility, and assists in referrals and monitoring of youth on psychotropic medication.
Works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek and be on-call, and travel occasionally.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides clinical oversight and assists the Clinical Director in the management of the treatment program(s) at the facility. (20%)
Provides administrative or clinical supervision of psychology staff, psychology interns, practicum students, program specialists for specialized treatment, and rehabilitation program specialists at the facility. (10%)
Provides direct psychological services and/or specialized treatment services that may include group or individual services. (5%)
Oversees direct psychological specialized treatment services including group, individual, and family counseling; and works collaboratively with treatment teams to design interventions to aid youth who experience difficulty progressing in treatment and ensures treatment groups are held as scheduled and needed. (15%)
Coordinates and oversees the training, consultation, and technical assistance of the agency’s approved treatment program and specialized treatment programs to staff within and outside of the psychology department. (5%)
Oversees the implementation and clinical integrity of the agency’s approved treatment program and specialized treatment programs. (5%)
Communicates issues and concerns regarding specialized treatment programs with the Clinical Director. (5%)
Evaluates and monitors youth at risk of suicide or in need of specialized treatment services; effectively manages wait lists for youth requiring specialized treatment; and ensures youth progress and provides consultation and supervision to clinicians providing direct service through specialized treatment programs in a timely manner. (15%)
Reviews clinical and forensic evaluations and risk management recommendations in transition/transfer packets for clinical integrity and effectively manages duties for assigned clinicians. (10%)
Assists clinical director in monitoring facility mental health needs and ensures access to mental health resources is efficient and timely in accordance with agency policy. (5%)
Monitors outcomes for racial, ethnic, and/or gender disparities and takes action to address identified disparities.
Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:
- Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.
- Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested timeframes.
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree. Licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with the accompanying supervisor designation.
Preferred:
- Master’s degree with major course work in a clinical psychology, counseling or Social Work.
Note: Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution.
Requirements for Continued Employment:
- Failure to maintain required licensure/certification will result in termination of employment.
This position is subject to mandatory pre-employment drug testing and any offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results from a drug screen conducted for the agency.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
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Knowledge of:
- Psychometric and psychological principles to include behavior modification.
- Diagnostic criteria outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, Fifth ed. and the Texas Education Association for the evaluation of serious emotional disturbances.
- Local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to treatment of youth.
- Principles and practices of public administration.
- Agency policies and procedures.
Skill in:
- Evaluating and assessing to include projective techniques.
- Designing and carrying out valid, reliable research projects.
- Training or teaching others.
- Mediation and staff development.
- Designing and implementing special treatment programs for individuals or groups with special needs.
- Organizing and prioritizing workloads to carry out assigned tasks in a timely manner.
- Designing and implementing program evaluation studies.
- Providing individual and group counseling.
- Providing family counseling.
- Working collaboratively to establish rapport and build credibility with a wide array of internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintaining confidentiality and demonstrate being fair, impartial, and unaffected by personal biases in professional dealings.
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- Operating computers and using applicable computer software.
- Interpreting and applying rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to:
- Clearly convey ideas and instructions, make clear oral presentations of facts, and explain policies and procedures to staff and the public.
- Express ideas clearly in writing; to write appropriately for different audiences; and critically evaluate written communications.
- Recognize when decisions need to be made, process information logically, make decisions, and to demonstrate the soundness of those decisions.
- Work collaboratively with all stakeholders and maintain a professional, courteous demeanor.
- Manage unit activities.
- Establish goals and objectives.
- Devise solutions to administrative problems.
- Develop administrative policies and procedures.
- Prepare reports.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Supervise the work of others.
- Work in excess of 40 hours per workweek, be on-call and travel occasionally.
- Follow ethical standards and enforce agency policies.
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