TJJD - Mental Health Assistant GID

Overview

GENERAL DESCRIPTION TJJD addresses the multiple and complex needs of the youth committed to the agency as well as their families through a trauma informed multidisciplinary integrated approach that includes implementation of the agency approved Texas Model and a Mental Health Treatment Program (MHTP). The MHTP provides enhanced psychiatric and psychological assistance to youth who have been diagnosed with moderate to severe mental health problems and/or illnesses, which allows the general rehabilitation case managers to focus on risk reduction and protective factor enhancement strategies in order to reduce the risk of reoffending.

This collaboration allows for holistic and individualized treatment of youth in need of MHTP services.

• Performs entry-level psychological work. Work involves assisting in planning, organizing, coordinating, and monitoring specialized treatment programs. Assists in meeting program goals and objectives; and provides Mental Health Services to youth. Implements and adheres to program standards; and fiscal, personnel, and legal policies.
• Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per work week.
• Facilitates treatment groups.
• Participates in Youth Service Team Meetings.
• Participates in implementation of behavior interventions and treatment plans.
• Assists in administering, scoring, analyzing, results of non-projective and performance tests.
• Assists in performing diagnostic and treatment functions.
• May assist with psychological research projects and program evaluations.
• May assist assigned therapist with family involvement.
• Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures.
• Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.
• Monitors outcomes for racial, ethnic, and gender disparities and takes action to address identified disparities.

Additionally, regulatory and operational notes are provided in the application guidance and general requirements below.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree with major course work in psychology or a related field.
• Experience and Education Substitutions:
• One year of appropriate experience may substitute for one year of college (30 course hours) on a year for year basis.
• Completed course hours of undergraduate study may substitute for up to four years of experience on a basis of 30 course hours for one year of experience.
• Pro-rated part-time experience may satisfy the experience requirement.
• 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 licenses/certifications 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 are described later in this description.

All applicants must complete the following forms and attach them to the application, email to HRJobsgiddingsas.gov, or mail to TJJD Human Resources, 1027 Pvt. Rd. 2261, Giddings, TX 78942 for consideration:

• 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.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE

A complete job description and requirements are available at:

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS

Applicants applying through Work In Texas (WIT) will also need to complete the supplemental questions and forms to be considered for this posting. To complete the supplemental questions, please go to the CAPPS Career Center https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to register and create a profile, or login and access your existing profile. A complete job description and other job requirements are available there. To complete the supplemental forms listed above, go to https://

and attach to the application, email to HRJobsgiddingsas.gov, or mail to TJJD Human Resources, 1027 Pvt. Rd. 2261, Giddings, TX 78942.

ALTERNATE METHODS OF APPLYING

Send completed application, supplemental questions/forms, and copies of diploma and college transcripts via email to HRJobsgiddingsas.gov or regular mail to TJJD Human Resources, 1027 Pvt. Rd.2261, Giddings, TX 78942.

PLEASE NOTE

Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment history. 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, supervisor’s name and…