Rehabilitation Teacher II

Posting 21926
-Posted
10/01/2026

- Health & Human Services Comm

- Max Sec Psych  Psychology

- Healthcare Support

- Vernon State Hospital

- Not Eligible for Telework
- Other Locations (1) -b. $3000 - $4999 per month

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Functional

Title:

Rehabilitation Teacher II

Job Title:

Rehabilitation Teacher II
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Max Sec Psych  Psychology
Posting Number:21926
Closing Date:12/30/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Healthcare Support
Salary Range:$4,094.50-$5,094.16
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-B-16
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:None
Telework:Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 10%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Nonexempt
Facility

Location:

Vernon State Hospital
Job Location City:VERNON
Job Location Address:4730 COLLEGE DR
Other Locations:Vernon
MOS Codes: 4C0 X1

Rehabilitation Teacher II on Extended Forensic Treatment Program (EFTP)

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the‑art treatment that is recovery‑oriented and science‑based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

Under the supervision of the Director of Rehabilitation or designee, assists in performing mid‑level rehabilitative planning and instructional work for patients with mental health challenges in a forensic and/or psychiatric setting. Additionally, assists with the development of comprehensive, structured psychoeducation and psychosocial programs. Work involves assisting with identifying clients' strengths, interests and rehabilitative needs and providing the necessary instruction outlined in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team in teaching self‑help or self‑care to assist clients in attaining their optimum levels of independent living.

Provides services in groups or on an individual basis. Performs assigned duties alone or as part of a multidisciplinary team. Works under moderate supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employee must understand that duties, location of work and shift patterns are subject to change as to best meet the needs of the department, program, or hospital.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for…