- Monitors at-risk inmates as identified by the Self-Harm Prevention Office.
- Communicates relevant information including patient needs/emergencies and at-risk behavior(s) to mental health and/or medical for assessment.
- Serves as a liaison with other departments to include security, classification and medical.
- Track patient follow-up and clinical outcomes.
- Document patient encounters in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Conduct rounds in the inmate transient and pre-hearing detention areas.
- Attend Unit Classification Committee (UCC) to include inmates returning form Behavioral Health facilities.
- Conduct annual Suicide Prevention Training to both medical and security staff.
- Assesses psychiatric emergencies and provides crisis intervention.
- Attends departmental meetings and trainings, as necessary.
- Maintain compliance with all related policies and procedures. Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Office environment within a corrections /prison facility.
- Requires entering prison facilities.
- May be exposed to such occupational hazards such as communicable diseases, harmful chemicals, and/or disoriented or combative patients.
- Master's degree in counseling, psychology and or social work.
- Licensure or eligible for licensure as a Professional Counselor, Psychological Associate, or Clinical Social Worker.
- Two (2) years of experience working with behavioral health patients.
- Experience in screening and assessing for mental illness.
- Ability to work independently.
- Training and experience in the treatment of mental disorders
- Demonstrated ability to provide training.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
-
Mental Health Clinician
6 days ago
UTMB Health Tennessee Colony, United StatesMental Health Clinician (Self-Harm Prevention Office) - CMC - Coffield Unit · Tennessee Colony, Texas, United States · Social Service · UTMB Health · Requisition # · The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations wi ...
-
Mental Health Clinician
1 week ago
UTMB Health Tennessee Colony, United StatesMental Health Clinician (MHC) - Coffield Unit · **Tennessee Colony, Texas, United States** · Patient Care · UTMB Health · Requisition # · The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of ...
-
Mental Health Clinician
1 week ago
UTMB Health Tennessee Colony, United StatesMental Health Clinician (MHC) - Michael Unit · **Tennessee Colony, Texas, United States** · Patient Care · UTMB Health · Requisition # · The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of ...
-
Mental Health Clinician
1 week ago
UTMB Health Tennessee Colony, United StatesMental Health Clinician (MHC) - Coffield unit · **Tennessee Colony, Texas, United States** · Social Service · UTMB Health · Requisition # · The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department ...
-
Mental Health Clinician
1 week ago
UTMB Health Tennessee Colony, United StatesMental Health Clinician (Self-Harm Prevention Office) - CMC - Michael Unit · **Tennessee Colony, Texas, United States** · Social Service · UTMB Health · Requisition # · The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations ...
-
Mental Health Clinician
1 week ago
UTMB Health Tennessee Colony, United StatesMental Health Clinician (MHC) - Michael Unit · **Tennessee Colony, Texas, United States** · **New** · Social Service · UTMB Health · Requisition # · The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas De ...
-
Mental Health Clinician
1 week ago
UTMB Health Tennessee Colony, United StatesMental Health Clinician (Self-Harm Prevention Office) - CMC - Beto Unit · **Tennessee Colony, Texas, United States** · Social Service · UTMB Health · Requisition # · The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations wi ...
-
Mental Health Clinician
1 week ago
University of Texas Medical Branch Tennessee Colony, United StatesThe mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). · JOB SUMMARY: · This position functions as an integral member o ...
-
Np/pa - Family Medicine
1 week ago
Christus Health Palestine, United States**Summary**: · **Enjoy a balanced professional and personal lifestyle that includes**: · - **Paid Time Off**: · - ** Malpractice Insurance**: · - ** Excellent work/life balance**: · - ** Competitive compensation and benefits package**: · - ** Epic EMR** · CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic ...
-
Rn - Home Health
2 days ago
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice Palestine, United StatesAre you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice. · As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. ...
-
Nurse Clinician
5 hours ago
UTMB Health Tennessee Colony, TX, United StatesNurse Clinician (RN) - Michael Unit · **Tennessee Colony, Texas, United States** · **New** · Nursing & Care Management · UTMB Health · Requisition # · The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas ...
-
Nurse Clinician
1 week ago
UTMB Health Tennessee Colony, United StatesNurse Clinician (RN) Education Beto unit (Casual Appointment) · Tennessee Colony, Texas, United States · Patient Care · UTMB Health · Requisition # · The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas D ...
-
Nurse Clinician
1 day ago
University of Texas Medical Branch Tennessee Colony, TX, United StatesThe mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). · JOB SUMMARY: · Competent clinician to provide direct nursing c ...
-
NP - Family Medicine
1 week ago
CHRISTUS Health Palestine, United States Full time· Summary: · Enjoy a balanced professional and personal lifestyle that includes: · Paid Time Off · Malpractice Insurance · Excellent work/life balance · Competitive compensation and benefits package · Epic EMR · CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic is a multi-specialty medical group with mo ...
-
Travel Speech Language Pathologist
5 days ago
Host Healthcare Palestine, TX, United StatesHost Healthcare is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Palestine, Texas. · Job Description & Requirements · Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist · Discipline: Therapy · Start Date: 05/27/2024 · Duration: 13 weeks · 8 hours per week · Shift: 8 hours, ...
-
Travel Occupational Therapist
2 days ago
Host Healthcare Palestine, TX, United StatesHost Healthcare is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Palestine, Texas. · Job Description & Requirements · Specialty: Occupational Therapist · Discipline: Therapy · Start Date: 06/03/2024 · Duration: 13 weeks · 8 hours per week · Shift: 8 hours, days · Em ...
-
NP/PA - Family Medicine
2 days ago
Christus Health Palestine, TX, United StatesJob Description · Summary: · Enjoy a balanced professional and personal lifestyle that includes: · Paid Time Off · Malpractice Insurance · Excellent work/life balance · Competitive compensation and benefits package · Epic EMR · CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic is a multi-specialty medical ...
-
Nurse Clinician
2 days ago
UTMB Health Palestine, TX, United StatesNurse Clinician (RN) - Powledge Unit · **Palestine, Texas, United States** · **New** · Nursing & Care Management · UTMB Health · Requisition # · The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Depart ...
-
Travel Nurse
4 days ago
Advantis Medical Anderson, United StatesAdvantis Medical is seeking an experienced Medical Surgical Registered Nurse for an exciting Travel Nursing job in Anderson, SC. Shift: 3x12 hr nights Start Date: 06/03/2024 Duration: 13 weeks Pay: $2080.8 / Week Advantis Medical, the #1 rated travel nurse agency, is currently s ...
-
Travel Nurse
1 week ago
Advantis Medical Anderson, United StatesAdvantis Medical is seeking an experienced Medical Surgical Registered Nurse for an exciting Travel Nursing job in Anderson, SC. Shift: 3x12 hr nights Start Date: 06/03/2024 Duration: 13 weeks Pay: $2080.8 / Week Advantis Medical, the #1 rated travel nurse agency, is currently s ...
Mental Health Clinician - Tennessee Colony, United States - University of Texas Medical Branch
Description
The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).
JOB SUMMARY:
This position functions as an integral member of an interdisciplinary team to provide coordination of mental health services to patients with an elevated risk of self-harm.
This position will provide mental health services, as well as monitor and document the inmate's mental well-being and overall adjustment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
EQUIPMENT:
Standard office equipment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.
As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation