LPHA Brazos County Jail

Open Until Filled

Salary: $66,547 to $74,856 Annually                      Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: This position provides emergency services/response, information, referral and intake services, as well as diagnostician services to adults in the Brazos County Jail to determine if individuals meet HHSC eligibility criteria for ongoing mental health services, using the principles of trauma informed care. The position triages using evidence-based assessments and refers to psychiatric prescribers as needed. Position also provides cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapy with adults within the jail setting. Position is part of a multi-disciplinary team to include case management, prescribers, court system, and jail personnel. Crisis on Call work required as agency need dictates.
Education: Master’s Degree and licensed as LPHA (LPC or LCSW).
Experience: Should have considerable experience, knowledge and training in the area of assessment and counseling interventions with both youth and adults. Should have knowledge and experience with accessing community resources and coordinating care to meet needs of individuals.
Hours of Work: Generally Monday- Friday 8am-5pm, adjustment in work hours may be warranted to meet the needs of the program.
Licenses/Certifications: LPC or LCSW certification required. Must have reliable transportation and good driving record, valid Texas driver’s license, have valid insurance and be insurable with our insurance company. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) certification, Illness, Management and Recovery certification.
Physical Requirements: Light lifting under 15lbs., moderate carrying 15-44lbs., simple grasping, walking, sitting, standing, operating motor vehicle, operating office equipment, ability to see and hear (with aid), ability to read, write and count, ability to maintain confidentiality, and the ability to work closely with others.
Facility: Brazos County Detention Center