Mental Health Clinician

Location: Angelina Mental Health Clinic | Lufkin, TX | Serving Angelina, Trinity, Sabine, Newton, and Houston counties
Position Number: P#209
Compensation: $42,120-$43,555 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Travel reimbursement is provided.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, generally 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with occasional after-hours work as needed.

About the Role

Burke is seeking a Mental Health Clinician to provide mental health skills training, case management, and support services to children, adolescents, and their families.

This position focuses on helping individuals develop the skills needed to manage behavioral health challenges and improve daily functioning. Services are provided according to individualized treatment plans and must meet Burke and Medicaid standards.

The clinician will work with individuals and families throughout the assigned service area. Routine travel is required.

What You'll Do

  • Provide mental health skills training and support services to children, adolescents, and their families.

  • Deliver case management and other services according to approved treatment plans.

  • Conduct emergency mental health assessments when needed.

  • Ensure services meet Burke and Medicaid requirements.

  • Complete accurate and timely documentation of services provided.

  • Manage schedules and responsibilities independently while maintaining flexibility to meet individual and program needs.

  • Travel routinely throughout the assigned service area to provide services.

What You Need

Required

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Medicine, Nursing (Registered Nurse), Rehabilitation, Counseling, Sociology, Human Growth and Development, Physician Assistant Studies, Gerontology, Special Education, Educational Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Intervention, or another human services discipline that meets Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) requirements.

  • Valid Texas driver's license.

  • Driving record that meets Burke's insurance requirements.

  • Reliable personal vehicle for routine travel throughout the service area.

  • Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and ability to work independently.

  • Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation.

  • Ability to successfully complete Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA), CPR, First Aid, and Defensive Driving training.

Preferred

  • Six (6) months of direct care experience working with children or adolescents in a behavioral healthcare or educational setting.

  • Knowledge of child and adolescent growth and development.

  • Familiarity with behavioral health diagnostic criteria.

  • Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW).

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Retirement plan with employer match

  • Paid vacation and sick leave

  • Paid holidays

  • Employer-paid life insurance

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Physical Requirements

This position requires adequate vision, hearing, verbal communication, prolonged standing, walking, driving, and hand and finger dexterity. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.