Location: Polk Mental Health Clinic | Livingston, TX
Position Number: 1644
Compensation: $43,920-$45,355 annually, depending on qualifications and experience
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, generally 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | Occasional after-hours work may be required
Travel Reimbursement: Provided

About the Role

Burke is looking for a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Mental Health Clinician to join our Polk Mental Health Clinic team in Livingston.

In this role, you'll provide direct rehabilitative services to children, adolescents, and their families, with the opportunity to also work with adults experiencing chronic mental illness. Services are provided in clinic, community, and home settings throughout Polk, San Jacinto, and Tyler Counties.

You'll work closely with individuals and families to support their recovery goals while following individualized treatment plans and established standards of care. We're looking for someone who communicates well, stays organized, and can work independently while managing responsibilities in a variety of settings.

What You'll Do

• Provide direct rehabilitative services to children, adolescents, and their families, as well as adults when assigned.
• Deliver services in clinic, community, and home settings throughout Polk, San Jacinto, and Tyler Counties.
• Provide services according to each individual's approved recovery plan and Burke and Medicaid requirements.
• Perform emergency mental health assessments as needed.
• Complete required clinical documentation accurately and within established timeframes.
• Collaborate with individuals, families, and treatment team members to support recovery goals.
• Manage schedules and service responsibilities effectively.
• Work under the supervision of the unit Clinical Coordinator.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field that meets Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) requirements, including 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 qualifying Human Services discipline.
• Valid Texas driver's license with a driving record insurable by Burke's insurance administrator.
• Reliable personal vehicle and ability to travel routinely throughout the service area.
• Strong communication, organizational, time-management, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to a community-based service environment.
• Ability to successfully complete required training, including Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA), CPR, First Aid, and Defensive Driving.

Preferred

• At least 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.

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 the ability to see, hear, communicate verbally, walk, stand for prolonged periods, lift up to 50 pounds, drive a vehicle, and use hands and fingers for daily tasks. Must also be physically able to complete required training.

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.

Applicants must provide proof of identity and employment authorization as part of the hiring process. Final candidates are subject to applicable background and driving record checks.