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TEXAS MILITARY DEPARTMENT TMD - Health Specialist V (Mental Health and Outreach Counselor - Houston) in Houston, Texas

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00040679 You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE FILED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00040679 APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:Applicants may submit applications through Work In Texas (WIT), however applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS Recruit and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In (Link: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en) Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information. NOTES TO THE APPLICANT: TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate. The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to: Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays Defined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent) Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures Robust free training access through Texas Military Departments Web-Based Learning Program Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs Military membership is not required for this position. ABOUT US: Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG)andthe Texas State Guard (TXSG). Our Vision: Americas premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century. Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad. BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY Performs a range of mental health counseling work focused on preventative methods for members of the Texas Military Department. Serves as a regional promoter of mental fitness for Texas Military Department and networks with community resources best suited to aid Service Members. Work involves assessing, counseling, educating, reporting and analysis. Reports to the DeputyJ9. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of the initiative and independent judgment. WORK HOURS: Monday Friday, 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Identifies and refers Texas Military Department Service Members with behavioral health needs to OJS counselors for clinical treatment and support. Coordinates with the Texas Military Department unit leadership and J9 to identify risk factors within units and provide support to promote mental health awareness and wellness promotion plans. Conducts mental health related psychoeducational skills training for Texas Military Department, to include suicide prevention, resilience, substance use, and other behavioral health and wellness-related topics, as requested by unit leadership based on needs of unit members. Facilitates peer support groups for Texas Military Department service members. Gathers, and presents data to analyze trends and patterns of harmful behaviors, inputs data into Statistical Software program, shares data monthly with Integrated Primary Prevention/Joint Resiliency Directorate Serves as behavioral health advisor to prevention workforce as it relates to prevention of domestic violence, self-harm, sexual violence, sexual harassment, and workplace violence. Coordinates and supports development of Risk Mitigation Plans, in collaboration with Risk Reduction Program, to respond to needs identified by Unit Risk Inventory Follows up to determine reliability and validity of evidence-informed treatment used; makes recommendations regarding modification to services and services delivery. Coordinates with the Texas Military Department Family Support Services programs to offer holistic support and resources to all clients. Participates in the planning process used to implement programs, policies, and procedures. Attends relevant training and continuing education to maintain the essential functions of licensure required for the position. Coordinates routine outreach (develops and maintains wellness boards at unit locations), education, and prevention efforts to units and leadership across the Texas Military Department Provides support and executes plans for mental health assistance to Texas Military Department Service Members and civil servants during disaster response missions. May be required to perform duty in support of local, State, or Federal emergencies, disasters, and other missions to include holidays and weekends. Assists Office of the Joint Surgeon to support critical incidents involving violent acts or major injuries and death providing postvention care. Performs related work as assigned. Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies procedures handbook. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: Graduation from a nationally accredited Masters or PhD program with major coursework in counseling, social work, or related field is required. EXPERIENCE: Three years experience as an independently licensed behavioral health provider (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, PhD, PsyD) by the State of Texas to independently provide mental health services without supervision is required. Experience using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word, or Excel) is required. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Military experience or working with military service members is preferred. Bilingual in Spanish is preferred. REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE: Valid driver's license is required. *If not currently a Texas resident,

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