Counselor II/III - Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences' Trauma and Resilience Center

Position Summary

The Counselor II provides professional assessment, counseling support, and referral services to clients by independently utilizing and evaluating community treatment resources. Coordinates and monitors client care, manages more complex cases, and supports continuity of services.

Position Key Accountabilities

• Obtains client historical medical data and interprets data obtained to determine possible problem area.
• Provides professional counseling support to assist clients in understanding their situation and available options.
• Independently assesses patient needs, identifies primary concerns, and determines appropriate referral recommendations.
• Provides short-term problem resolution to clients.
• Makes proper referral recommendations and motivates clients to seek assistance with appropriate community agency.
• Interviews and evaluates service of agencies and may participate in training programs and seminars for client companies.
• Documents and updates client records and keeps client companies appraised of client problems.
• Makes daily guidance and functional oversight to Counselor I staff or interns, as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills

• Advanced knowledge of counseling principles and referral practices.
• Ability to independently assess client needs and recommend appropriate interventions.
• Knowledge of community treatment resources and service networks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases with minimal supervision.
• Ability to provide guidance to entry-level staff or interns.
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) by Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors required.

Minimum Education

A Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Behavioral Sciences or a closely related field required.

Minimum Experience

2 Years Of Related Experience Required.

Physical Requirements

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive

This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code411.094.

Residency Requirement

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.