Mental Health Clinician II (Pediatrics Developmental Health and Pediatrics - Galveston

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Mental Health Clinician II (Pediatrics Developmental Health and Pediatrics - Galveston - ( 2601184 ) Description Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work. Current licensure as a Professional Counselor, Psychological Associate, or Clinical Social Worker with five (5) years experience as a LPA, LPC or LCSW. JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing mental health evaluation and therapeutic intervention to patients. Works under the supervision of a Psychologist, Mental Health Manager, and/or Program Director. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  Contributes to the success of the UTMB Managed Care organization.  Interviews, evaluates and diagnoses patients identified as having mental health needs.  Provides individual and group psychotherapy and crisis intervention.  Develops, implements and reviews Individual Treatment Plans.  Assists with training and education of mental health, medical and other staff.  Assists in the implementation of Quality Improvement/Quality Management (QI/QM) programs and the monitoring of compliance with required policies, procedures and standards.  Provides routine consultation and communication with supervis...