JOB SUMMARY:

To provide clinical assessment, referral, case management, counseling and education by phone or in person.  Creates and participates in mental health workshops and support groups. 

MAJOR DUTIES/CRITICAL TASKS:

• Conducts short term counseling with clients, crisis interventions, conflict management, substance abuse/chemical dependency counseling, case management  and problem resolution. Makes referrals and writes assessments.
• Consults with managers and supervisors concerning employee issues.
• Designs and delivers related training programs.
• Presents and teaches peers on counseling/psychology related topics.
• Participates in committees where EAP expertise is utilized.
• Develops services to increase program effectiveness and utilization.
• Develops and provides input into policies regarding EAP issues.
• Volunteers in community in area of expertise.
• Develops and monitors projects and budgets.
• Mentors team members.
• Adheres to internal controls as established for department.
• Performs related duties as required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Masters degree in Behavioral Sciences related field plus LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker); or LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor). Texas licensure where applicable. 

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) certification; or LCDC (Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor); or LMFT (Licensed Marriage Family Therapist); or CEAP (Certified Employee Assistance Professional) and one year in an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) setting. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & COMPETENCIES (KSACs):

·  Professional collegial relationships with area service providers

·  Strong knowledge of UTMB and UT System  policies and procedures

·  Strong knowledge of state and federal laws as they pertain to counseling

·  Ability to lead teams and committees

·  Self-directed/Flexible/Teamwork

·  Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·  Excellent organizational skills

·  Respected speaker/educator in the community 

EQUIPMENT:

Standard office equipment 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Standard office environment.

Rotating on call.

Flexible work schedule.  

OTHER: 

Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code. 

ANY QUALIFICATIONS TO BE CONSIDERED AS EQUIVALENTS IN LIEU OF STATED MINIMUMS REQUIRE THE PRIOR APPROVAL OF THE CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER. 

THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION UNIVERSITY