JOB SUMMARY

Performs highly advanced counseling and psychological work. Work involves overseeing 
psychological testing and assessing, counseling, reporting, and research; and supervising the work 
of others. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and 
independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Oversees and evaluates program activities; oversees, reviews, and implements program 
development and evaluation; and monitors and oversees the monitoring of contracted services 
to ensure implementation and compliance.

B. Participates in and oversees quality of care audits of contracted psychiatric services provided at 
agency correctional facilities; ensures compliance with contract provisions, policies, procedures, 
rules, and regulations; prepares and oversees the preparation of reports of audit findings and 
makes recommendations for corrective action in areas of non-compliance; and reviews and 
evaluates reports for completeness and accuracy.

C. Oversees and participates in unit site visits; interviews offenders and staff; assesses offender 
mental health needs by reviewing assessment documentation; and prepares reports and makes 
treatment recommendations.

D. Provides technical assistance and consultative psychological services for mental health care 
issues to agency staff, provider agencies, and other organizations.

E. Participates in meetings, conferences, and seminars; serves on boards, panels, and 
committees; testifies at hearings and trials; develops and maintains liaison with agency 
departments, outside agencies, and the public; and serves as a member of the agency hostage 
negotiation team.

F. Supervises the work of others; and oversees and coordinates mental health staff training
programs.

* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education, Experience, and Training

1. Master’s degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by 
the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department 
of Education (USDE). Major course work in Psychology, Counseling, or a related mental 
health field.

2. Three years full-time, wage-earning experience in clinical assessment, clinical 
management, clinical psychology, or counseling in a psychological therapeutic 
environment.

3. Program administration experience preferred.

4. Auditing experience preferred.

5. Correctional health care experience preferred.

6. Experience in the supervision of employees preferred.

7. Licensed as a Psychological Associate by the Texas State Board of Examiners of 
Psychologists, licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor by the Texas State Board of 
Examiners of Professional Counselors or licensed in a related mental health field preferred.

B. Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of principles, terminology, techniques, ethics, and procedures of psychological 
assessment.

2. Knowledge of the theories, practices, and procedures of research, diagnostic techniques, 
and psychotherapy and counseling.

3. Knowledge of principles and techniques of tests and measurements and treatment techniques and practices. 

4. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes.

5. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, 
rules, and regulations preferred.

6. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

7. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the 
public.

8. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

9. Skill in administrative problem-solving and conflict resolution techniques.

10. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports.

11. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.

12. Skill in interviewing.

13. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network 
environment.

14. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, 
spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs.

15. Skill to supervise the work of others.

IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend 
repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, 
lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor 
equipment.

B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving 
objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working 
protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.

C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include 
computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and 
automobile.