Behavioral Health Clinician - State of Oklahoma : Job Details

Job Posting Title Behavioral Health Clinician I Agency 131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Supervisory Organization DOC Ment Hlth/Admin Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) December 26, 2024 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation $66,155.40 Job Description Basic Purpose Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for performing professional work in the administration and interpretation of standardized cognitive, affective and behavioral tests and providing clinical services in a state agency, institution, mental health facility or clinic. Typical Functions Conducts initial interview with client to obtain pertinent case history and background information to make appropriate diagnosis. Administers, scores and interprets various intelligence, personality, aptitude, and/or cognitive, affective and behavioral assessments. Develops an appropriate treatment plan based on test findings and interview; Conducts individual, group and family therapy sessions. Prepares comprehensive evaluation reports. Participates in multidisciplinary staff conferences. Participates in programs and evidenced based practices to support child and family wellbeing. Maintains confidential records of client services in compliance with state and federal regulations. Appear in court and provide testimony in client hearings or other areas. Consults with community agencies and school systems on behalf of clients or provides special programs as requested. May intervene in crisis and potentially life threatening situations. May implement research programs. Level Descriptor This is the basic level of this job family where incumbents are performing beginning level professional work in a training status and under close supervision. At this level incumbents will not be involved in the interpretation of tests, assigning diagnoses, or the supervision or training of others. Education and Experience Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a masters degree in psychology, counseling, human relations, clinical/direct practice social work, or a closely related field which must have included one semester of at least three hundred hours of applied clinical practicum in psychology or counseling. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of administering and scoring a variety of standardized cognitive, affective and behavioral tests; of mental disorders, their symptoms, treatment, and social implications in relation to client and family; of the principles and methods of statistical research; and of methods and techniques used in the training of families. Ability is required to evaluate social, emotional, relationship, cognitive, and behavioral problems; to assess intellectual, cognitive, or personality functioning; to provide therapeutic counseling; to administer cognitive, affective and behavioral tests; and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Special Requirements Some positions may require the ability to endure the physical rigors and personal hazards inherent in hostage negotiation situations; a doctorate in counseling or clinical psychology, eligibility for licensure as a psychologist in the State of Oklahoma and five years of law enforcement experience. ## Upon appointment, incumbents designated by the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services shall complete certification in one of the following required Departmental sponsored training in case management: Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager Adult; Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager Child, Adolescent and Family; or Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager Dual Certification. Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by63 O.S. 427.8. Additional Job Description Mental Health/Mabel Bassett Correctional Center Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.