Job Details
Job Location
Forensic Services 3502 North Holly Avenue - Lubbock, TX
Position Type
Full-time
Education Level
Master's/LPHA Provisional Licensure
Salary Range
$43,560.00 - $45,738.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage
Local Travel/Less than 25%
Job Shift
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Job Category
Health Care
Description
StarCare is in search of a qualified individual to work at the Lubbock County Detention Center as a Women's Forensic Psychoeducational Specialist.
The Forensic Psychoeducational Specialist serves incarcerated women at the Lubbock County Detention Center in a classroom and individual setting. This position provides education over a variety of topics following approved curriculum, collaborates with outside agencies, Lubbock Sheriff's Office (LSO) employees, and other StarCare employees to ensure services are comprehensive and best fit for the Consumer.
Forensic Psychoeducational Specialist Responsibilities:

• Conducts educational and skill building groups for women incarcerated in the Lubbock County Detention Center including but not limited to: Medication Education; Dual Diagnosis; Conflict Resolution; Anger Management; Expressive Arts and Writing) - minimum 2 groups daily to also include individual sessions as needed.
• Provides Crisis Intervention as needed
• Provides individual counseling as needed
• Collaborates with LPDO and StarCare Outpatient Services in reentry planning
• Serves as a consultant with all jail mental health staff.
• Coordinates with Psychiatrist, PNA Staff, jail staff, and other appropriate staff at StarCare.
• Assumes primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating, and revising overall reentry goals and treatment plans for all assigned individuals.
• Facilitates a collaborative biweekly treatment team meeting for identified individuals needing medication management.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm with flexibility to meet the needs of the program.
Benefit Package: StarCare offers an expansive benefit package including, but not limited to: company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, paid hospital indemnity plan, 401k with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations.
Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a Human Service related field
• With applicable licensure to include: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate (LPC-Associate), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Associate (LMFT-Associate), Licensed Master of Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• One (1) year of full-time experience in a related field, preferred .
• Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred .

Local travel, with mileage reimbursement, is required. Must have current Texas driver's license and be insurable under the Center's auto liability insurance. Must pass pre-hire drug screen and criminal background check. Must be able to pass Lubbock County Detention Center security clearance.
This position ensures all activities support the mission, vision, and values of StarCare Specialty Health System. This position impacts outcomes for people by the management of an accessible system of quality, effective, efficient services and resources that support individual choice and promote lives of dignity and self-determination.
WHY CHOOSE StarCare?
Welcome to StarCare Specialty Health System, where your passion for making a difference thrives! At StarCare, we imagine a community where all people have hope and the opportunity to achieve their full potential for health and wellbeing. Here's why you should choose StarCare:

1. Impactful Purpose: Contribute to meaningful change as the state-designated Local Authority for mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders. Be a catalyst for positive empowerment.
2. Comprehensive Care: StarCare offers a diverse array of specialty healthcare services that support and empower people as valued members of the community.
3. Collaborative Environment: StarCare is proud to work with a network of community stakeholders to ensure all people have access to the healthcare they need.
4. Professional Growth: StarCare offers many different opportunities for growth in the fields of mental health, substance use disorders, aging, intellectual & developmental disabilities, veterans, and healthcare administration. Come grow your career with us!
5. Legacy of Service: Since 1967, StarCare has provided hope and health to Lubbock, Hockley, Lynn, Crosby and Cochran counties.

At StarCare Specialty Health System , your work is not a job; it's a fulfilling journey of providing hope and supporting and empowering people as valued members of the community. Ready to get started? We've been waiting for you!