Mental Health Clinician at Burke Center – Lufkin, Texas

Job Title: Mental Health Clinician
Location: Nacogdoches, TX
Employer: Burke's Nacogdoches Mental Health Clinic

Burke is seeking a Mental Health Clinician to provide direct rehabilitative services to individuals with chronic mental illness in both office and community/home settings. This role supports clients across Nacogdoches, San Augustine, and Shelby Counties and plays a key part in delivering high-quality, person-centered behavioral health services.

• Provide direct care rehabilitative services in office and community settings
• Deliver services based on individualized rehabilitation plans
• Maintain compliance with Medicaid and agency standards
• Complete timely and accurate documentation
• Travel within the service area to meet client needs
• Collaborate with clinical team members under the supervision of the Clinical Coordinator
• Support individuals with chronic mental illness in achieving treatment goals

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Sociology, Human Development, or related Human Services field meeting QMHP requirements
• Valid Texas driver's license
• Reliable personal vehicle and ability to travel within the service area
• Ability to complete SAMA, CPR, First Aid, and Defensive Driving training
• Insurable driving record

Preferred:

• 6+ months of direct care experience in behavioral health or educational settings
• Knowledge of growth and development
• Familiarity with DSM-IV diagnostic criteria
• LBSW certification

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Time management and organizational abilities
• Flexibility and self-discipline
• Documentation accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Monday-Friday, generally 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Occasional after-hours work may be required

• Salary: $42,120 - $43,555 annually (based on qualifications and experience)
• Travel reimbursement provided

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Prolonged standing, walking, and driving
• Manual dexterity, vision, hearing, and communication abilities

Join a mission-driven organization committed to providing accessible mental health services across East Texas. This role offers meaningful experience for individuals pursuing careers in social work, counseling, and behavioral health services.