Part - Time Mental Health Specialist in Lufkin, Texas at Burke Center

Location: Mental Health Emergency Center - Lufkin, TX
Position Number: P#464
Compensation: $14.83 per hour
Work Schedule: Part-time; hours will vary based on unit coverage needs

Burke is seeking a compassionate and dependable Part-Time Mental Health Specialist to support individuals experiencing mental health crises within the Extended Observation and Crisis Residential Units at the Mental Health Emergency Center in Lufkin, TX.

This position plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment for adults with mental illness. The program operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and staff may be scheduled on an as-needed basis to assist with unit coverage.

Successful candidates will demonstrate emotional maturity, flexibility, professionalism, strong communication skills, and sound judgment.

• Monitor and supervise adults experiencing acute mental health symptoms.
• Assist in preventing behavioral escalation and support crisis intervention efforts.
• Encourage individuals to participate in treatment services and daily activities.
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living as needed.
• Observe, document, and report individual behaviors and conditions.
• Support a safe and therapeutic treatment environment.
• Transport individuals to medical or community-based services when necessary.
• Provide services in accordance with Burke and Medicaid standards and requirements.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Reliable transportation.
• Driving record that meets Burke's insurance requirements.
• Ability to successfully complete required training, including Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA), CPR, First Aid, Defensive Driving, Van Driving, and other required training modules.

• Experience working with adults with mental illness.

This position requires walking and standing for extended periods, driving a vehicle, and sufficient hand and finger dexterity to perform job duties. Must have effective communication, hearing, and vision abilities and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Burke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.