Senior Director - Mental Health

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, Texas 79410 United States  View Map
Posted: Feb 27, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Administration and Management
  • Job Description

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    Senior Director - Mental Health
    Lubbock
    40308BR

    Position Description
    Manages and directs the day to day operations of a research center/institute or medium sized department. Plans, coordinates and supervises the operation and activities of the center/institute/department. Develops and implements policies and procedures, administers the budget, organizes tasks and sets priorities.

    Major/Essential Functions
    • Demonstrates and aligns with the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Values Based Culture and supports Service Plus Philosophy of TTUHSC.
    • Provides supervision and management of Mental Health Clinician's (MHC's) and Senior directors in inpatient services at the Montford Unit.
    • Evaluates clinical/work performance of inpatient MHC's and ensures compliance with related state, local and departmental policies such as American Correctional Association (ACA), Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), and TTUHSC.
    • Ensure communication channels between team and leadership remain open and effective.
    • Exercises caution and is mindful of risk management ramifications while providing services and supervising clinicians.
    • Provides team opportunities for continuous professional development and to ensure that the outpatient team maintains and builds a competent workforce to meet the ever-changing demands of the environment.
    About Managed Care:
    Since 1989, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-based culture in all we do. You can learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care by visiting our website HERE.
    This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the Values of TTUHSC:
    • ONE TEAM: Unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our mission
    • KINDHEARTED: Exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping hands, and a positive attitude
    • INTEGRITY: Be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is looking
    • VISIONARY: Nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit
    • BEYOND SERVICE: Create and deliver positive defining moments
    Take care of yourself and your family. Enjoy some of the best benefits in the state of Texas:
    • Comprehensive Benefits Package
    • Training
    • Continuing Education
    • Loan Forgiveness Program
    • Retiree Insurance
    • Paid Leave
    • Leadership Program
    • State Pension


    Required Qualifications
    Bachelor's degree required, master's preferred; Six years progressively responsible management experience. Additional education beyond Bachelor's may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

    To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=885651

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.



    The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.







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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
    • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

    About Us

    Nationally recognized for innovative programs, academic achievement, cutting-edge research and exceptional patient care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center aims to promote a greater health environment for West Texas and beyond. While our flagship campus resides proudly in Lubbock, Texas, TTUHSC operates five schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lubbock and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa).

    Like Texas itself, we are an independent and proud institution that is part of a larger union, the Texas Tech University System. As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing the people of West Texas with world-class patient care. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.

    Our Mission

    As a comprehensive health sciences center, our mission is to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.

    Our Values & Culture

    Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Our five values guide our actions and principles: Beyond Service, Kindhearted, Integrity, One Team, and Visionary.

    Compensation & Benefits

    We are proud to offer many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance, paid time off and substantial automatic retirement contributions. Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:

    • Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
    • State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
    • Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
    • Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
    • Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
    • Leadership and Professional Development Programs
    • Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
    • Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay

    We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Consistently ranked as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education, TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!

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