Counselor Supervisor
Williamson County, TX - Georgetown, TX
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Salary : $69,520.77 - $74,575.04 Annually Location : Georgetown: 200 Wilco Way, TX Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 14.03230 Department: Juvenile Services Opening Date: 02/20/2026 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Exempt JOB SUMMARY Reporting directly to Mental Health Services Director, responsible for overseeing mental health clinicians, programs, and services within the Juvenile Services Department. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMEDHandles and creates work schedules for mental health counselors, temps, and interns for essential coverage Provides trainings to mental health staff on new procedures, processes and changes implemented by department heads Performs performance reviews, makes and recommends personnel changes within department parameters Provides clinical oversite of mental health services, treatment decisions and employee development Conducts staff check-ins regarding caseload and development Oversees and assists with the training and development of counseling interns Provides staff with necessary trainings on policy and procedures Researches assessment tools for possible implementation Provides individual, group and family counseling to juvenile residents and their families Conducts crisis screening for new residents Assists in providing and coordinating community resources based on resident and family needs Participates in identifying and treatment of mental health needs Responds to mental health crisis and provides crisis intervention Assists in planning and implementation of mental health programs Serves as mental health liaison for residents, families and medical professionals Supports residents and families with transition and continuity of mental health care Conducts mental health and counseling assessments Creates and maintains all mental health charts and documentation Coaches non-mental health personnel on youth mental health issues Assists with the training and development of counseling interns Conducts home and school visits to track progress Trains Juvenile Services personnel on trauma care Provides progress update to mental health professionals Attends all meetings and trainings necessary as needed Performs special duties as assigned ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS Reports directly to - Mental Health Services Director Direct Reports - Yes PHYSICAL DEMANDSPosition involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, repetitive motions, and standing Position involves performing non-violent physical restraint Position involves operating motor vehicles Position involves participating or leading adventure-based activities Position involves occasional lifting and carrying of up to fifty (50) pounds and exertion of up to twenty-five (25) pounds of force to move objects ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment Contact with persons accused or adjudicated of crimes Exposure to aggressive behavior and bodily fluids of youth with mental health needs Regular travel between work sites as required IRREGULAR HOURS Includes regular occurring evening and weekend hours and occasional holiday hours Work schedule and on-call schedule assigned Ability to provide crisis intervention 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Position requires 24 hour on-call schedule rotation May be deemed as essential personnel in the event of an emergency Essential personnel for emergency situations; discretion of department director Regular attendance is required The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMaster's degree in behavioral health, counseling or related field (see licensure requirements below) Two (2) years of experience as a licensed mental health practitioner Two (2) years of supervisory experience Two (2) years of experience working with youth Working knowledge of specific job-related technology LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSRequired One of the following: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) Licensed Sex Offender Therapist Provider (LSOTP) Required within (30) days of employment Valid Texas driver's license Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR and First Aid Certification Crisis Prevention Intervention PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience as a fully licensed mental health professional Two (2) to Four (4) years of supervisory experience Two (2) to Four (4) years of experience working with youth Prior experience working as a clinical supervisor Bilingual in Spanish EMPLOYMENT TESTING Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below: Criminal background check: Yes Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes Drug screening: Yes Physical exam: Yes Psychological exam: No Additional: Child Abuse Registry Check, The Diana Screen® SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at . Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department. TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533. 01 I am a Masters Level, licensed mental health professional (LPC, LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LCDC, or LSOPT). If yes, please indicate type of licensure and expiration date in the licensure section of this application. Yes No 02 As a fully Licensed Mental Health practitioner, which of the following statements best demonstrates your years of experience providing mental health services? None Less than 1 Year 1 Year- less than 2 Years 2 Years-3 Years 3 or More Years 03 Do you possess at least two (2) years of experience working with youth and families, specifically related to providing mental health services? Yes No 04 Do you have at least two (2) years of demonstrated supervisory experience? Yes No 05 Do you currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire? Yes No 06 Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal records check. The offer of employment will be contingent upon a non-disqualifying criminal history/sex offender registration background check, child abuse registry check, and passing a drug test and physical exam (provided by County). I am able to meet this requirement. Yes No 07 A preferred requirement is for a candidate that is bilingual in English and Spanish. Do you speak and understand both English and Spanish? Yes No 08 I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. Please avoid the use of acronyms or abbreviations that describe job duties and define job titles. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected. I also understand that I may not submit a resume in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information. I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above statement. Yes No 09 Have you ever been the subject of a Child Protective Services (CPS) investigation? What was the outcome of the investigation? Type N/A if this does not apply. 10 At Williamson County Juvenile Services, the protection and safety of the youth that we serve is our #1 priority. For that reason, we will screen all candidates that move forward in the process for positions of trust with children with The Diana Screen®. The Diana Screen® is a sexual risk screening tool used by Williamson County Juvenile Services to screen candidates moving forward in the process to work or volunteer with our youth. The Diana Screen® is administered on a computer in our office and takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. The Diana Screen® helps to identify people who may step over a sexual boundary line or who may present a sexual risk to children and teens. The Diana Screen® is used as one part of Williamson County Juvenile Service's overall application/interview/screening process.By completing The Diana Screen® you are helping to make Williamson County Juvenile Services as safe as possible for the youth in our care. For more information about The Diana Screen® please visit acknowledge my understanding that the results of the Diana Screen® will be used in determining my eligibility for employment with Williamson County Juvenile Services and I consent to pre-employment/pre-offer participation in the Diana Screen®. Yes No 11 Please provide a brief statement illustrating why you should be considered the most qualified individual for this position. 12 I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. Please avoid the use of acronyms or abbreviations that describe job duties and define job titles. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected. I also understand that I may not submit a resume in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information. I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above statement. Yes No 13 Use the space below to explain ALL gaps in employment. Type N/A if this does not apply. 14 This position is eligible to receive the Salary Adjustment Grant, as implemented by the TJJD. This grant could supplement annualized pay by an additional $6000 per year, through August 31, 2027. Continuation beyond these dates is not known or guaranteed.Please select "yes" that you understand this grant could increase the annualized salary for this position as listed above. Yes No Required Question
Created: 2026-03-04