Clerk I in Vernon, TX

Description

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Clerk I 
Job Title: Clerk I 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: DevelopMntl Education 
Posting Number: 10948 
Closing Date: 11/18/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Healthcare Support 
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-07 
Salary Range: $2,306.75 - $3,139.75 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 5% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt 
Facility Location: Vernon State Hospital 
Job Location City: VERNON 
Job Location Address: 4730 COLLEGE DR 
Other Locations:  
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Brief Job Description:

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people's lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of eleven psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Our Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

This position will work as the Clerk I under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Security. Will work under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. This position's primary duty station will be the VSH Welcome Center.

The Clerk I performs general to routine clerical work including, but not limited to: maintaining organized records and files, providing support to the transition specialists and admission placement coordinators as needed including, but not limited to, making travel arrangements, copies, picking up and distributing mail, maintaining adequate supply of forms, typing general routine communication, applying knowledge of business terminology, clerical procedures, office practices and procedures, applying knowledge of spelling, punctuation, grammar, and arithmetic, applying basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, demonstrating ability to understand and follow general instructions, demonstrating ability to make basic mathematical computations and tabulations, maintaining good relationship with all departments, and following facility attendance policy.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

This position may also be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security locations.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Assists in the day-to-day operations of the VSH Welcome Center.

Welcome and greet guests visiting the facility.

Maintain logs and data for the VSH Welcome Center in accordance with policy and procedures.

Maintains organized records and files.

Retrieves and distributes mail.

Maintains the population movement report.

Updates the vacancy report.

Receives and tracks admission packet information.

Distributes admission packets to facility disciplines.

Assists with mailings.

Assists with record requests, including scanning and producing records.

Performs related work as assigned.

Maintains an adequate supply of forms.

Types of general routine assignments.

Completes work within due date at all times.

Maintains good relationships with all departments.

Follows facility attendance policy.

Other duties as assigned.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of business terminology, clerical procedures, office practices and procedures.

Knowledge of spelling, punctuation, grammar, and arithmetic.

Knowledge of business terminology, clerical procedures, office practices and procedures, of spelling, punctuation, grammar, and arithmetic.

Knowledge of basic knowledge of Microsoft Word.

Skill in Microsoft Word.

Ability to understand and follow general instructions.

Ability to make basic mathematical computations and tabulations.

Ability to maintain good relationships with all departments.

Ability to understand and follow general instructions.

Ability to make basic mathematical computations and tabulations.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

None

Initial Screening Criteria:

Six (6) months experience in clerical work.

Six (6) months experience in use of computer software skills, including Microsoft Office.

Stable work history with no gaps in employment preferred.

Additional Information:

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.

Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. Vaccines may be provided. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.