POS#2804 SERVICE COORDINATOR

POSITION: IDD SERVICE COORDINATOR


Working Unit: IDD Case Management

Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday (flexible)

Salary: $15.84 to$17.31-DOEE&Q

Position # 2804


General Description:

Position is under the supervision of the Chief of IDD Authority with considerable latitude for independent judgment. Provides case management services to individuals receiving services through IDD Service Coordination including developing and monitoring the implementation of the individual’s PDP; coordinating and monitoring the delivery of services and services from other sources; integrating various aspects of services. Frequent face to face and collateral contacts (telephone or face-to-face contact) with the consumer, guardian, provider case manager, school, etc. to meet a monthly target. Responsible for completing accurate documentation within the timeframes set forth by the unit and HHSC (Health and Human Services Commission). Position requires use of a Center vehicle.

Qualifications:

A staff providing service coordination must have:

(1) a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university;

(2) an associate degree in a social, behavioral, human service, or health-related field including, psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human development, gerontology, educational psychology, education, and criminal justice; or

(3) a high school diploma or a certificate recognized by a state as the equivalent of a high school diploma, and two years of paid or unpaid experience with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Prefer experience working directly with individuals with disabilities and their families. Good oral and written communication skills with ability to prepare clinical reports which meet the standards required. Bilingual a plus. Good time management and excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage large amounts of paperwork, to review documentation of work performed by direct care personnel and documentation of own work performed. Computer skills in the areas of Microsoft Word are essential. Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and a driving record to comply with CFLR policy. If selected for this position, employee must give CFLR authorization to request copy of driving record as well as all required prescreens and background checks. Must be able to pass required staff development training.

The Center for Life Resources prefers applicants who are already living in or are willing to move to the 7-county catchment area within 90 days of their hire date. Our catchment area includes the counties of Brown, Eastland, Coleman, Comanche, San Saba, Mills and McCulloch.