IDD Service Coordinator

The Service Coordinator position provides services to children and adults with developmental disabilities based on the Person-Centered Thinking model through assessment of needs, development of service plans, facilitating service linkages and monitoring for their effectiveness, provision of crisis intervention/prevention supports, and the delivery of advocacy services. The ability to work with families and sensitivity to various agency and interagency personnel to accomplish objectives is critical. The ability to work with families and sensitivity to various cultural differences is also essential. The purpose of the position is to empower individuals to achieve life goals and to live effectively within their families and/or communities. The Service Coordinators will monitor services that will be provided to individuals in accordance with standards and billing guidelines established by Medicaid, HHSC, MCOs and BTCS, as they apply to individual cases. This includes but is not limited to advocating and linking individuals interested in job readiness and/or employment activities through the Employment First project. The service coordinator will participate in interagency planning and CRCG meetings to assist in bridging gaps in services and avoid duplication of services in the communities where individuals receive services. The service coordinator position requires frequent use of initiative and independent judgment, assertive professional intervention, frequent in-person contact with individuals, families and service providers, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Job responsibilities require traveling within the service area and flexible hours and schedule. Location: Bastrop, TX Hourly Salary Range: $20.46 - $28.71 Differential Detail $0.75/hr Bilingual $1.00/hr Human Services Bachelors degree $1.00/hr 2 years Previous Experience Up to $4.00/hour Tenure with BTCS $1.00/hour - LCSW-A, LPC-A, Advanced Licensure $0.50/hour - LCDC Join our dynamic and enthusiastic Team dedicated to continuously improving the health and independence of the persons we serve. Click on for additional details on other rewards and compensation, including our excellent benefits package and generous leave accruals! Minimum Qualifications An associate degree or higher is required with a major in social, behavioral, or human service field including, but not limited to: psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human development, gerontology, educational psychology, education, or criminal justice OR A high school diploma or certificate recognized by the state of Texas as the equivalent of a high school diploma, with two years of paid or unpaid experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Must meet Bluebonnet Trails Community Services driving requirements and maintain approved driving status throughout employment. Preferred Qualifications At least one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Bachelors Degree. Demonstrated ability to use good clinical judgment, get along well with others and work effectively in a fast-paced setting. Demonstrated computer and documentation skills. Knowledge of appropriate community resources. Bilingual (English/Spanish/ASL). Experience with Medicaid programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr