THERAPIST TECH I 60 (377)

Salary: $25,815 to $29,047 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: To provide direct care and active treatment/training to individuals receiving services through Developmental Services at Life Choice Center. The program is designed to assist those persons who meet the priority population definition of intellectual disability and other developmental disabilities and are requesting day habilitation services to increase their independent living skills. The Therapist Technician is responsible for transportation of individuals to and from community outings, activities and transportation to their homes when needed. The Therapist Technician will also be assigned a caseload and is responsible for providing the provision of active treatment/training and documentation as specified for each consumer.
Education:  High School Diploma or GED
Experience: Prefer experience working with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
Hours of Work: 8am—5pm, Monday through Friday
Licenses/Certifications: Must have a valid Texas Driver’s license and be insurable by Agency insurance and have a good driving record.
Physical Requirements: Light lifting under 30lbs., moderate carrying 15-44lbs., simple grasping, walking, sitting, standing, operating a motor vehicle, operating office equipment, ability to see and hear (with aid), ability to ready, write and county, the ability to maintain confidentiality and to work closely with others.
Facility: Life Choice Center, Bryan, TX.

PASRR SPECIALIST/CASEWORKER II 145 (24)

Salary: $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: This position provides Pre-admission Assessment Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) services, which includes screening and evaluation to determine whether an individual identified as having a mental illness needs nursing facility services; identify alternate placement options when applicable; and identify specialized services that may benefit the individual. Duties also include completing intakes with positive PASRR individuals and participating in interdisciplinary meetings with nursing facility staff to coordinate appropriate care and assess needs; assisting families and other community providers with referrals to the PASRR program ; providing specialized services to eligible individuals based on ANSA and client needs and preferences; monitoring TMHP LTC portal daily to ensure all requested services are provided within required timelines; this will be primary clinician for all PASRR clients in all 7 counties.
Education: Requires Bachelor’s Degree in a Behavioral, Social Science, Humanities or Education field.
Experience: Requires experience working with individuals with mental illness, must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Good organizational skills are necessary.
Hours of Work: 8:00am—5:00pm, M-F; adjustments in work hours may be warranted to meet the needs of the program. Crisis On Call required as agency need dictates.
Licensure/Certification:
Ability to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional. Valid Texas driver’s license and are insurable by agency insurance. Continuing employment is contingent upon successful completion of Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) certification as well as Illness, Management and Recovery (IMR) certification.
Physical Requirements: Ability to drive a vehicle; communicate effectively both verbally & written; ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Good computer skills are necessary.
Facility: Bryan, TX.

THERAPIST TECH II-VAN DRIVER 192 (478)

Salary: $29,222 to $31,886 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: Provides transportation to and from home for individuals receiving services through the Mary Lake Peer Support Center. Responsible for oversight of the Center including social activities and community outings; Responsible for ordering and picking up food, preparation of food and serving lunch with assistance from the client’s as appropriate; Responsible for safety of clients. This program is designed to assist with increasing independent living skills and promoting recovery for people with mental illness.
Education: Require High School Diploma or GED
Experience: Prefer experience working with persons with mental illness.
Hours of Work: 8:00am-5:00pm; Monday through Friday
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Texas driver’s license and must be insurable by Agency insurance; must be able to pass the Van Driver training.
Physical Requirements: Sight, hearing, ability to walk, ability to talk, ability to lift up to 50lbs., ability to communicate effectively; ability to pass the Preventative Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.
Facility: Mary Lake Peer Support Center, Bryan TX.

PEER PROVIDER 233 (462)

Salary: $21,804 to $23,825 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description:  A peer support specialist is someone with lived experience of having a behavioral health diagnosis that can demonstrate self-directed recovery. This position contributes in a peer support capacity to facilitate recovery and enhance wellness, serving as a role model of recovery for staff and consumers. The position supports individuals using services to develop self-help skills, provides practical support to access and utilize community support networks, and educates people about the range of available services in and beyond the agency. Assists in the recovery of mental illness by providing independent living, coordination, employment-related, and housing-related services to enable the individual to reside in the community to and avoid more restrictive levels of treatment; participate as member of peers’ interdisciplinary team; complete all Center-required documentation in Agency clinical software system.
Education: Requires High School Diploma or High School equivalency certificate issued in accordance with the law of the issuing state.
Experience: Lived experience with mental health diagnosis. Preference to those already certified as peer support specialist.
Hours of Work: Generally, Monday—Friday 8am-5pm; adjustments in work hours maybe warranted to meet the needs of the program.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver’s license and must be insurable by Agency insurance. Must successfully complete Illness Management and Recovery training. Must be able to attend week long Certified Peer Support training as part of job.
Physical Requirements: Light lifting under 15lbs., moderate carrying 15-44 lbs., simple grasping, walking, sitting, standing, operating a motor vehicle, operating office equipment including a computer, ability to see and hear (with aid), ability to read, write, and count, ability to maintain confidentiality, ability to work closely with others.
Facility: Rehabilitative Case Management----Bryan, TX.

CASEWORKER II 73 (493)

Salary: $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                      Salary is based on education experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description:  Serves as one of the Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability Authority’s (LIDDA) representatives of the Community Living Options Information Process (CLOIP) Program to provide standardized information, explanation, and educational materials of available community living options to all individuals ages 22 and above who are residents of Brenham State Supported Living Center and their Legally Authorized Representative (LAR). Coordinates and arranges for sample community tours prior to annual meeting of persons interested in community placement. Submits results of tours, explanation of living options, and interview results with individuals, LARs, or advocates to individual’s Inter-disciplinary Team. Based on assigned caseload of BSSLC residents, attends annual planning meetings of all assigned individuals to discuss Community Living Options: requires routine travel to Brenham State Supported Living Center. Ensures information is shared with the individual’s designated LIDDA. Duties also include performing Preadmission Screening and Residential Review (PASRR) Evaluations to persons in nursing facility and providing  crisis prevention and management, monitoring, assessment, and service planning and coordination to nursing facility residents who are eligible for Habilitation Coordination through the PASRR Program  within our seven counties service area and as based on the Individual Service Plan (ISP), monthly monitoring of outcomes, and at least quarterly convening of service planning team.  Negotiate and facilitate the array of services and support needed to address the individual’s personal goals and desired outcomes as identified through the Service Coordination Assessment and Service Planning Team. Ensures planned services and support are implemented and appropriately documented, provides education in community living options, and will advocate and ensure consistent interactions with nursing facility and other agencies, as necessary. Provides required monthly face to face (and collateral) contact monitoring of persons on caseload and documents activities as required by Texas HHSC-IDD Services and MHMRABV.
Education:  Requires a Bachelor’s or advanced degree with a major in a behavioral, social, or human service field, including but not limited to psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human development, gerontology, educational psychology, education, and criminal justice.
Experience:  Must have experience to be credentialed as QIDP; Prefer experience working with individuals with IDD; must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Must be computer literate, requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, requires excellent organization skills, including the ability to meet rigid timelines and manage multiple priorities. Good organizational and time management skills are a must. Knowledge of service coordination principles, objectives, standards, and methods; knowledge of Medicaid waiver program services and non-Medicaid waiver program services; skill in determining individual needs assessment and the ability to respond to changes required; ability to comprehend and implement program goals.
Hours of Work:  Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; some flexibility maybe required occasionally to meet the needs of the program/person in services.
License/Certifications:  QIDP; Must successfully complete Agency and TAC require IDD service coordination training within allotted timelines as applicable. Valid Texas driver’s license & must be insurable by Agency’s insurance.
Physical Requirements:  Ability to drive a vehicle; must have reliable transportation and a good driving record; must have a valid Texas driver’s license and must be insurable by Agency insurance; ability to communicate effectively.
Facility:  LIDDA CLOIP/PASRR Unit, Mary Lake, Bryan, Texas

CASEWORKER II 216 (131)

Salary: $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: Provides crisis prevention and management, monitoring, assessment, and service planning and coordination for up to 200 adults with mental illness in the Brazos Valley. Routine Case Management involves accessing medical, social, educational, and other appropriate services that will help an individual achieve a quality of life and community participation acceptable to the individual. The Routine Recovery Facilitator will negotiate and facilitate the array of services and supports needed to address the client’s personal goals and desired outcomes as identified through the TRR Assessment and Individual Recovery Plan and provide Rehabilitative skills training as needed. The Routine Recovery Facilitator is responsible for ensuring planned services and support are implemented and appropriately documented as well as advocating and ensuring consistent interactions with other agencies.
Education: Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral, Social Science, or Humanities field, Educational Psychology, or Early Childhood Education or Intervention.
Experience: Requires experience working with individuals with mental illness, must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Good organizational skills are necessary.
Hours of Work: 8:00am—5:00pm Monday—Friday with flexibility as needed to meet the needs of clients and med clinic. Crisis On Call required as agency need dictates.
Licensure/Certification:
Ability to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional. Valid Texas driver’s license and are insurable by agency insurance. Continued employment is contingent upon completion of Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) certification as well as Illness, Management and Recovery (IMR) certification.
Physical Requirements: Ability to drive a vehicle; ability to communicate effectively; ability to pass the Preventative management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.
Facility: Brazos County

CASEWORKER II/REHAB RECOVERY FACILITATOR 119 (451)

Salary: $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: To provide crisis prevention and management, monitoring, assessment, rehabilitative skills training, service planning and coordination for adults with mental illness. Psychosocial Rehabilitative Services are defined as social, educational, vocational, behavioral, and cognitive interventions provided by members of a client’s therapeutic team that address deficits in the individual’s ability to develop and maintain social relationships, occupational or educational achievement, independent living skills, and housing, which are a result of a severe and persistent mental illness. Service coordination involves accessing medical, social, educational, and other appropriate services that will help an individual achieve a quality of life and community participation acceptable to the individual.
Education:  Requires Bachelor’s Degree in a Behavioral, Social Science, Humanities or Education field.
Experience:  Requires experience working with individuals with mental illness, must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Good organizational skills are necessary.
Hours of Work: Generally, Monday—Friday 8am-5pm; adjustments in work hours warranted to meet the needs of the program. Crisis on Call work required as agency need dictates.
Licensure/Certification:
  Ability to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional. Valid driver’s license and are insurable by agency insurance. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) certification as well as Illness, Management and Recovery (IMR) certification.
Physical requirements:  Ability to drive a vehicle; communicate effectively both verbally & written. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Good computer skills necessary; ability to pass the Preventative Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.
Facility: Burleson and Robertson County

CASEWORKER II/ REHAB RECOVERY FACILIATOR 238 (132)

Salary: $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: To provide crisis prevention and management, monitoring, assessment, rehabilitative skills training, service planning and coordination for adults with mental illness. Psychosocial Rehabilitative Services are defined as social, educational, vocational, behavioral, and cognitive interventions provided by members of a client’s therapeutic team that address deficits in the individual’s ability to develop and maintain social relationships, occupational or educational achievement, independent living skills, and housing, that are a result of a severe and persistent mental illness. Service coordination involves accessing medical, social, educational, and other appropriate services that will help an individual achieve a quality of life and community participation acceptable to the individual.
Education: Requires Bachelor’s Degree in a Behavioral, Social Science, Humanities or Education field.
Experience: Requires experience working with individuals with mental illness, must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Good organizational skills are a must.
Hours of Work: Generally, Monday—Friday, 8am-5pm; adjustments in work hours maybe warranted to meet the needs of the program. Crisis on Call work required as agency need dictates.
Licensure/Certification:
Ability to be credentialed as Qualified Mental Health Professional. Valid driver’s license and are insurable by agency insurance. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) certification as well as Illness, Management, and Recovery (IMR) certification.
Physical Requirements: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, communicate effectively both verbally & written, good computer skills a must; ability to lift/carry under 30lbs., ability to pass the Preventative Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.
Facility: Brazos County

CASEWORKER II 203 (508)  

Salary: $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: To provide crisis prevention and management, monitoring, assessment, and service planning and coordination for up to 45 adults and children with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD), enrolled into the Home and Community-based Services (HCS) Medicaid Waiver Program through local HCS providers in Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Leon, Madison, Robertson, and Washington Counties. Service Coordination involves accessing medical, social, educational, and other appropriate services that will help an individual achieve a quality of life and community participation acceptable to the individual which is based on a Person Directed Plan (PDP). Will negotiate and facilitate the array of services and support needed to address the individual’s personal goals and desired outcomes as identified through the Service Coordination Assessment and Service Planning Team. Is responsible for ensuring planned services and support are implemented and appropriately documented. Will advocate and ensure consistent interactions with other agencies.
Education: Requires Bachelor’s or advanced degree with a major in a behavioral, social, or human service field, including but not limited to: psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human development, gerontology, educational psychology, education, and criminal justice.
Experience: Prefer experience working with individuals with IDD; must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Good organizational skills are a must.
Hour of Work: 8:00am—5:00pm; Monday through Friday; may require after-hours flexibility to meet the needs of the person in service/program.
Licensure/Certifications: Must have reliable transportation and a good driving record, valid Texas driver’s and must be insurable by Agency insurance.
Physical Requirements: Ability to drive a vehicle; ability to communicate effectively; knowledge of case management principles, objectives, standards and methods, knowledge of Medicaid waiver program services and non-Medicaid waiver services; skill in determining individuals needs assessment and the ability to respond to changes required; ability to comprehend and implement program goals, and ability to pass the Preventative Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.
Facility: LIDDA HCS Service Coordination Unit (Mary Lake), Bryan, TX.

CASEWORKER II 79 (504)

Salary: $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: As a LIDDA HCS Service Coordinator, provide crisis prevention and management, monitoring, assessment, and service planning and coordination to adults and children with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD), enrolled into the Home and Community-based Services (HCS) Medicaid Waiver Program through local HCS providers in Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Leon, Madison, Robertson, and Washington Counties. Service Coordination involves accessing medical, social, educational, and other appropriate services that will help an individual achieve a quality of life and community participation acceptable to the individual which is based on a Person Directed Plan (PDP) approach. The Service Coordinator will negotiate and facilitate the array of services and supports needed to address the individual’s personal goals and desired outcomes as identified through the Service Coordination Assessment and Service Planning Team. The Service Coordinator is responsible for ensuring planned services and support are implemented and appropriately documented. Will advocate and ensure consistent interactions with waiver provider and other agencies. Provides required monthly face to face (and collateral) contact monitoring of persons on caseload and documents activities as required by Texas HHSC-IDD Services and MHMRABV.
Education:  Requires a bachelor’s or advanced degree with a major in a behavioral, social, or human service field, including but not limited to psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human development, gerontology, educational psychology, education, and criminal justice.
Experience: Prefer experience working with individuals with IDD; must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Must be computer literate, requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, requires excellent organization skills, including the ability to meet rigid timelines and manage multiple priorities. Good organizational and time management skills are a must. Knowledge of service coordination principles, objectives, standards, and methods; knowledge of Medicaid waiver program services and non-Medicaid waiver program services; skill in determining individual needs assessment and the ability to respond to changes required; ability to comprehend and implement program goals.
Hours of Work:  8:00am—5:00pm Monday through Friday; may require after-hours flexibility to meet the needs of the person in service/program.
Licenses/Certification: Must successfully complete Agency and TAC required IDD service coordination training within allotted timelines as applicable.
Physical Requirements: Ability to drive a vehicle; must have reliable transportation and a good driving record; must have a valid Texas driver’s license and must be insurable by Agency insurance; ability to communicate effectively; ability to pass the Preventative Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.
Facility: LIDDA HCS Service Coordination Unit (Mary Lake), Bryan, TX.

40% THERAPIST TECH I 228 (226)

Salary: $10,326 to $11,618.80 Annually              Salary is based on education & experience

 Job Description: Performs supervision to individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities. The position will assist individuals with IDD in a residential group setting. Will implement training and service objectives and assess client’s needs and strengths. The person is responsible for maintaining proper clinical documentation. A person must demonstrate and maintain competency in job functions. This position must comply with CMS’s Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care Staff Vaccination rules published in the Federal Register on November 5, 2021. COVID-19 vaccine immunization is required and must be completed prior to hiring.

Education: Required High School diploma or GED.

Experience: Prefer experience working with individuals with IDD.

Hours of Work: 8am-4pm; two days a week, however hours may be flexible based on the needs of the individuals served and their families/advocates.

Licenses/Certifications: Must have valid driver’s license and be insurable by Agency insurance.

Physical Requirements: Light lifting under 15lbs., moderate carrying 15-44lbs., simple grasping, walking, sitting, standing, operating motor vehicle, operating office equipment, ability to see and hear (with aid), ability to read, write and count, ability to maintain confidentiality, and the ability to work closely with others.

Facility: HCS, Brenham

CASEWORKER II 113 (472)

Salary: $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                    Salary is based on education & experience

 Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

 Job Description: As a Forensic Intensive Case Manager, this position provides crisis prevention and management, monitoring, assessment, rehabilitative skills training, service planning and coordination, and jail diversion for adults with mental illness involved in the Criminal Justice system. The Intensive Case Manager’s objective is to assist clients in increasing independent functioning in the community, reducing recidivism in the criminal justice system, reduce hospitalizations, and developing individualized short term and long term recovery goals. Service coordination involves jail screenings, acting as MHMRABV liaison to the courts, accessing medical, social, educational, and other appropriate services that will help an individual achieve a quality of life and community participation acceptable to the individual. This goal is accomplished by completing ANSA Assessments, developing individualized recovery plan, performing skills training, intervening in the crisis situations, coordinating community resources, and documenting all contacts for persons served on caseload. The position also serves as a member of a mobile crisis outreach team (MCOT) designed to reach individuals at their place of residence, school and other community based safe locations as a means of diversion from jails, emergency rooms and hospitals. Duties inc. e accompanying specially trained Sheriff’s officers (CIT) to individual’s home to provide crisis assessments; service plan development and implementation; access to medication services; monitoring and follow-up; inter- and intra-agency coordination of support services; family education and support; and client advocacy in the community where client is located. Crisis on Call work required as agency need dictates.

Education: Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or Social Services

Experience: Requires experience working with individuals with mental illness, must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Good organizational skills are necessary. Experience working with criminal justice population helpful.

Hours of Work: 8am-5pm; Monday through Friday. At times may need to have a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the program.

Licensure/Certifications: Ability to be credentialed as Qualified Mental Health Professional. Valid Texas driver’s license and are insurable by agency insurance. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of Adults Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) certification as well as Illness, Management and Recovery (IMR) certification.

Physical Requirements: Communicate effectively both verbally & written; ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Good computer skills are necessary; ability to pass the Preventative Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.

Facility: Burleson & Washington Counties

CASEWORKER II/REHAB RECOVERY FACILITATOR 126 (18)

Salary $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience.

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: To provide crisis prevention and management, monitoring, assessment, rehabilitative skills training, service planning and coordination for adults with mental illness in the Brazos County area. Psychosocial Rehabilitative Services are defined as social, educational, vocational, behavioral, and cognitive interventions provided by members of a client’s therapeutic team that address deficits in the individual’s ability to develop and maintain social relationships, occupational or educational achievement, independent living skills, and housing, which are a result of a severe and persistent mental illness. Service coordination involves accessing medical, social, educational, and other appropriate services that will help an individual achieve a quality of life and community participation acceptable to the individual. Crisis on Call work required as agency need dictates.
Education:
Requires Bachelor’s Degree in a Behavioral, Social Science, Humanities or Educational Field
Experience: Requires experience working with individuals with mental illness, must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Good organizational skills are necessary.
Hours of Work: 8am—5pm; Monday through Friday; may vary based on agency needs.
Licensure/Certifications: Ability to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional. Valid Texas driver’s license and are insurable by agency insurance. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) certification as well as Illness, Management and Recovery (IMR) certification.
Physical Requirements: Ability to drive a vehicle, communicate effectively both verbally & written, ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Good computer skills necessary; ability to pass the Preventative Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.
Facility: Brazos County

LVN 39 (481)

Salary: $44,458 to $48,713 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: LVN implements professional & administrative nursing services under the direction of the RN in the IDD Services programs of ICF-ID, HCS, and TxHmL; is responsible for maintaining a competent & professional level of nursing care to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities who receive services and supports through programs & for monitoring the delivery of medical related training, which include, but not limited to lab screenings, physical exams, medication education/training including side effects, medication administration, liaison with pharmacies to ensure timely and accurate medication orders and to ensure safe and effective care is delivered; conducts focused health/nursing assessments within LVN scope of practice;  coordinate follow up with provider staff, the individual, and/or family regarding client medical issues/needs to ensure effective and efficient medical treatment/services is received as ordered/directed by healthcare personnel; provides oversight and ensures proper implementation of the medical/nursing outcomes for the individual’s receiving ICF-ID, HCS, and TxHmL services; requires working closely with the interdisciplinary/service planning teams to facilitate and implement nursing treatment plan and nursing treatment recommendations. This position must comply with CMS’s Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care Staff Vaccination rules published in the Federal Register on November 5, 2021. COVID-19 vaccine immunization is required and must be completed prior to hiring.
Education:
Graduate of a professional nursing education program.
Experience: Prefer experience working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a community-based setting and knowledge of ICF-ID, TxHmL and HCS Medicaid Waiver Programs rules, billing guidelines, standards, and methods. Requires skill in determining individuals needs assessment with the ability to respond to changes and ability to work independently as well as with a team; good organizational skills are necessary.
Hours of Work: Generally, Monday—Friday 8am-5pm; adjustments in work hours warranted to meet the needs of the program. Will require travel within MHMRABV’s seven county catchment area.
Licenses/Certifications: Licensed in the State of Texas to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse, as governed by the Texas Board of Nursing. Must have reliable transportation, a safe driving record, a valid driver’s license and must be insurable by Agency insurance.
Physical Requirements: Ability to drive a vehicle, communicate effectively both verbally and written, ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, simple grasping, walking, operating office equipment include computer skills, ability to see and hear (with aid), ability to read, write,  count, maintain confidentiality, and the ability to work closely with others, ability to lift/carry under 30lbs; ability to pass the Preventative Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.
Facility: IDD Waiver/ICF-IDD Services, Bryan TX; Requires travel within seven counties service area.

CASEWORKER II 50 (283)

Salary: $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: As a LIDDA Service Coordinator, provide crisis prevention and management, monitoring, assessment, and service planning and coordination to children and adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) enrolled in LIDDA General Revenue Services, Community First Choice, and Texas Home Living Medicaid Waiver Program; and residing in local service area of Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Leon, Madison, Robertson, and Washington Counties. Service Coordination involves accessing medical, social, educational, and other appropriate services that will help an individual achieve a quality of life and community participation acceptable to the individual which is based on a Person Directed Plan (PDP). The Service Coordinator will negotiate and facilitate the array of services and support needed to address the individual’s personal goals and desired outcomes as identified through the Service Coordination Assessment and Service Planning Team. The Service Coordinator is responsible for ensuring planned services and support are implemented and appropriately documented. Will advocate and ensure consistent interactions with other agencies.
Education: Requires Bachelor’s or advanced degree with a major in a behavioral, social, or human service field, including but not limited to psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human development, gerontology, educational psychology, education, and criminal justice.
Experience: Prefer experience working with individuals with IDD. Prefer Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) required education and experience requirements; must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Good organizational skills are necessary.
Hours of Work: 8:00am—5:00pm Monday through Friday; may require after-hours flexibility to meet the needs of the person in service/program. Travel within seven county service  area
Licensure/Certifications: Must have reliable transportation and a safe driving record. Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and be insurable by Agency insurance.
Physical Requirements: Ability to drive a vehicle, ability to communicate effectively; knowledge of case management principles, objectives, standards and methods; knowledge of Medicaid waiver program services and non-Medicaid waiver program services;; skill in determining individual needs assessment and the ability to respond to changes required; ability to comprehend and implement program goals; ability to pass the Preventative Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.
Facility: LIDDA Service Coordination Unit (Butler), Bryan, TX

LPHA SUPERVISOR II 234 (476)

Salary: $74,932 to $84,288 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience LPC-A: $56,427 to $61,659 Annually

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: This position serves as Team Leader and first line supervision to clinical and non-clinical staff within the designated mental health team in overseeing the daily operations of case management and crisis services within the team, ensuring clients are served effectively and efficiently, and in accordance with the agency policies and procedures and Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) rules and laws. Position supervises the substance use disorder services as well, which includes outpatient substance use disorder care. Position will oversee provision of diagnosis, screenings, assessments, referrals, outpatient linkages, individual and group counseling, psychoeducational groups, and case management for adults with substance use disorders in the Brazos Valley. This position also provides daytime (M-F, 8-5) emergency services/response, information, referral and intake services, as well as diagnostician services to both adults and children in Brazos County who have behavioral health disorders to determine if individuals meet HHS eligibility criteria for ongoing MH services. Additionally, this position provides cognitive behavioral therapy to individuals meeting criteria for these services. Staff shall serve as Supervisor On Call on a rotational basis, being available for consultation to MCOT staff, ensuring crisis coverage and approving contract psychiatric bed utilization.
Education: Master’s Degree and licensed as LPC, LMFT, or LCSW; LCDC preferred, LPC-A acceptable with appropriate experience.
Experience: Should have considerable experience, knowledge and training in the area of severe mental illness as well as substance use disorder care.
Hours of Work: Generally Monday—Friday; 8am-5pm, adjustment in work hours may be warranted to meet the needs of the program. Serves as Supervisor on call for crisis supervision after hours, on a rotational basis.
Licenses/Certifications:
Valid Texas driver’s license & must be insurable by Agency’s insurance.
Physical Requirements: Light lifting under 15lbs., moderate carrying 15-44lbs., simple grasping, walking, sitting, operating motor vehicle, operating motor vehicle, operating office equipment, ability to see and hear (with aid), ability to read, write, and count, ability to maintain confidentiality, and the ability to work closely with others.
Facility: Brazos County, TX.

CASEWORKER II 201 (431)

Salary: $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: To provide crisis prevention and management, monitoring, assessment, rehabilitative skills training, service planning and coordination for adults with mental health illness in the Brazos Valley. Psychosocial Rehabilitative Services are defined as social, educational, vocational, behavioral, and cognitive interventions provided by members of a client’s therapeutic team that address deficits in the individual’s ability to develop and maintain social relationships, occupational or educational achievement, independent living skills, and housing, that re a result of a severe and persistent mental illness. Service coordination involves accessing medical, social, educational and other appropriate services that will help an individual achieve a quality of life and community participation acceptable to the individual.
Education: Requires Bachelor’s Degree in a Behavioral, Social Science, Humanities, or Education field.
Experience: Requires experience working with individuals with mental illness, must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Good organizational skills are a must.
Hours of Work: Generally Monday—Friday 8am-5pm; adjustments in work hours maybe warranted to meet the needs of the program. Crisis on Call work required as agency need dictates.
Licensure/Certifications:
Ability to be credentialed as a Qualified Case Manager and a Qualified Mental Health Professional. Valid driver’s license and are insurable by agency insurance. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) certification as well as Illness, Management, and Recovery (IMR) certification.
Physical Requirements: Ability to drive a vehicle; communicate effectively both verbally & written, ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Good computer skills are a must; ability to comprehend and implement program goals; ability to pass the Preventative Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.
Facility: Bryan, TX.

CASEWORKER II/ PM MCOT 152 (19)

Salary: $45,976 to $52,178 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: This position provides prompt face-to-face crisis assessment, crisis intervention services, and short term intensive mental health treatment and support for adults and children experiencing a psychiatric crisis. Provides services as a member of a mobile crisis outreach team (MCOT) designed to reach individuals at their place of residence school and other community based safe locations as a means of diversion from jails, emergency rooms and hospitals. Duties include accompanying specially trained Sheriff’s officers (CIT) to individual’s home to provide crisis assessments, recovery plan development and implementation; access to medication services; short-term monitoring and follow-up; inter- and intra- agency coordination of support services; family education and support; and client advocacy in the community where client is located. Crisis on Call work required as agency need dictates.
Education:
Requires Bachelor’s Degree in a Behavioral, Social Science, Humanities or Education field.
Experience:  Requires experience working with individuals with mental illness, must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Good organizational skills are necessary.
Hours of Work: 4pm-12am, Monday through Friday; hours may vary based on agency needs; on-call rotation required.
Licensure/Certification: Ability to be credentialed as Qualified Mental Health Professional. Valid Texas driver’s license and are insurable by Agency insurance. Continuing employment is contingent upon successful completion of Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) certification as well as Illness, Management and Recovery (IMR) certification.
Physical Requirements: Ability to drive a vehicle, communicate effectively both verbally and written; ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Good computer skills are necessary.
Facility: Bryan, Texas Brazos County

PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST (332) (333)

Salary: $22,894 to $25,016 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: This position is working in our Crisis Assessment Center, which provides an alternative environment for individuals in crisis as a diversion from emergency departments, jails, and hospital settings. The position contributes to a peer support capacity to facilitate recovery and enhance wellness, using principles of trauma informed care. Serves as a role model for recovery, for staff and consumers. Support people using services to develop self-help skills. Provides practical support for people using services to develop self-help skills. Provides practical support for people using services to access and utilize community support networks, such as transportation support, accompaniment, etc. Educates people about the range of available  services in and beyond the agency.
Education: Requires High School Diploma or High School equivalency certificate issued in accordance with the law of the issuing state.
Experience: Received a minimum of one year of mental health services.
Hours of Work: Generally, Monday—Friday 8am-5pm; adjustments in work hours warranted to meet the needs of the program.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Texas driver’s license and must be insurable by Agency insurance.
Physical Requirements: Light lifting under 15lbs., moderate carrying 15-44 lbs., simple grasping, walking, sitting, standing, operating a motor vehicle, operating office equipment including a computer, ability to see and hear (with aid), ability to read, write, and count, ability to maintain confidentiality, ability to work closely with others.
Facility: Bryan, TX.

CASEWORKER II/ACT RECOVERY FACILITATOR 148 (244)

Salary: $37,598 to $45,819 Annually                   Salary is based on education & experience

Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (agency pays all but $15.00 per month for employee only), Dental Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee only), Life Insurance (agency pays all cost for employee coverage that’s equal to 1 ½ time annual salary, with employee option to purchase additional coverage for employee and/or spouse, Sick Time (accumulate 8 hours per month with maximum 1045 carryover hours per year), Vacation Time (accumulate 9 to 15 hours per month depending on number of years employed), Paid Holidays (10 paid holidays off per year), Bereavement Leave (up to 3 paid days of bereavement leave), 403-B Retirement (employee contribute 5%-30% of salary and agency match 6%).

Job Description: To provide crisis prevention and management, monitoring, assessment, rehabilitative skills training, service planning and coordination for adults with mental illness on the ACT Team. Psychosocial Rehabilitative Services are defined as social, educational, vocational, behavioral, and cognitive interventions provided by members of a client’s therapeutic team that address deficits in the individual’s ability to develop and maintain social relationships, occupational or educational achievement, independent living skills and housing, which are a result of a severe and persistent mental illness. Service coordination involves accessing medical, social, educational, and other appropriate services that will help an individual achieve a quality of life and community participation acceptable to the individual. Position requires on-call duties after hours and weekends on a rotational basis with other Team members. Some driving may be required within the agency’s seven county service areas.
Education: Requires Bachelor’s Degree in a Behavioral, Social Science, Humanities or Education field.
Experience: Requires experience working with individuals with mental illness, must be able to work independently as well as with a team. Good organizational skills are necessary.
Hours of Work: 8:00am—5:00pm; Monday-Friday; adjustment in work hours may be warranted to meet the need of the program. Crisis on Call work required as agency need dictates.
Licensure/Certifications:
Ability to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional. Valid Texas driver’s license and are insurable by agency insurance. Continuing employment is contingent upon successful completion of Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) certification as well as Illness, Management and Recovery (IMR) certification.
Physical Requirements: Ability to drive a motor vehicle; communicate effectively both verbally & written. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Good computer skills are necessary.
Facility: ACT TEAM, Bryan, TX.