LPHA SUPERVISOR II 108 (63)

Salary: $74,932 to $84,288 Annually
LPC-A: $56,427 to $61,659 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 serves as Team Leader and first line supervision to Recovery Facilitators within the Emergency Services, Screening, Intake and Referral (ESIR) Department in overseeing the daily operations of intake 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. Duties also include supervision of on call crisis services for the 7 county area. This position also provides 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 HHSC eligibility criteria for ongoing MH services. Additionally, this position provides cognitive behavioral therapy and cognitive processing therapy to individuals meeting criteria for these services.
Education: Master’s Degree and licensed as LPHA, LPC-A acceptable with appropriate experience.
Experience: Should have considerable experience, knowledge and training in the area of assessment and crisis intervention and should have experience working with adults and/or children in crisis situations as well as experience with coordinating services with social services agencies.
Hours of Work: Generally Monday—Friday, 8am-5pm; adjustment in work hours maybe warranted to meet the needs of the program.
Licenses/Certifications: Required LPC or LCSW certification. Must have reliable transportation and a good driving record, must have valid Texas driver’s license and be insurable by Agency insurance company. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) certification, Illness, Management and Recovery (IMR) certification, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Competency (per DSHS).
Physical Requirements:  Light lifting under 15lbs., 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 read, write, and count, ability to maintain confidentiality, ability to work closely with others.
Facility: Brazos County, TX.                                                                                      

LEAD IDD CRISIS INTERVENTION SPECIALIST 54 (15)

Salary: $62,727-$70,559 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: Oversee all LIDDA crisis respite services and IDD crisis intervention activities to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) with significant behavioral and psychiatric challenges residing in Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Leon, Madison, Robertson, and Washington Counties who require additional support beyond the array of services typically provided within community programs. The Lead Crisis Intervention Specialist will provide information about IDD programs and services to individuals with IDD and their families to IDD providers in the local service area; collaborates with LIDDA staff, transition support or service planning team members, paid providers, etc. to identify individuals with IDD in the local service area who are at risk of requiring crisis services; develop prevention strategies to avoid potential crisis events and promote coping skills for individual in crisis; supports the service coordinator’s provision of on-going follow-up and monitoring activities, provides education about the manner in which to engage individuals with IDD and their unique needs to members of the Agency’s Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT), law enforcement, and others as appropriate; provide consultation to MCOT as needed or as clinically indicated regarding a crisis event involving an individual with IDD; collaborates with MCOT to develop criteria for referring an individual with IDD in crisis to crisis respite; develops a crisis respite service plan describing the therapeutic support needed by the individual; assisting with transition from crisis respite back to individual’s home or other appropriate setting; documents and reports all activities, collaboration, and consultation provided. Consults with IDD Services Director in development or revision of the LIDDA Crisis Respite Plan.
Education: Master’s Degree from an accredited university or college with a major in psychology, counseling, social work, or other qualified human services field, with current Texas licensure as a licensed behavior analyst, licensed professional counselor, licensed psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed master’s level or clinical social worker, or a Psychiatrist.
Experience:  One year required experience of a qualified intellectual disability professional; at least two years required experience working with individuals with IDD who have mental health or behavior support needs or linking people with IDD to mental health supports. Knowledgeable about IDD programs and services available in the local service area.; must be able to work independently as well with a team; good organizational skills are essential; Proficient computer skills including MS Word and Excel; and bilingual skills; must complete required training modules within 30 days of hire.
Hours of Work:  8:00am—5:00pm Monday through Friday; will require after-hours flexibility to meet the needs of the person in service/program.
Licenses/Certification:  Current Texas licensure as BCBA, PA, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, or LCSW.  Must have reliable transportation, and a good driving record; valid Texas driver’s license and must be insurable by Agency insurance.
Physical Requirements: Ability to drive a vehicle; ability to communicate effectively; the ability to respond to changes required;
Facility: LIDDA Intake Unit (Butler)/IDD Crisis Respite, Bryan, TX.

75% THERAPIST TECH I/VAN DRIVER 70 (183)

Salary: $19,361.25 to $21,785.25 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: Performs work in the operation of a vehicle, including 15-passenger van, to assure safe transportation of persons receiving services through Life Choice Center Day Habilitation program in Madison County. The program is designed to assist persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities access day habilitation services to increase their independent living skills. The Therapist Technician is responsible for the safe transportation to and from day habilitation services via a scheduled route and to assist persons on entry and exit from vehicles as necessary. Completes daily documentation of services provided, follows directions and exercise independent judgment in handling unusual situation arising with passengers.
Education: Require High School Diploma or GED. Working knowledge of rules and regulation involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment.
Experience: Prefer experience working with persons with an Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities.
Hours of Work: Split shift 6:30am—9:00am & 2:00pm-4:30pm, Monday through Friday with some variance based on client and program needs.
Licenses/Certifications:  Valid driver’s license, and must be insurable by Agency insurance.
Physical Requirements: Sight, hearing, ability to walk, talk, light carrying under 30lbs., ability to communicate effectively. Ability to read, write, count, repeated bending, and operate a motor vehicle.
Facility: LCC-Madisonville, TX.

PRN POSITION/S AVAILABLE

We occasionally look for people to work as a PRN (as needed basis).  If interested, please write PRN along with the job title you are applying for on the applicant data sheet where it asks what position(s) you are applying for.
THERAPIST TECH I Hourly $12.78 to $14.38              Salary is based on education & experience

Job Description: Performs beginning level work providing shift supervision to individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities.  Position will assist individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities in a residential group home setting/community.  Position will implement training and service objectives and assessment needs and strengths; Responsible for maintaining proper clinical documentation.  Must demonstrate and maintain competency in job functions.
Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency certificate issued in accordance with the law of the issuing state.
Experience:  Preferred experience working with individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities.
Hours of Work:  Hours of work may vary and shift work is required to meet the needs of the program.
Licenses/Certifications:  Valid Texas driver's license and must be insurable by Agency insurance; Must provide valid driver’s license, social security card and proof of education at interview.
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 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:  Brenham, Bryan, Grimes, Hearne, and Madisonville areas. (One week of mandatory training in the Bryan office)