Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center- A Service Coordinator 3030 (Waco, TX)

Service Coordinators work with consumers, families, and community providers in an effort to meet therapeutic goals of consumers with intellectual/developmental disabilities. This person will develop and monitor Person-Directed Plans and will advocate for the consumers' receipt of services.

Examples of Work Performed

Conduct interview with consumers and families to determine needs related to quality of life issues.
Develop and monitor program plans, including developing justifications for specific services within the plan.
Provide specific assistance related to accessing alternative resources to meet needs.
Provide monitory of both consumers and service providers to ensure adequacy and quality of services being provided
Assist consumer eligibility specialist in initiate SSI, SSDI, and Medicaid eligibility process for /with consumers, including assisting in the completion and gathering of all required documentation and actively participating in initial, follow-up and appeal hearing on behalf of consumers.
Completed documentation related to service provision, including person directed plans, individual plans of care daily/monthly/quarterly progress notes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Essential Functions

Excellent written communication and computer keyboarding for inputting clinical documentation
Excellent verbal and telephone communication with consumers, staff, and community providers
Time management required to meet service goals
Constant travel to provide services for clients, including regional travel about 25% of time
Stooping, bending, sitting, standing, and keyboarding for prolonged periods, lifting up to 30 lbs.
Ability to be CPR and PMAB certified
Valid driver's license, liability insurance, and reliable transportation required

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology or related field required
1 year of experience in case management and/or IDD preferred

Hours: M-F 8AM-5PM with other as needed

Salary: $30,000-$33,000 Annual DOQ

Location: Developmental Services

3420 W Waco Drive Waco, TX

Benefits:

Heart of Texas Region MHMR strives to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Employer paid Health Insurance
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Payroll Direct Deposit
10 paid Holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)
**Certain Requirements Needed**

Department: Developmental Services
This is a full time position

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