IDD Service Coordinator

• This position is responsible for providing Service Coordination services to individuals in HHSC Waiver and General Revenue programs.
• The position will office primarily in Taylor county but will also serve consumers in all of the Center’s five county coverage area.
• Duties will include service coordination for both adults and children.
• The duties include, but are not limited to, outcome planning, and frequent in-person, long-term contact with consumers, families and service providers for medical, social, educational, and related service needs.
• This position requires the ability to identify problem/need areas, plan with consumer/family to meet desired outcomes, monitor service delivery, work closely and positively with family members, advocates, service provider etc., in a professional manner, be thorough in assessment and documentation, locate and utilize a variety of community resources to meet the problems/needs of each individual, negotiate and advocate with the service providers for each individual, and develop a positive relationship with each consumer and provider.
• Keeps documentation of forms current to meet contract requirements.
• These duties are performed under supervision and in accordance with established policies with some latitude for independent judgment.
• This position will work cooperatively with service providers and the community, always ensuring the consumer’s rights are respected and observed.
• Skills in written and oral communication, problem solving and teamwork are essential.
• Capable of working flexible hours.
• This position reports directly to the Director of IDD Authority Services.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university; or
• 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
• 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.
• Experience working with persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is preferred.