Program Specialist II - Active Treatment Coordinator

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Denton, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.

The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers

If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

The Active Treatment Coordinator (HHS Program Coordinator) will be hired and directly supervised by the Assistant Director of Programs at DSSLC. Primary responsibilities include Organizing and coordination leisure activities for individuals served which is age appropriate, based on individualized interests, and as meaningful in reaching their goals; Providing coordination, assistance, and training to direct support staff; and Maintaining adequate training materials and supplies to implement active treatment activities for assigned units. Work involves overseeing, monitoring, and providing instruction/training regarding active treatment plans. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Some flex time, overtime, evening, some weekends may be required.

Requirements

• Ability to train staff in treatment methods and related areas
• Ability in written and oral communication
• Ability to assist in development of treatment and supports plans
• Ability to develop and maintain data collection systems for assigned caseload
• Ability to utilize personal computers and relevant software
• General knowledge of assigned caseloads
• Physical requirements are the same as those for direct support staff positions
• Skill in use of equipment tools and materials used in therapeutic activities
• Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others
• Demonstrated commitment to facility mission and service/workplace values
• Ability to provide to prepare concise reports, to communicate effectively, and to supervise the work of others
• Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)
• Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service
• All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility

Nice To Haves

• General knowledge of ICF regulations and Settlement Agreement as well as state supported living center policies and procedures is preferred
• Some college course work in behavioral sciences, education or related areas

Responsibilities

• Organizing and coordination leisure activities for individuals served which is age appropriate, based on individualized interests, and as meaningful in reaching their goals
• Providing coordination, assistance, and training to direct support staff
• Maintaining adequate training materials and supplies to implement active treatment activities for assigned units
• Overseeing, monitoring, and providing instruction/training regarding active treatment plans
• Monitors the implementation of the program objectives by the Direct Support Staff, or optimal individual treatment and training for assigned therapeutic specialty
• Ensures the direct support staff satisfactorily completes documentation of treatment for each consumer for programs related procedures
• Ensures the collection and completion of data related to treatment plans in order to accuracy assess individual progress
• Participates in special projects by the Director, ADOP and DRS
• Actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees