Registered Therapist 4 - ECI - 1143

CENTRAL COUNTIES CENTER FOR MENTAL•Killeen, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs advanced (senior-level) habilitation or therapeutic rehabilitation work. Work involves coordinating rehabilitation activities for clients within a program area and developing protocols for an assigned program in habilitation or rehabilitation therapy services. May assign and/or supervise the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Demonstrate high ethical standards, trustworthiness, and personal integrity. Regular attendance, dependability, and promptness are essential for the successful execution of the positions duties and responsibilities. Interact effectively with all customers, internally as well as externally. Willing to accept coaching, constructive criticism, and cooperate with others while developing effective working relationships with all team members. Must support team concepts and help others work toward team objectives. Screening, Evaluation/Assessment and Treatment planning – This function requires the therapist to work as a strong and vital part of a transdisciplinary team to provide essential, in-depth diagnostic input on the development of referred children 0-3 years. The therapist will be competent in the use of the required standardized tests, observations of developmental skills, and interview techniques to screen and evaluate referred children for developmental delays and assistive technology needs. The therapist will contribute to the development and review of the IFSP, by addressing appropriate developmental skills and the identified needs and concerns of the child and family. Advanced family training, home visits, therapeutic instructions, and other support--The therapist will offer support to parents and staff on activities and strategies to encourage the child’s development and to provide specific therapeutic techniques to children 0 - 3 with developmental delays, using the coaching model of service delivery. Deliver a minimum of 65 hours of direct services each month. During months that service providers do not have the target amount of service planned the performance requirement will be 80% of planned services delivered. The therapist will ensure that their services will begin within 28 days of the initial IFSP 100% of the time. Document all efforts to overcome barriers to services beginning on time. Documentation – This function requires that the therapist document services provided to include ongoing progress notes, consultation notes, professional reports, correspondence, and IFSP’s in the EHR. All chart documentation will be turned in within 48 hours of the event 100% of the time. In addition, employee time sheets, travel logs, and other employee and ECI child documentation will be turned as required. Professional reports will be turned in no later than the 2nd working day of the month after the evaluation was completed. Write the majority of progress notes in the home with input from the family. All notes must contain required elements. MAC – the therapist will participate in the Random Moment Time Study and the associated training as required. Supervise and train students, interns, and other therapists as appropriate. This function requires the therapist to supervise and train students, interns, and other staff and therapists in therapeutic techniques for the pediatric population as needed by the program. Feedback from 95% of families served is positive. The feedback may be from parent satisfaction questionnaires sent out by the program, phone calls or other contacts made by supervisors to families, and/or from family-initiated contacts with the program or the state office. Support program events such as Child Find activities and other special events. Accept assignment of services to be provided in a language other than English as determined by the primary language of the referred/enrolled children and their routine caregivers as the needs arise. Provide support in the form of translation and interpretation to other team members serving these same children and families. Meeting this job requirement makes the staff member eligible for the bilingual stipend according to the PPM policy 205:2. Professional Development - This function requires the therapist to successfully complete the professional training to maintain competency and meet the continuing education required by professional standards and the Center. Occasionally the staff person may need to drive within or outside the five (5) counties in order to participate in a special activity, such as a conference. Must stay compliant with all required training. Frequent daily driving within the catchment area is required.

Requirements

Experience in therapeutic techniques in appropriate area.
Degree in appropriate therapy area.
Certification and/or licensure in appropriate area of therapy.
Knowledge of therapeutic techniques in appropriate area.
Ability to implement administrative procedures.
Ability to interpret rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to train others.
Work behavior must be compatible with Center value statement and Policies and Procedures Manual contributing to an environment of problem solving, building trust, conflict resolution, and customer service.
Ability to perform tasks effectively and efficiently.
Ability to plan and schedule work and implement directives without constant supervision.
Ability to present a professional appearance and conduct when representing the Center.
Ability to work cooperatively and productively with supervisor, individuals, co-workers, and groups of persons at all levels of activity, contributing to a strong spirit of teamwork.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies and the general public using tact, courtesy and good judgment.
Must have and maintain a valid drivers’ license with an acceptable driving record.
Regular attendance and reliability is critical to business operations.
Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
See, hear, and communicate effectively to perform job duties.
Use a computer, telephone, and standard office equipment for prolonged periods.
Perform repetitive tasks such as typing, filing, and data entry.
Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
Interact frequently with consumers, staff, and the public in a professional and customer focused manner.
Respond appropriately to challenging or unpredictable situations, including safely de-escalating and managing interactions with individuals who may exhibit verbally or physically escalated behavior, in accordance with training and Center policies.
Maintain sufficient mental and emotional health to meet the inherent stressors of the position.
Work in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
Perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Nice To Haves

Feedback from 95% of families served is positive.
Accept assignment of services to be provided in a language other than English as determined by the primary language of the referred/enrolled children and their routine caregivers as the needs arise. Provide support in the form of translation and interpretation to other team members serving these same children and families. Meeting this job requirement makes the staff member eligible for the bilingual stipend according to the PPM policy 205:2.

Responsibilities

Coordinate rehabilitation activities for clients within a program area.
Develop protocols for an assigned program in habilitation or rehabilitation therapy services.
Screen, evaluate, and assess referred children (0-3 years) for developmental delays and assistive technology needs.
Contribute to the development and review of the IFSP.
Provide advanced family training, home visits, therapeutic instructions, and support to parents and staff using a coaching model.
Deliver a minimum of 65 hours of direct services each month.
Ensure services begin within 28 days of the initial IFSP.
Document services provided, including progress notes, consultation notes, professional reports, correspondence, and IFSP's in the EHR within 48 hours.
Turn in professional reports no later than the 2nd working day of the month after the evaluation was completed.
Write the majority of progress notes in the home with input from the family.
Participate in the Random Moment Time Study and associated training.
Supervise and train students, interns, and other therapists in therapeutic techniques for the pediatric population.
Support program events such as Child Find activities and other special events.
Accept assignment of services in a language other than English and provide translation/interpretation support.
Successfully complete professional training to maintain competency and meet continuing education requirements.
Drive within or outside the five (5) counties for special activities like conferences.
Stay compliant with all required training.
Perform frequent daily driving within the catchment area.