RTT III Vocational Job Coach

Texas Health & Human Services Commission•Mexia, TX

2d•$3,048 - $4,150•Onsite

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician (RTT) performs moderately complex habilitative and rehabilitative therapy work in an assigned therapeutic specialty, such as vocational rehabilitation or day programming. The position provides direct-contact instruction and training to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities based on their treatment plans, and trains staff to support continuity of those plans. The role works under the general supervision of a Registered Therapist, Psychologist, or Vocational/Day Programming Supervisor, with moderate latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. The position is based at Mexia State Supported Living Center and is required to drive a state-owned vehicle. State supported living centers provide campus-based direct services and supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who may be medically fragile or have behavioral problems. The job includes implementing and monitoring treatment plans, supporting assessments, training Direct Support Professionals, collecting and reporting data, completing program paperwork, and participating in interdisciplinary team processes. The position may support disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activities, which may require a different shift pattern or location. The role is full-time and nonexempt, with a day shift and possible evening shift assignment. Flexibility in work hours, overtime or extended hours, weekends, and holidays may be required. Travel is up to 5%, and telework is not eligible.

Requirements

At least six months of work experience with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities or in performing therapeutic work.
Valid Texas driver’s license, or ability to obtain one no later than 90 days after hire; applicants with an out-of-state license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of licensure.
Eligible driving record under HHSC Fleet Management policy.
Knowledge and skills in relevant therapeutic techniques, such as applied behavior analysis or sensory integration.
Ability to train staff in treatment methods and related areas.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to assist in developing treatment and support plans.
Ability to develop and maintain data collection systems for the assigned therapeutic specialty.
Ability to use personal computers and relevant software.
General knowledge of, or ability to gain knowledge of, ICF/IID regulations and state supported living center policies and procedures.
Ability to meet the physical requirements for direct-contact staff positions.
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others.
Must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and required registry checks.
Must be willing to work weekends and holidays; flexibility in work hours, overtime, and/or extended hours may be required.
Must be at least 18 years of age for employment at a state-operated facility.
Males ages 18–25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
State Supported Living Center employees are subject to random drug testing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred.
Experience in applied behavior analysis, sensory integration, music therapy, therapeutic recreation, dance/movement therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, and/or vocational rehabilitation is preferred.
Experience developing treatment and support plans for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Attend work regularly and perform other duties as assigned; work a specified, rotating, or extended shift and/or overtime as required.
Directly implement treatment plans using hands-on methods and monitor goals and objectives through direct observation.
Assist in developing and evaluating treatment plans for the assigned therapeutic specialty.
Assist the assigned therapist or vocational/day programming supervisor with functional skills assessments, including preparing materials, reviewing prior assessments, and conducting direct observations.
Schedule, assist with, and/or provide staff training to Direct Support Professionals to support continuity of treatment plan objectives when therapists or RTTs are unavailable, as needs require.
Monitor Direct Support Professionals’ implementation of program objectives, gather data, and report findings to the interdisciplinary team and the overseeing therapist or supervisor.
Ensure program-related paperwork is completed satisfactorily and meets applicable standards and procedures.
Collect treatment-plan data to accurately assess individuals’ progress.
Participate in the interdisciplinary team process by providing assessment results, information about responses to interventions, and updates on monitoring and staff training.
Provide feedback to the team about individual progress, work with Direct Support Professionals to maintain connection, and assist with treatment-plan development for the assigned discipline.
Maintain current skills related to assigned responsibilities.
Participate in or support disaster response, recovery, and Continuity of Operations activities as required.
Drive a state-owned vehicle.