QMHP-CS I/II LOSS Team Coordinator

The LOSS Team Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the agency’s LOSS Team efforts to include the provision of suicide prevention and postvention training in the communities, provide caring contacts for individuals following suicide attempts or to families who have experienced suicide loss, recruiting and maintaining LOSS Team volunteers, overseeing the Care for Life Program.

Position Responsibilities: :

• Responsible for the establishment of a LOSS Team in McLennan. Bosque, Limestone, Freestone, Falls and Hill counties to provide immediate postvention support services and resources to families after a suicide death.
• Establish a caring contacts program to reach individuals discharged from inpatient psychiatric hospitals or emergency departments after a suicide crisis or attempt.
• Possesses skills to collaborate effectively with volunteers, stakeholders, and other community members to support LOSS Teams in their community.
• Provide training to increase awareness, early identification, and intervention for youth ages 10-24 including AS K training.
• Provide training to improve staff and community competencies in suicide screening and safety planning.
• Establish relationships with at least two public school districts and one college in the catchment area to share best-practice suicide prevention training and postvention guidelines.
• Screen a minimum of ninety youth ages 10-24 using the C-SSRS and refer youth scoring at risk for services. Report on the number of youths referred and the number who received services in the quarterly report.
• Provide means of safety materials (e.g. gun locks, medication disposal bags) through MCOT, YCOT or other suicide prevention events. Document the number of materials distributed in the quarterly report.
• Responsible for data collection, submission, and reporting per contract dates, deadlines and guidelines.
• Work with the Heal Project Director to develop a program sustainability plan by April 2027.
• HOTBHN incorporates principles of trauma informed care in all areas of service delivery. Trauma informed care includes cultural sensitivity and emphasizes a safe and respectful environment for all clients and staff. Experience and/or training in these principles and in trauma treatment is essential.
• HOTBHN shall have a workforce competent in the recognition of and provision of suicide safe care to all consumers in line with national best practices to promote life.
• Performs related work as required and assigned.

Minimum Education Required::

• Bachelor’s degree in sociology, psychology, social work or related field required.
• Must be eligible to complete necessary requirements to obtain status of QMHP-CS.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES::

• Knowledge of suicide prevention and postvention work, methods, techniques and practices of therapy, the functioning of social service or treatment facility community resources and how to use them effectively.
• Must have valid Driver’s License and current and continued proof of automobile liability insurance.
• Must have and maintain a level of general health that permits the performance of work duties.
• Must be able to perform skills necessary for CPR/First Aid and PMAB certification including but not limited to lift or support 30 lbs., ability to kneel on either knee, and stand from a kneeling position.

Salary: $45,000-$52,965 Depending on experience and education.

Hours: :Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Positions:


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

Benefits:

Employer paid Health Insurance, no copays, no deductibles, 0 cost most prescriptions*
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
Payroll Direct Deposit
12 paid Holidays per year
Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)**
**Certain Requirements Apply**:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - begins after 3 months of full time employment:

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network is a qualified local government entity that may qualify employees for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Plan (subject to certain requirements and guidelines being met by the employee based on this government program). There is no guarantee of this program for all employees.: