Program Specialist V, IDD, Pos. #543, Corpus Christi, TX

Are you looking for an exciting new venture that can truly make a difference in people's lives?

Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities is your place.

The Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities (MHID) is dedicated to helping the residents of Nueces County who are living with mental illness and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities. We serve over 10,000 people each year with psychiatric and behavioral health care outpatient services, counseling, training, employment assistance, housing support, homeless outreach, children's mental health care and more. 

*This position will remain open for seven (7) calendar days, or until filled. Posted 11/17/2023* 

Salary for Intern Level License: $58,477.77

Salary for Full License: $62,642.85

Full-Time, 40 Hour Work Week, Paid Bi-weekly

General Description

Under the supervision of IDD Transitions Support Team Supervisor, this position performs advanced (senior-level) health services or social services consultative work. Work involves assisting in the planning and execution of the Transition Support Team Services for individuals with IDD transitioning from or at risk for placement in institutions and ensuring those clients and their families receive quality services. Reviews and analyzes reports and consults on cases. Evaluates and delivers recommendations to the team. Assists with planning, developing, and administering other transition support activities and services. May provide educational or training in field of expertise. Preforms related work as assigned. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum: Graduation from an accredited college/university with a Master's Degree or a degree applicable to licensure in a health related or human services field. Must be fully licensed, or able to obtain licensure within 6 months of hire, in the State of Texas in a health related field including, but not limited to, Registered Nurse (RN), Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), Speech Therapist, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Registered Dietitian (RD), Licensed Behavioral Analyst (LBA). Experience working with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and/or other related-conditions.  Must have reliable transportation. May use personal vehicle to conduct business. Must have a valid driver's license at all times, liability insurance and a good driving record. 

Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish.  Two years' experience working with individuals diagnosed with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities who have medical, mental health and/or behavior support needs or with linking people with IDD to mental health supports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of mental illness and/or emotional components of physical illness; of rehabilitation methods; of casework principles; of community resources; and of the principles, methods, techniques, and practices of area of licensure. Skill in interviewing. Ability to evaluate reports and analyze data, to evaluate social assessments and make treatment plans, and to communicate effectively. Knowledge of local, state and federal laws related to the IDD Services; Skill in operating a computer and applicable software.  In the course of being employed, understands and implements trauma informed care practices.

MHID cares about the health and well-being of our employees, we are dedicated to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. 

We offer a very competitive benefits package

• excellent health, hospitalization, dental and vision insurance plans
• life Insurance, $25,000 provided at no cost to employees
• very generous retirement plan- MHID contributes 6% of employee annual salary on the first day of employment and the employee contributes 1%
• employee referral program
• 16 hours of paid time off (PTO) each month, with increases
• 10 holidays plus 2 personal holidays each year
• career ladder incentives/opportunities
• mileage reimbursement if personal vehicle is used for work

• employee appreciation events and annual employee recognition banquet
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Student Loan Repayment

• MHID is a qualified employer for the PSLF program to repay student loans https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Education

• MHID offers flex scheduling for educational assistance to full-time employees 
• Free LPC-A supervision

We are a tobacco free workplace
EOE/AA

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