Residential Staffing Coordinator

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Brief Job Description:

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 Residential Staffing Coordinator works under the supervision of the Director of Residential Services and works a designated 8-hour shift. The Residential Staffing Coordinator is responsible for posting DSP positions, setting up interviews, conducting interviews, processing new hire paperwork. The Residential Staffing Coordinator will maintain the Residential staffing roster and will take actions to ensure Active Position Status Report is accurate at all times. The Residential Staffing Coordinator will monitor internal position moves and double fills. The Residential Coordinator will develop system/reports to assist with position control. The Residential Staffing Coordinator will be active in the DSP recruitment process by attending job fairs and developing recruitment strategies. The Residential Staffing

Coordinator will track and trend turnover/vacancies.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Develops advertising and other recruitment materials for publication and use in recruitment activities under the direction of the DRS.

Participates in off campus career/job fairs and plans, coordinates, and facilitates job fairs at the facility to increase qualified RSSLC candidates.

Plan, coordinates, and facilitates the DSP interviews. Processes DSP applicants (selections) from interview to first date of hire.

Maintains the staffing roster, monitors internal position moves, and coordinates with the Unit Directors and DRS to assign position numbers for new hires.

Ensures deadlines are met for new hire packets.

Utilizes Career Center for screening, interviewing and selection of DSP applicants.

Prepares and distributes correspondence, forms, and documents. Develops reports for staffing, vacancies, interview, etc. and prepares recommendations for DRS to improve service delivery and recruitment efforts.

Coordinates with various necessary departments to ensure position number accuracy on Active Position Status Report (APSR) for residential services.

Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to 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. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

The individual must possess the ability to assess, plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate recruitment activities for all phases of recruitment, interviewing and retention of DSP staff. The individual must exhibit leadership attributes as well as a commitment to the philosophy of HHSC and the facility. Experience in schedules and staffing coordination to meet minimum staffing ratios. Ability to multitask and handle multiple objectives at one time. Ability to interpret policy and procedure and communicate them effectively both orally and in writing. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient knowledge and application in computer/software and spreadsheets. Ability to work independently and productively. Ability to make decisions and recommendations to executive staff. Knowledge of ICFMR Standards; HHSC, facility, and departmental policies and procedures; and record-keeping procedures. Proven

ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner, with the ability to direct and instruct. Ability to work independently, to work cooperatively in a teamwork situation, and to work harmoniously in general with co-workers.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

None

Initial Screening Criteria:

High School Diploma with some college preferred.

Experience recruiting, screening, and interviewing potential employees.

Experience in position control and staff scheduling preferred.

Experience in administrative work.

Experience coordinating work between organizational units preferred.

Additional Information:

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 State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form