What are the responsibilities and job description for the Active Treatment and Vocational Services Coordinator position at Texas Health and Human Services?
Date: Mar 17, 2025
Location:
AUSTIN, TX
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Functional Title: Active Treatment and Vocational Services Coordinator
Job Title: Program Specialist VII
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: SSLC Operations
Posting Number: 4199
Closing Date: 03/31/2025
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Healthcare Support
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25
Salary Range: $5,797.66 - $9,508.25
Shift: Day
Additional Shift
Telework: Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 50%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 909 W 45TH ST #634 BLDG 4
Other Locations:
MOS Codes
16GX,60C0,611X,612X,63G0,641X,712X,86M0,86P0,88A0,88B0,8U000,OS,OSS,PERS,YN,YNS
Brief Job Description
Under supervision of the Director of Programs, State Supported Living Centers (SSLC) Division, this position serves as the SSLC discipline coordinator for active treatment and vocational services and is responsible for assisting in coordination and support of service delivery. Performs highly advanced consultative services and technical assistance work related to active treatment in the residential, day habilitation and vocational services areas at the State Supported Living Centers. Work involves planning, developing, coordinating, monitoring, and implementing major division program(s) and providing consultative services and technical assistance to program staff, field staff, governmental agencies, community organizations, or the general public. Trains, leads, assigns and/or prioritizes the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs)
Oversees the performance of a variety of technical, training, research, planning, policy, program assessment, and administrative activities of assigned program(s), with a focus in active treatment and vocational services, including supported and competitive employment.
Serves as the SSLC state office representative for interagency and HHSC Employment First initiatives.
Oversees staff and/or acts as a liaison with agencies and internal programs to explain the programs and agency statutory requirements.
Participates in the hiring process of active treatment coordinators and vocational directors via the facility interview process.
Provides consultative support to vocational directors and active treatment coordinators.
Oversees the analysis, implementation, and documentation of program policies.
Oversees the collection, organization, analysis, and preparation of materials in response to requests for program information and reports.
Oversees the development of program policies, procedures, manuals, and standards and plans program activities in accordance with program objectives and goals.
Oversees the development and implementation of effective techniques for evaluating agency programs, identifies the need for and implements new programs.
Oversees the completion of and monitors required administrative and performance reports, studies and specialized projects and recommends appropriate changes.
Oversees compliance with program policies and procedures, statutes, and rules and takes corrective action(s) as needed.
Oversees studies and analyses of operations and problems and the preparation of reports of findings and recommendations.
Oversees surveys and reviews to determine compliance with certification requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Oversees others who analyze legislation to develop recommendations for policy and programmatic issues relating to the implementation, improvement, and/or expansion of or reduction of program funding.
Oversees the development of Community Integration Partnerships, including the completion of Memorandums of Agreement for day habilitation, vocational services and leisure activities.
Oversees and/or coordinates the development of statewide and local vocational and day habilitation contracts.
Oversees others who speak to community and professional groups to coordinate, improve, and stimulate interest in the program and to secure support for programs.
Oversees the delivery of consultative services and technical assistance related to planning, implementing, and monitoring of programs and services.
Consults with public and private agencies involved in program(s) to resolve problems, identify training needs, and discuss program effectiveness. Identifies the need for and implements new programs.
Evaluates training needs, develops curriculum and coordinates training activities.
Provides guidance to staff in the development and integration of new methods and procedures.
Determines trends and resolves operational problems.
Prepares administrative reports and studies and performs specialized research projects.
Prepares and evaluates program budget requests.
Trains, leads, assigns and/or prioritizes the work of others.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge and understanding of long-term services and supports programs and active treatment.
Knowledge and understanding of vocational services programs and supported employment.
Knowledge and understanding of reporting methods and data analysis.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to HHSC programs.
Ability to evaluate the impact policy and program changes may have on State Supported Living Centers programs.
Ability to lead projects and workgroups to comply with reporting requirements.
Ability to provide advanced consulting to internal and external entities to fulfill analytic and reporting needs.
Ability to coordinate actions of team members to meet recurrent reporting requirements, meet ad hoc reporting requirements, and perform data analysis to establish program trends.
Skill in identifying measures or indicators of program performance and in operating computers and applicable software.
Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems; to market programs; to prepare reports; to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures; to communicate effectively; and to train, lead, assign, and prioritize staff workloads.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications
N/A
Initial Screening Criteria
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university (i.e. bachelor’s degree) with major coursework in management, public administration, human services or a related field is generally preferred; and
Two (2) years of working within a setting that provides active treatment, day habilitation, or vocational services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, at least one of which includes primary duties of managing, leading, directing, and/or evaluating active treatment and/or vocational services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
OR
Graduation from an accredited two-year college (i.e. associate degree) with major coursework in management, public administration, human services or a related field; and
Four (4) years of working within a setting that provides active treatment, day habilitation, or vocational services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, at least one of which includes primary duties of managing, leading, directing, and/or evaluating active treatment and/or vocational services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Additional Information
N/A
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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
Telework Disclaimer
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
Nearest Major Market: Austin
Location:
AUSTIN, TX
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.
Functional Title: Active Treatment and Vocational Services Coordinator
Job Title: Program Specialist VII
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: SSLC Operations
Posting Number: 4199
Closing Date: 03/31/2025
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Healthcare Support
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25
Salary Range: $5,797.66 - $9,508.25
Shift: Day
Additional Shift
Telework: Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 50%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 909 W 45TH ST #634 BLDG 4
Other Locations:
MOS Codes
16GX,60C0,611X,612X,63G0,641X,712X,86M0,86P0,88A0,88B0,8U000,OS,OSS,PERS,YN,YNS
Brief Job Description
Under supervision of the Director of Programs, State Supported Living Centers (SSLC) Division, this position serves as the SSLC discipline coordinator for active treatment and vocational services and is responsible for assisting in coordination and support of service delivery. Performs highly advanced consultative services and technical assistance work related to active treatment in the residential, day habilitation and vocational services areas at the State Supported Living Centers. Work involves planning, developing, coordinating, monitoring, and implementing major division program(s) and providing consultative services and technical assistance to program staff, field staff, governmental agencies, community organizations, or the general public. Trains, leads, assigns and/or prioritizes the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs)
Oversees the performance of a variety of technical, training, research, planning, policy, program assessment, and administrative activities of assigned program(s), with a focus in active treatment and vocational services, including supported and competitive employment.
Serves as the SSLC state office representative for interagency and HHSC Employment First initiatives.
Oversees staff and/or acts as a liaison with agencies and internal programs to explain the programs and agency statutory requirements.
Participates in the hiring process of active treatment coordinators and vocational directors via the facility interview process.
Provides consultative support to vocational directors and active treatment coordinators.
Oversees the analysis, implementation, and documentation of program policies.
Oversees the collection, organization, analysis, and preparation of materials in response to requests for program information and reports.
Oversees the development of program policies, procedures, manuals, and standards and plans program activities in accordance with program objectives and goals.
Oversees the development and implementation of effective techniques for evaluating agency programs, identifies the need for and implements new programs.
Oversees the completion of and monitors required administrative and performance reports, studies and specialized projects and recommends appropriate changes.
Oversees compliance with program policies and procedures, statutes, and rules and takes corrective action(s) as needed.
Oversees studies and analyses of operations and problems and the preparation of reports of findings and recommendations.
Oversees surveys and reviews to determine compliance with certification requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Oversees others who analyze legislation to develop recommendations for policy and programmatic issues relating to the implementation, improvement, and/or expansion of or reduction of program funding.
Oversees the development of Community Integration Partnerships, including the completion of Memorandums of Agreement for day habilitation, vocational services and leisure activities.
Oversees and/or coordinates the development of statewide and local vocational and day habilitation contracts.
Oversees others who speak to community and professional groups to coordinate, improve, and stimulate interest in the program and to secure support for programs.
Oversees the delivery of consultative services and technical assistance related to planning, implementing, and monitoring of programs and services.
Consults with public and private agencies involved in program(s) to resolve problems, identify training needs, and discuss program effectiveness. Identifies the need for and implements new programs.
Evaluates training needs, develops curriculum and coordinates training activities.
Provides guidance to staff in the development and integration of new methods and procedures.
Determines trends and resolves operational problems.
Prepares administrative reports and studies and performs specialized research projects.
Prepares and evaluates program budget requests.
Trains, leads, assigns and/or prioritizes the work of others.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge and understanding of long-term services and supports programs and active treatment.
Knowledge and understanding of vocational services programs and supported employment.
Knowledge and understanding of reporting methods and data analysis.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to HHSC programs.
Ability to evaluate the impact policy and program changes may have on State Supported Living Centers programs.
Ability to lead projects and workgroups to comply with reporting requirements.
Ability to provide advanced consulting to internal and external entities to fulfill analytic and reporting needs.
Ability to coordinate actions of team members to meet recurrent reporting requirements, meet ad hoc reporting requirements, and perform data analysis to establish program trends.
Skill in identifying measures or indicators of program performance and in operating computers and applicable software.
Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems; to market programs; to prepare reports; to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures; to communicate effectively; and to train, lead, assign, and prioritize staff workloads.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications
N/A
Initial Screening Criteria
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university (i.e. bachelor’s degree) with major coursework in management, public administration, human services or a related field is generally preferred; and
Two (2) years of working within a setting that provides active treatment, day habilitation, or vocational services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, at least one of which includes primary duties of managing, leading, directing, and/or evaluating active treatment and/or vocational services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
OR
Graduation from an accredited two-year college (i.e. associate degree) with major coursework in management, public administration, human services or a related field; and
Four (4) years of working within a setting that provides active treatment, day habilitation, or vocational services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, at least one of which includes primary duties of managing, leading, directing, and/or evaluating active treatment and/or vocational services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Additional Information
N/A
Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.
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
Telework Disclaimer
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
Nearest Major Market: Austin
Salary : $5,798 - $9,508
