Habilitation Coordinator

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• assessing / reassessing, developing, coordinating, and monitoring specialized services for individuals living in nursing facility diagnosed with Intellectual / Developmental Disabilities (IDD);
• Meeting face to face with each individually monthly
• Facilitating in-person meetings for each individual at least quarterly;
• Being highly organized to meet strict timelines for documentation;
• Identifying alternate placement options when applicable;
• Negotiating and advocating for individuals;
• Developing effective working relationships with the individuals, family members, nursing facility staff, and other service providers;
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Being part of a team;
• Traveling to Ellis, Kaufman counties (and occasionally within the 12 county service area)
• Conducting PASRR evaluations as needed
• Working from designated office, home, and in the field (nursing facilities in designated area)

Work Schedule : 8-5 (Mon-Fri)

Employee Benefits at Full-Time Include :

Education :

Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a social, behavioral, or human service field, such as psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human development, gerontology, educational psychology, education, or criminal justice.

Work Experience :

Travel Required

Yes. Travel reimbursement will be provided.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's or better in Criminal Justice.

Bachelor's or better in Education.

Bachelor's or better in Human Development and Learning.

Bachelor's or better in Nursing.

Bachelor's or better in Psychology.

Bachelor's or better in Rehabilitation Counseling.

Bachelor's or better in Social Work.

Bachelor's or better in Sociology.

Experience

Preferred

Proficient computer skills, including MS Word, Excel and Outlook

Knowledge of psychotropic medications and DSMV

1 year : 1 year :

Experience working with PASRR population with ID / IDD and / or mental illness as a case manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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