Job Title: Community Living Specialist II
Supervised By: Program Manager
Directly Supervises: N/A
Salary: $16,000 - $22,570 depending upon Skills/Education/Experience
Posting Date: Ongoing
PURPOSE OF JOB:
The CLS is responsible for the direct care and supervision of individuals residing in a twenty-four hour alternate living residence. The primary responsibility is for timely intervention and provision of homemaker, habilitation services, and residential support services per the consumers’ individualized habilitation plan.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School/GED with two to three years experience in MH/MR, or related field preferably in a residential, habilitative training program or related human services setting.
Positions available in the following location(s): (Please list position number and RU)
1203 – RU735 – HCS
Job Title: Clinical Psychologist
Supervised By: Director of Developmental Disabilities, Provider Services
Directly Supervises: None
Salary: $50,000 – 61,000 depending upon Skills/Education/Experience. Bilingual stipend available if pass internal testing criteria
Posting Date: Friday, May 23, 2008
PURPOSE OF JOB:
This position provides therapeutic services to individuals or groups with dual diagnosis (developmental disabilities and mental health issues. Provides clinical consultation to the treatment team, participates in treatment team meetings, and consults on diagnostic questions. Also interacts with family members as appropriate.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Masters degree in psychology. Must be licensed. Knowledge of MR/MH individuals with behavior issues.
Positions available in the following location(s): (Please list position number and RU)
1222 – RU 729 – BPS
Job Title: Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Supervised By: Program Manager
Directly Supervises: None
Salary: $66,000 - bilingual stipend available if qualified
Posting Date: Friday, August 01, 2008
PURPOSE OF JOB:
Will provide support and coordination to the Center for Children with Autism program. The incumbent accepts and follows the philosophy and policies/procedures as interpreted by Metrocare management and best practices. This position will perform behavioral assessments, develop and implement acquisition, education, and verbal behavior programs for parents and caregivers, and monitor behavioral programs in order to reduce/eliminate problem behaviors while teaching replacement skills. Must possess and demonstrate effective written communication skills. Must be able to effectively and clearly communicate with staff and families. Must have a working knowledge of current Regulations and Policy/Procedures regarding service delivery to individuals with autism.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Master’s Degree in Psychology with emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis. 3 years of experience preferred, 2 or more in an applied behavior setting. Must be Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
Positions available in the following location(s): (Please list position number and RU)
RU 775 - Center for Children with Autism
RU 729 - BPS
Job Title: Job Placement Specialist I
Supervised By: Program Manager
Directly Supervises: N/A
Salary: $20,000 – 28,212 (Bilingual stipend available if eligible)
Posting Date: Monday, November 10, 2008
PURPOSE OF JOB:
The Job Placement Specialist is to provide opportunity, guidance, and overall supervision of habilitation services/vocational services for consumers’ personal independence and community integration. The program assists consumers in preparing for, finding, and maintaining employment. Through work adjustment training, community inclusion, and work opportunities in various settings, services are delivered to consumers with developmental disabilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in the human services or related field or High School Diploma and one (1) year of full-time experience working in the field of mental retardation or other developmental disabilities. Bilingual preferred.
Positions available in the following location(s): (Please list position number and RU)
1267 – RU 771 – CDDS
Job Title: Behavior Intervention Specialist
Supervised By: Program Manager
Directly Supervises: N/A
Salary: $30,000 and up depending upon qualifications (Bilingual stipend available if eligible)
Posting Date: Friday, December 12, 2008
PURPOSE OF JOB:
Provides clinical and community-based services for consumers with dual-diagnosis of mental health and developmental disabilities. Works with inter-disciplinary team, as well as families and resources.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in the human services or related field, early childhood or child development a plus. Experience with developmental disabilities a plus. Bilingual preferred.
Positions available in the following location(s): (Please list position number and RU)
7128 – RU 729 – BPS
Job Title: Early Intervention Specialist (2)
Supervised By: Program Manager
Directly Supervises: N/A
Salary: $38,000 and up depending upon qualifications (Bilingual stipend available if eligible)
Posting Date: Friday, December 12, 2008
PURPOSE OF JOB:
Provides intake, counseling, service coordination and developmental interaction to families referred to ECI. Provides direct services, functions as community liaison and as an interdisciplinary team member. Serves as a consultant to other professional staff as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in the human services or related field, early childhood or child development a plus. Experience working in the field of mental retardation or other developmental disabilities. Bilingual preferred.
Positions available in the following location(s): (Please list position number and RU)
1331 – RU 682 – ECI
Job Title: LPHA
Supervised By: Program Manager
Directly Supervises: N/A
Salary: $38,000 and up depending upon qualifications (Bilingual stipend available if eligible)
Posting Date: Friday, December 12, 2008
PURPOSE OF JOB:
The LPHA is primarily responsible for monitoring services and providing Community Support Services and therapeutic services for ECI. Part of inter-disciplinary team. Provides counseling and education for families.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in the human services or related field. Current Texas Licensure in LPHA, LPC, MCSW. Bilingual preferred.
Positions available in the following location(s): (Please list position number and RU)
1130 – RU 682 – ECI
Job Title: Autism Treatment Specialist
Supervised By: Program Manager
Directly Supervises: N/A
Salary: $42,000 and up depending upon qualifications (Bilingual stipend available if eligible)
Posting Date: Friday, December 12, 2008
PURPOSE OF JOB:
Provides behavioral and therapeutic services for children ages 2 – 8 with autism. Works with inter-disciplinary team, as well as families and resources. One-on-one ratio with children. Must be able to work until 6:00pm. Computer skills a must.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in the human services or related field, early childhood or child development a plus. Experience with autism a plus. Bilingual preferred.
Positions available in the following location(s): (Please list position number and RU)
1729 – RU 775 – CCAM
Job Title: Nutritionist
Supervised By: Program Manager
Directly Supervises: N/A
Salary: $50,000 and up depending upon Skills/Education/Experience. Bilingual stipend available if pass internal test.
Posting Date: Friday, December 19, 2008
PURPOSE OF JOB:
Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling. Advise patients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans and diet modifications, and food selection and preparation.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s Degree in Nutrition or other applicable area.
- 2 or more years working with infants and/or families
- Licensed Dietician or Licensed Nutritionist by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dieticians
Positions available in the following location(s): (Please list position number and RU)
1734 – RU 682 – ECI