Employment Consultant

Job Overview

Metrocare Services is committed to serving individuals with developmental or mental health challenges by providing meaningful, satisfying lives. We are a gender‑responsive, trauma‑informed agency delivering services to individuals with serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, and co‑occurring disorders. We serve as liaison between CDDS, the business community, and other center personnel.

• Develop collaborative working relationships with center staff and other service providers.
• Develop service plans and team activities to determine needs, interests, and desires of consumers.
• Provide job‑coaching services, including observing, modeling, training and facilitating natural supports to promote consumer success.
• Provide education/information to employers, supervisors, and co‑workers of consumers.
• Complete a task analysis for each position prior to consumer employment.
• Assist in monthly clinicals.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Conduct job development/placement services.
• Perform other duties assigned.

• Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with ethical standards of conduct, state contract, professional standards and applicable state/federal laws.
• Analytical skills, professional acumen, business ethics, continuous improvement, problem solving, confidentiality, and excellent communication.
• Self‑motivating, able to work independently.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations and policies regarding service delivery to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse individuals, teams and systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office 95/97 and Askesis.

• Associate’s degree in Human Services or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience providing services to individuals with disabilities.
• Bilingual in Spanish and/or American Sign Language is a plus.
• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to apply common sense, follow simple instructions, and handle standardized situations.
• Proficient with computer, printer, and software programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);
  Internet use.
• Current Texas driver license or equivalent from another state; must obtain Texas license within 3 months if out of state.
• Liability insurance acceptable for vehicle use on or for center business.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with employer matching
• Health Savings Account with employer matching
• Professional Development allowance ($2000 per year)
• Bilingual stipend – 6% of base salary
• Other benefits available

Metrocare is an equal‑opportunity employer and affirmatively supports a diverse workforce. All hiring decisions are made in accordance with applicable laws. Our facilities are tobacco‑free.

No recruitment agencies please.