Connections Rehab Therapist

Denton County MHMR Center employees are to be committed to fostering an open, inclusive, and supportive environment that welcomes and embraces diversity in all forms. Denton County MHMR Center defines diversity broadly to include race, ethnicity, abilities (mental/physical), gender, gender identity, immigrant status, language, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, age, and other groups.

Denton County MHMR Center employees are to strive to maintain a trauma sensitive workplace, to embrace trauma sensitive and informed practices, and to foster a supportive and welcoming environment of care.

Under direction of the Connections Program Coordinator and within federal, state and local guidelines, performs moderately complex life skills services. Work involves providing life skills services for clients with mental impairments.

The Connections Rehab Therapist provides transportation for clients to and from rehabilitation programs, psychosocial skills training and individual and/or small group community support services in an individual's home or the community. Duties include frequent contact with clients, assisting clients with activities of daily living, and developing and managing treatment objectives. Under the supervision of the Connections Program Coordinator, assists with preparation of monthly rental assistance and utility check requests, prepares documents for referrals, intake session, and annual recertification including income verification under HUD guidelines, and assists with other program related tasks as assigned by the Connections Program Coordinator and/or deemed a priority within the HUD grant funding.

Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

Bachelor's degree in a human services field or related field, and one year experience in mental health or intellectual and developmental disabilities. Previous case management experience preferred.

• All job specific training must be completed within 30 days of hire.
• Must maintain a valid Texas driver's license, auto liability insurance and a driving record acceptable to the Centers insurance requirements.

• Proficient skills with computers and applicable computer software. Ability to collect and analyze data, to prepare and maintain records, and to communicate effectively. Ability to read and interpret documents i.e. HUD regulations and rules, and procedure manuals. Ability to assess clients' needs, to coordinate clients' services, and to monitor program effectiveness. Ability to maintain a calm and efficient demeanor during crisis situations.
• Moderate mathematics skills. Proficient reading, writing, interpersonal relations and communicative skills; ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write effective case management notes. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Highly effective in working objectively with a diverse group of people; must demonstrate strong organizational skills. Knowledge of therapeutic methods and techniques in the rehabilitative therapy area of specialization and of mental illness and mental disabilities.
• Ability to provide life skills services for clients, to prepare concise reports and case documentation, ability to represent DC MHMR and the Connections program at community functions or events, and to train others.
• Understanding and practice of Trauma Informed Care principles.

Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.