IDD Crisis Intervention Specialist

Salary
: $90,000 per year. Sign on bonus may be available.

Shift
: M-F 8am - 5pm; may requirea flexible work schedule;
Assigned work hours may change as the needs of the agency and clients change

Driving required
: Y

Settings
: office, field

The IDD Crisis Intervention Specialist supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) with significant behavioral and psychiatric challenges. This position provides therapeutic support using a flexible array of services to identity the stressors that result in challenging behaviors. The Crisis Intervention Specialist directs crisis response services including identifying individuals with IDD in the service area who are at risk of requiring crisis services. This position educates individuals, families,and the community on IDD and mental illness.

This position works independently,under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Education Required: Master's degree from accredited college or university in social work, behavioral or related field.

Experience

Required:

At least 1 year experience with individuals with IDD. At least 1 year experience with behavior intervention and psychiatric challenges.

Registration, Certification,Licensure or other Qualifications

Required:

• Must maintain a valid Texas Driver's license, auto liability insurance and a driving record acceptable toPermia
  
  Care's insurance requirements.
• Required to pass criminal history and background checks as well as pre-employment drug screen.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker(LCSW) or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) required.

• Respond and assess individual withIDD for danger to self or others, psychosis, or mental health deterioration.
• Develop treatment and support plans and provide linkages to community resources for individuals with IDD incrisis.
• Monitor TLETS for jail matches andassess detainees at the county jail to provide support and alternatives to incarceration.
• Develop trainings and educate families and communities, including MCOT staff and law enforcement about themanner in which to engage persons with IDD and their unique needs.
• Collaborate with LIDDA staff and Transition Support Team members to identify persons with IDD who are at risk of requiring crisis services, such as persons who exhibit repeated and severe behavior disturbances that jeopardize the person's safety or current living arrangement.
• Direct the referral process,training and oversight of crisis respite services for persons with IDDrequiring behavioral and psychiatric support.
• Invoice transition support teamfor monthly services.
• Prepare reports to support performance contract measures.
• Meet unit performance measures ortargets.
• Maintain assigned caseload.
• Coordinate appropriate services to designated caseload.
• Enter accurate and appropriate documentation of services within timeframe required.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive records and treatment information, client files and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA, laws, rules and regulations, and established procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable physical on-site attendance. Regular attendance, dependability, and promptness are required for the scheduled work day 100% of the time, to ensure consistency and completeness of program's processes.
• Comply with the Abuse, Neglect,and Exploitation policy and reporting requirements.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior policy requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with individuals served and their families, supervisors,co-workers and visitors by demonstrating cooperative, courteous and respectful behavior at all times.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor.
• Open and process mail/email in atimely manner.
• Answer phone, collect phone messages and respond to requests timely and accurately.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Perform all work functions and interactions using a trauma informed approach.
• Display professionalism when representing Permia Care and the program in the community.
• Maintain compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Maintain valid and current driver's license, auto insurance, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation at all times. Driving may be required for this position.
• Complete all training as assigned prior to due date.
• Other duties as assigned.