Position Title

Wrap Care Coordinator - B.W. - Polk Mental Health Clinic - Livingston, TX

Position Number

P #185

General Description

The Wrap Care Coordinator works closely with a team of clinicians to help children and families connect to the services and support which will help them most. The Care Coordinator works on team building, while providing case management, assessments, problem solving skills and other services in accordance with the consumer's approved and prescribed Wrap treatment plan. This position will primarily work with children and adolescents who are at risk of out-of-home placement to prevent placement and build family skills sufficient for helping the child stay in the home. This position will often work closely with the Department of Family and Protective Services as well as the Juvenile Justice System. The Care Coordinator will have some understanding of the importance of a strengths-based approach which is essential to building successful Wrap plans. This worker will need to possess strong value for working collaboratively with families and community partners, to build a team, and communicate effectively to help that team do whatever it takes to support families and children with behavioral health needs. This position requires the worker to be highly flexible and creative. This position also provides services in accordance with Agency and Medicaid standards and requirements. Duties include conducting emergency assessments as warranted. Proficient and timely documentation, self-discipline, flexibility, and organizational skills are a must.

Education

Required: Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, medicine, registered nurse, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human growth and development, physician assistant, gerontology, special education, educational psychology, early childhood education, early childhood intervention, or other Human Services discipline that meets QMHP requirements, from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Preferred: Six (6) months' direct care experience working with children or adolescents in a behavioral healthcare or educational setting. Knowledge of growth and development. Familiarity with DSM-IV diagnostic criteria.

Licenses/Certifications

Required: Valid Texas driver's license.

Preferred: LBSW.

Special Requests or Comments

Required: Must be physically able to complete Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA), CPR, First Aid, and Defensive Driving training modules. Must have a driving record insurable by Burke's insurance administrator. You must have reliable personal vehicle and travel routinely with the service area.

Physical Requirements

Required: Sight, hearing, talking, lifting up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing, walking, driving a vehicle, and hand/finger dexterity

Hours

Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.,

However, this position may require occasional after-hours work to complete job responsibilities.

Salary

$43,920 - $45,355 annually; depending on qualifications and experience

Travel reimbursement is provided.