Heart of Texas Region MHMR

110 S. 12th Street, Waco, TX 76701

(254) 752-3451

(254) 714-0420 (fax)

Jobline (254) 297-7167

Website:

An Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB OPENING SUMMARY

August 3, 2007

Anyone wishing to be considered for vacancies must complete a Heart of Texas Region application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application form. Resumes and letters of reference may be attached to the application to supply further information. The Heart of Texas MHMR requires pre-employment drug testing, criminal history backgrounds on all conditional offers of employment and driving record checks. Convictions related to any sexual offenses, drug related offenses; murder, theft, assault, battery or any crime involving personal injury or threat to another person may make you ineligible for employment. All applicants meeting minimum requirements will receive consideration; however, not all applicants may receive interviews. Positions are open until filled. For further details on any position, please contact Human Resources at (254) 297-7134. Fax to (254) 714-0420.

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Associate Psychologist
#1541
20,905/Annually
804.05 Bi-Weekly
Date Posted 7/6/07 / Center for Developmental Services
Waco
Tue, Wed & Thurs
8am to 5pm / Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related behavioral intervention. Licensure as a Psychological Associate by the TexasState Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
This position is primarily located in Waco, but will require work in six-county area served by Heart of Texas. Experience in performing functional analysis of challenging behaviors and developing effective behavior intervention programs is desired. Must be able to successfully participate, perform, and complete the skills necessary for CPR, First Aid and PMAB certification. Must be able to stoop, bend and lift up to 50 lbs. Valid Texas drivers license and current and continued proof of auto liability insurance. / Behavior Support resource for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and other related conditions in the General Revenue, Home and Community Based Services, Texas Home Living and ICF-MR programs. Knowledge of the principles of behavior analysis, individual and group counseling techniques, and psychological tests and measurements.
Registered Therapist
#964
47,500/Annually
1,826.92/Bi-Weekly
Date Posted 3/30/07 / KlarasChildrenCenter
Waco
M-F 8-5 / Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy. Licensed by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners or Licensed by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
Some travel to the Heart of Texas Region MHMR counties. Must be able to bend, sit, stoop, and lift up to 10 pounds. Able to perform skills necessary for certification in CPR and First Aid and PMAB. / Work with families and other caregivers of children with developmental delay between birth and three years old. Conduct home and community visits for the purpose of developing Individualized Family Service Plans, providing motor therapy and/or consultation, and teaching developmental activities to families and staff. Work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

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Caseworker I
#1480
27,000/Annually
12.98/Hourly
Date Posted 7/6/07 / Center for Developmental Services
Waco
8 am to 5 pm /

Bachelor’s degree social work, psychology, or related field required.

Experience in a social service setting is preferred. Some travel included. Must be able to successfully participate, perform, and complete the skills necessary for CPR, First Aid and PMAB certification. Must be able to stoop, bend, push, pull, and lift up to 30 pounds. Must be able to successfully participate, perform, and complete the skills necessary for CPR, First Aid and PMAB certification. / Position requires interviewing and interacting with consumers, and if appropriate their families, friends and other community connections to develop a plan that focuses on individually desired outcomes. Must assist consumers in identifying needs and accessing services and other supports to address those needs. Evaluate the delivery of services on a regular basis. Establish guidelines regarding requires documentation. Must have reliable transportation.
Program Manager, Authority Services
#3046
41,975/Annually
1,614.42/Bi-Weekly
Date Posted 6/8/07 / Center for Developmental Services
Waco
8 am to 5 pm
M - F /

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate related field, and at least five (5) years in a social services agency, three (3) years of which must be in a supervisory position. Additional education may be substituted for social service or supervisory experience on a year-to-year basis, up to four (4) years.

Maintain and implement procedures for and requirements for Promoting Independence, Permanency Planning and other contract activities, including ICF, HCS and Texas Home Living program enrollment. Directly supervise Texas Home Living and General Revenue Lead Service Coordinators/Supervisors.
Valid Texas drivers license and current and continued proof of auto liability insurance.
Some travel required. Must be able to perform skills necessary for CPR and PMAB certification. Must be able to stoop, bend, push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds. / Person in this position is responsible for the Mental Retardation Authority functions detailed in the General Revenue Contract between the Heart of Texas Region MHMR and the Department of Aging and Disabilities Services (DADS). Duties include supervision of intake, continuity of care (COC), permanency planning, waiver enrollment, interest list management and General Revenue and Texas Home Living service coordination functions. Position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to develop and maintain working relationships with employees of local and state-wide social service agencies, including FDADS, the StateSchool system, other large ICF facilities, and the private service provider network. Specific attention to organization, timeliness, accuracy and detail are essential.
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Habilitation Specialist
#1531
20,800/Annually
10.00/Hourly
Date Posted 8/31/07 / Center for Developmental Services
Waco
8 – 5 M - F / High school diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) year experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities. Valid drivers license and current and continued proof of auto liability insurance. Occasional lifting (up to 50 – 75 lbs.) Must be able to perform skills necessary for CPR and PMAB certification. Good daily attendance record is necessary. Must have ability to apply excellent verbal intervention as needed. / Must have advanced computer skills, organizational skills and able to communicate both verbally and in writing. Manage provider services such as scheduling, documentation, writing action plans, and monitoring training. Have and maintain a level of health that permits job duties.

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Therapist Tech
#3108
12,550/Annually
8.04/Hourly
Date Posted 7/17/07 / West Ward
Waco
30 Hours per week/Hours may vary
3 pm to 9 pm
Mon thru Fri / High school diploma or equivalent.
Six months previous full time employment experience. Valid drivers license and current and continued proof of auto liability insurance. Good driving record and the ability to drive a 12 – 15 passenger van. Occasional lifting (up to 50 – 75 lbs.) Must be able to perform skills necessary for CPR and PMAB certification. Good daily attendance record is necessary. Must have ability to apply excellent verbal intervention as needed. / Requires the individual have good oral and written skills. Provide training and supervision to individuals in an ICF/MR residential facility. Documenting and carrying out training in daily living skills. Basic reading and writing skills & knowledge of therapeutic activities. Sound judgment and strong decision making skills. Must be dependable. May work other shifts. Some administrative duties with minimal supervision.
Therapist Tech
#3127
16,733/Annually
8.04/Hourly
Date Posted 7/6/07 / Foster. Group Home
Marlin
11 PM to 11 AM Sat & Sun
7 AM to 3 PM
Wed & Thurs / High School Diploma or Equivalent
One (1) year experience working with Developmental Disabilities and one (1) year experience providing direct care/therapeutic services to people with disabilities. Occasional lifting (up to 50 – 75 lbs.) Must be able to perform skills necessary for CPR and PMAB certification. Good daily attendance record is necessary. Valid drivers license, good driving record and current and continued proof of auto liability insurance. / One year experience providing intensive direct care/therapeutic services to people physical disabilities, to include training and assisting in daily living skills, applying positioning techniques, preparing special diets, etc. Experience in planning, organizing, implementing social, recreational and leisure activities.
Therapist Tech
#1097
16,733/Annually
8.04/Hourly
Date Posted 6/15/07 / HCS Group Homes
Waco/Marlin
Schedule based on needs of various group homes. You must be able to work all shifts, including overnight and weekend. / High school diploma or equivalent.
One (1) year experience working with Developmental Disabilities and one (1) year experience providing direct care/therapeutic services to people with disabilities. Occasional lifting (up to 50 – 75 lbs.) Must be able to perform skills necessary for CPR and PMAB certification. Good daily attendance record is necessary. Valid drivers license, good driving record and current and continued proof of auto liability insurance. / Person hired in this position will provide direct care to individuals in four-bed residential homes. Applicant hired must be flexible to work all shifts when needed. Work a 40-hour work schedule weekly. Includes training and assisting in daily living skills, assisting in meal preparation and special diets, providing various levels of assistance in completing basic personal hygiene tasks, and medication monitoring.
Therapist Tech
#1141
8,367/Annually
8.04/Hourly
Date Posted 6/8/07 / North 39th St.
Waco
20 Hours per week/Hours may vary
9 am to 7 pm
Sat & Sun / High school diploma or equivalent.
Six months previous full time employment experience. Valid drivers license and current and continued proof of auto liability insurance. Good driving record and the ability to drive a 12 – 15 passenger van. Occasional lifting (up to 50 – 75 lbs.) Must be able to perform skills necessary for CPR and PMAB certification. Good daily attendance record is necessary. Must have ability to apply excellent verbal intervention as needed. / Requires the individual have good oral and written skills. Provide training and supervision to individuals in an ICF/MR residential facility. Documenting and carrying out training in daily living skills. Basic reading and writing skills & knowledge of therapeutic activities. Sound judgment and strong decision making skills. Must be dependable. May work other shifts. Some administrative duties with minimal supervision.

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Therapist Tech
#3057
16,733/Annually
8.04/Hourly
Date Posted 5/29/07 / Foster GH
Marlin
11 pm Fri thru
11 am Sat and
11 pm Sat thru
11 am Sun
7 am to 3 pm
Mon & Tues / High School Diploma or Equivalent
One (1) year experience working with Developmental Disabilities and one (1) year experience providing direct care/therapeutic services to people with disabilities. Have and maintain a level of general health. Ability to perform skills for certification in CPR and PMAB. Have a valid drivers license and current and continued proof of auto liability insurance. Stooping, bending, transferring and lifting up to 50 - 75 lbs. / Experience includes training and assisting in daily livings skills, assisting in meal preparation and preparing special diets, providing various levels of assistance in completing basic personal hygiene tasks, and medication monitoring. Experience planning, organizing and implementing social, recreational and leisure activities for individuals or small groups. Good verbal skills and basic reading and writing skills.
Therapist Tech
#0879
16,733/Annually
8.04/Hourly
Date Posted 5/8/07 / HCS Alternate
Resident Residence
Waco
12 am to 8 am
Tues – Sat / High School Diploma or Equivalent
Have and maintain a level of general health. Ability to perform skills for certification in CPR and PMAB. Must be certified in Defensive Driving or possess a current Defensive Driving certificate. Stooping, bending, transferring and lifting up to 100 lbs. / Opportunity works with individuals with developmental delays in all areas of daily living skills and community involvement. Good oral and written communication skills. Basic reading and writing skills. Work as a team member in all areas of planning and assisting individuals in obtaining their individual goals.
Therapist Tech
#3032
16,733/Annually
8.04/Hourly
Date Posted 5/8/07 / Mexia Office
Mexia
8 am to 5 pm
M - F / High School Diploma or Equivalent
One-year experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities. Have and maintain a level of general health, which permits job duties, such as stooping, bending, transferring consumer from wheelchair to bed, and lifting up to 50 – 75 lbs. Required. Able to perform skills necessary for certification in CPR and First Aid and PMAB. . / One year experience providing intensive direct care/therapeutic services to people physical disabilities, to include training and assisting in daily living skills, applying positioning techniques, preparing special diets, etc. Experience in planning, organizing, implementing social, recreational and leisure activities.
Therapist Tech
#1132
16,733/Annually
8.04/Hourly
Date Posted 5/8/07 / West Ward Group Home
Waco
11 pm to 7 am
Sun thru Fri / High School Diploma or Equivalent
Six months previous full time employment experience. Valid drivers license and current and continued proof of auto liability insurance. Good driving record and the ability to drive a 12 – 15 passenger van. Occasional lifting (up to 50 – 75 lbs.) Must be able to perform skills necessary for CPR and PMAB certification. Good daily attendance record is necessary. Must have ability to apply excellent / Requires the individual have good oral and written skills. Provide training and supervision to individuals in an ICF/MR residential facility. Documenting and carrying out training in daily living skills. Basic reading and writing skills & knowledge of therapeutic activities. Sound judgment and strong decision making skills. Must be dependable. May work other shifts. Some administrative duties with minimal supervision.
Therapist Tech
#3020
16,733/Annually
8.04/Hourly
Date Posted 2/28/07 / Jane GH
Groesbeck
4 pm to 12am
M - F / High School Diploma or Equivalent
Six months full time employment such as direct care in mental retardation, occupational therapist assistant, psychological assistant, self-help trainer, re-vocational skills training, caseworker or. Preference to those within the field of mental retardation Able to bend, sit, stoop, and lift up to 50 – 75 pounds. Able to perform skills necessary for certification in CPR and First Aid and PMAB. / Work with individuals with developmental delays in all areas of daily living skills and community involvement. May entail grocery shopping for the clients, aiding the clients in washing cloths, and helping to prepare their meals. Good oral and written skills. Communicate effectively with all and be a team member.

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General Description
Therapist Tech PRN
#3107
$10/Hourly PRN
Date Posted
6/20/05 / Mexia, Teague Groesbeck
Varied / High School Diploma or Equivalent
Six months full time employment such as direct care in mental retardation, occupational therapist assistant, psychological assistant, self-help trainer, re-vocational skills training, caseworker or homemaker. Preference to those who have experience within the field of mental retardation. Must be able to bend, sit, stoop, and lift up to 50 – 75 pounds. Must be able to perform skills necessary for certification in CPR and First Aid and PMAB. / Must have basic skills and knowledge of therapeutic activities. Communicate effectively with consumers. Be dependable with reliable transportation. Daily travel required. Preference given to those who have experience working within the field of mental retardation

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