IDD Crisis Intervention Specialist

Shift: M-F 8am - 5pm; may requirea flexible work schedule; Assigned work hours may change as the needs of theagency and clients change Driving required : Y Travel required : Y Settings : office, field POSITION SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE: The IDD Crisis InterventionSpecialist supports individuals with intellectual and developmentaldisabilities (IDD) with significant behavioral and psychiatric challenges. This position provides therapeutic supportusing a flexible array of services to identity the stressors that result in challengingbehaviors. The Crisis InterventionSpecialist directs crisis response services including identifying individualswith 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 periodicmeetings. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OTHERQUALIFICATIONS: Education Required: Master's degree from accredited college oruniversity in social work, behavioral or related field.

Experience Required: At least 1 year experience with individualswith IDD. At least 1 year experience with behavior intervention and psychiatricchallenges. Registration, Certification, Licensure or other Qualifications Required: Must maintain a valid TexasDriver's license, auto liability insurance and a driving record acceptable toPermiaCare's insurance requirements. Required to pass criminal historyand background checks as well as pre-employment drug screen. Licensed Clinical Social Worker(LCSW) or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES: Respond and assess individual withIDD for danger to self or others, psychosis, or mental health deterioration. Develop treatment and supportplans 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 toincarceration. Develop trainings and educatefamilies 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 andTransition Support Team members to identify persons with IDD who are at risk ofrequiring crisis services, such as persons who exhibit repeated and severebehavior 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 supportperformance contract measures. Meet unit performance measures ortargets. Maintain assigned caseload. Coordinate appropriate services todesignated caseload. Enter accurate and appropriatedocumentation of services within timeframe required. Maintain confidentiality ofsensitive records and treatment information, client files and protected healthinformation in compliance with HIPAA, laws, rules and regulations, andestablished procedures. Maintain regular and reliablephysical on-site attendance. Regular attendance, dependability, and promptnessare required for the scheduled work day 100% of the time, to ensure consistencyand completeness of program's processes. Comply with the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation policy and reporting requirements. Adhere to the Code of Conduct andStandards of Behavior policy requirements. Establish and maintain effectivework relationships with individuals served and their families, supervisors, co-workers and visitors by demonstrating cooperative, courteous and respectfulbehavior at all times. Communicate regularly withsupervisor. Open and process mail/email in atimely manner. Answer phone, collect phonemessages and respond to requests timely and accurately. Maintain safe and clean workingenvironment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations. Perform all work functions andinteractions using a trauma informed approach. Display professionalism whenrepresenting PermiaCare and the program in the community. Maintain compliance with legalrequirements and company policies and procedures. Maintain valid and currentdriver's license, auto insurance, acceptable driving record and reliabletransportation at all times. Driving may be required for this position. Complete all training as assignedprior to due date. Other duties as assigned. MARGINAL DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES (these duties are not designated as essential for the purposesof ADA; they are still required duties): Fill in for other IDD staff asneeded. Attend CRCG as needed. Serve as a resource to staff andother departments. Provide translation, ifapplicable. Participate in team meeting orstaffings. Participate in communityactivities and/or attends community meetings as needed. Participate in workgroups andcommittees as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES ANDCOMPETENCIES: Knowledge of treatment andbehavior support plans and resources. Ability to research and createeducational training for staff and community. Good public speaking andpresentation skills. Ability to be resourceful inmeeting program demands. Knowledge of HIPAA and ability toprotect confidentiality. Effective multi-tasking skills. Good organizational skills. Welcoming, positive behavior. Ability to express self clearlyand effectively, orally and in writing. Effective time management skills. Exceptional customer serviceskills, including positive attitude. Cultural sensitivity. Dependable attendance andpunctuality. Knowledge of trauma informedtheories, principles and practices. Flexibility and adaptability todifferent work environments. Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Electronic Health Records (EHR). Reading and comprehending. Reasoning and analyzing. Ability to coordinate with variousinter-agency personnel. Ability to fulfill PMAB and CPR/FirstAid requirements. Ability to work independently. Good interpersonal skills, including ability to build rapport with individuals including co-workers. Ability to display comfort ininteracting with individuals of diverse cultural, ethnic and economicbackgrounds and with social service, healthcare, educational and criminaljustice organizations, as needed. Ability to acquire and utilize newskills as the job requires. Ability to work cooperatively andproductively with supervisor, individuals, co-workers, and groups of persons atall levels of activity, contributing to a spirit of teamwork. Ability to maintain highlyconfidential information. Ability to remain calm instressful situations. Ability to plan and schedule workand implement directives without constant supervision. Model professionalism byappropriate dress, language, ethics and work habits. Ability to drive personal and/orcompany vehicle. This position mayrequire travel to agency program sites, community and residential sites, and/orlocations outside the PermiaCare catchment area. This position may require transport of agencyindividuals and/or individuals served.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Abilities Required: Light Lifting, under 15 lbs Light Carrying, under 15 lbs Walking Standing Sitting Operating office equipment Operating motor vehicle Ability to see Identify colors Depth perception needed Hearing (with aid) Hearing (without aid) Ability to write Ability to count Ability to read Ability to tell time Other (specify): driving required. May require some travelafter hours and overnight. WORKSITE CONDITIONS: Travel Inside Working closely with others Working alone ADA Statement: Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EEO Statement: PermiaCare is committed to hiring andretaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal OpportunityEmployer, making decisions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, nationalorigin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected bystate or federal law. This job description is notdesigned to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties, activities orresponsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, activities and responsibilities maychange or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This jobdescription does not constitute an employment contract with PermiaCare. Employment is at-will. PM22 PIb83ba8fe637b-25448-41816370aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a