(1513) IDD Continuity of Care

The position provides continuity of care and intake/access coordination serving persons in Williamson, Burnet, Bastrop, Lee, Fayette, Gonzales, Caldwell, and Guadalupe Counties. IDD Continuity of Care provides care to persons of all ages with IDD or a related condition who are currently or imminently transitioning to or from institutional care or Intermediate Care facility (ICF). This care is provided to increase stability and decrease recidivism during such transitions. ICF placement coordination and authorization includes the Permanency Planning for individuals under age 22 at either SSLC or ICF. May provide support and discharge planning for persons in state hospitals or SSLCs. Duties include providing coordination services to any persons living within the service area, during which transition plans are made to assure that ongoing service needs continue to be addressed through related programs/funding streams. Local travel within the eight county region is required to meet with individuals and their families in the community. Interaction with others is necessary on a daily basis.

The ability to work with families, various agencies and interagency personnel to accomplish objectives and the ability to work with families and is critical. The purpose of the position is to empower individuals to achieve life goals and to live effectively within their families and/or communities. Continuity of Care Coordinator will work with individuals who are seeking IDD Services and/or Autism Services. The coordinator will participate in interagency planning and CRCG meetings to assist in bridging gaps in services and avoid duplication in services in the communities where individuals receive services.

The Continuity of Care Coordinator will provide intake services to previously identified children and adults with Autism, Developmental or Intellectual disabilities based on the Person-Centered Thinking model through assessment of needs, development of service plans, facilitating service linkages and monitoring for their effectiveness, provision of crisis intervention/prevention supports and the delivery of advocacy services. Intake duties relate to completing eligibility screenings for various funding streams (ICF, CFC, Autism and GR), from multiple referring agencies and individuals, referrals to generic resources, admissions to GR, referrals to ICF and CFC services, Autism services and crisis intake support and intervention.

Duties also include gathering supporting documents, completing the developmental history, and submitting information to have the individual scheduled for a Determination of Intellectual Disability (DID). IDD Crisis Intake coordination requires frequent use of initiative and independent judgment; sensitivity to various cultural differences; assertive, professional intervention; frequent in person, long-term contact with individuals, families and service providers and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Job responsibilities require traveling within the service area and flexible hours and schedule. Job responsibilities are conducted in accordance with HHS Principles and Medicaid requirements.

Location: TBD; Hybrid work

Salary: $20.46 – $29.71/hr

*Range of salary subject to applicable differentials listed below*

Applicable Differentials:

$0.75/hr Bilingual

$1.00/hr Human Services Bachelor’s degree

$1.00/hr Human Services Master’s degree

Up to $4.00/hr – tenure with BTCS

$1.00/hour – Advanced Licensure

$0.50/hour – LCDC

Why join our team?

BTCS Values our team members and believes it is important to reward and compensate our team members for their contribution to our success. BTCS offers competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package and generous leave accruals.

Medical Insurance: Through BlueCross Blue Shield, we offer comprehensive medical coverage for you and your eligible dependents with access to network and non-network health care providers. Coverage for employees and eligible dependents begins on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.

Dental Insurance: Through Dental Select, we offer two coverage plans for dental care, to include preventative, basic and major services. Coverage for employees and eligible dependents begins on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.

Vision Insurance: Through BlueCross BlueShield, we offer vision coverage to include discounts on everyday vision needs, such as eye exams and glasses and/ or contacts. Coverage for employees and eligible dependents begins on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.

Prescription Plan: Through BlueCross BlueShield, we offer discounts on generic, preferred or brand-name drugs as well as non-preferred drugs at pharmacies or through a convenient home delivery program. Coverage for employees and eligible dependents begins on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.

Flexible Spending Accounts: Optional pre-tax contributions for medical reimbursement and dependent care plans.

Retirement Plans:

401A: Through this governmental plan, we offer a 7% match to employee contributions.

457/403(b): Through these governmental plans, employees may contribute pre-tax earnings for retirement. Employees may participate on the first day of employment.

Sponsored Insurance:

Life Insurance: Through Dearborn National, we offer basic life insurance of $5,000. Optional supplemental coverage, as well as spouse and eligible dependent policies, are available to purchase.

Long Term Disability/ Accident/ Critical Illness Insurance: Through Dearborn National we offer optional insurance coverages at a competitive rate. Coverage for employees and eligible dependents begins on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.

Family and Medical Leave: Job protection to provide care related to a child’s birth or adoption, or for yourself or a family member’s serious health condition.

Employee Assistance Program: Through Alliance Worksite Solutions, we offer a no cost, confidential employee assistance program as a resource to resolve personal, family, financial and legal problems for employees and their dependents.

Professional Development: Joining Bluebonnet Trails is about joining a culture of inclusiveness, collaboration, trust, and the invitation and expectation to have a voice. Bluebonnet offers employees the opportunity to participate in professional development that is skill based and offers continuing education courses to enhance knowledge and performance via online courses and instructor led webinars.

Additional Perks:
– Employee Referral Awards
– Licensure Supervision
– Licensure Renewal Fee Reimbursement
– Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs
– Educational Leave
– Competitive Pay Differentials for Applicable Positions