(3008) IDD Crisis Intake Coordinator

The position serves as the IDD Crisis Intake Coordinator serving all 8 counties in BTCS catchment. IDD Crisis Intake Coordinator serves as the point of entry for publicly funded intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) programs, whether the program is provided by a public or private entity. This position is responsible for enrolling eligible individuals, on an expedited timeframe, into the following Medicaid/GR programs:

• ICF/IID,

• Community First Choice (CFC);

• GR Community Services;

• Autism Services

The IDD Crisis Intake Coordinator provides services to 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/MR, CFC, Autism and General Revenue (GR)) from multiple referring agencies and individuals, referrals to generic resources, admissions to GR, referrals to ICF/MR and CFC services, Autism services and crisis intake support and intervention.

The ability to work with families and sensitivity to various agency and interagency personnel to accomplish objectives and the ability to work with families and sensitivity to various cultural differences is critical. The purpose of the position is to empower individuals served to achieve life goals and to live effectively within their families and/or communities. The IDD Crisis Intake Coordinator will work with individuals who are seeking IDD Services and/or Autism Services. This includes but is not limited to advocating and linking individuals interested in job readiness and/or employment activities through the Employment First project. The staff 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.

This position requires frequent use of initiative and independent judgment; assertive, professional intervention; frequent in person and/or telehealth services, long-term contact with individuals, families and service providers and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Job responsibilities requires flexible hours and schedule to meet the needs of families. Job responsibilities are conducted in accordance with HHSC Principles and Medicaid requirements.

Location: Remote within the service area; onsite work as needed.

Salary: $21.46 – $30.21/hr

Applicable Differentials:

Up to $2.00/hour – Prior experience at a community center in a similar position:

$1.00/hr – Master’s Degree in HS

$1.00/hr ‐ Advanced Licensure

$.75 – Bilingual/ASL

Up to $4.00/hour – Tenure with BTCS

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