105003
JOB TITLE
IDD Counselor (LPHA)
WAGE
$72,755 Annually
JOB STATUS
F-T
SHIFT
8:00 A.M. – 8.00 P.M
POSTING NUMBER
105003
HIRING PROGRAM
IDD
JOB LOCATION
Lytle CRU
BENEFITS
Full
POSTING DATE
07/31/24
CLOSING DATE
08/12/24 or until filled
A complete application is required for this position. Proof of education required upon request and requires a valid Texas driver’s license and acceptable driving record. YOU MUST SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT WITH YOUR APPLICATION.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position will provide counseling services to persons diagnosed with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and co-occurring mental illness. Counseling services will assist individuals in managing problematic behaviors, increase positive behaviors, and ultimately improve self-management skills and their quality of life. This position will focus on changing the thought patterns that lead to emotional and problematic behaviors by utilizing therapeutic techniques designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities. The IDD Counselor will seek to provide a safe space for individuals to express their emotions and navigate their mental health wellness around their intellectual disability challenges. Will offer a variety of counseling methods such as talk therapy, role playing, breathing exercises to help individuals manage their thoughts and feelings and learn to appropriately react to life events. Will provide monthly supervision for QMHPs providing mental health skills training. This position will be housed in Lytle, Texas and will be directly supervised by the Crisis Intervention & Eligibility Determination Director.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications to be eligible for the position:
educational psychology.
PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
OTHER SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Apply in person at: 19965 FM 3175 N., Lytle, Texas, or submit application and resume to:
Camino Real Community Services
ATTN: HRS
P.O. BOX 725, Lytle, TX. 78052
FAX: 830-772-4304
E-MAIL: hollyb@caminorealcs.org
PHONE: 210-357-0359 or 357-0300
IDD Counselor (LPHA)
WAGE
$72,755 Annually
JOB STATUS
F-T
SHIFT
8:00 A.M. – 8.00 P.M
POSTING NUMBER
105003
HIRING PROGRAM
IDD
JOB LOCATION
Lytle CRU
BENEFITS
Full
POSTING DATE
07/31/24
CLOSING DATE
08/12/24 or until filled
A complete application is required for this position. Proof of education required upon request and requires a valid Texas driver’s license and acceptable driving record. YOU MUST SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT WITH YOUR APPLICATION.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position will provide counseling services to persons diagnosed with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and co-occurring mental illness. Counseling services will assist individuals in managing problematic behaviors, increase positive behaviors, and ultimately improve self-management skills and their quality of life. This position will focus on changing the thought patterns that lead to emotional and problematic behaviors by utilizing therapeutic techniques designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities. The IDD Counselor will seek to provide a safe space for individuals to express their emotions and navigate their mental health wellness around their intellectual disability challenges. Will offer a variety of counseling methods such as talk therapy, role playing, breathing exercises to help individuals manage their thoughts and feelings and learn to appropriately react to life events. Will provide monthly supervision for QMHPs providing mental health skills training. This position will be housed in Lytle, Texas and will be directly supervised by the Crisis Intervention & Eligibility Determination Director.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications to be eligible for the position:
- Master’s degree (M.A.) from four-year accredited college or university with a major in a social, behavior, or human
educational psychology.
- Licensed as an LPC.
- Experience providing counseling services for at least one year.
PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of and ability to apply crisis intervention techniques.
- Prior experience with electronic reporting systems.
- Prior experience with providing counseling services to individuals diagnosed with IDD.
- Bilingual English/Spanish with demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish.
- Reside in the service area.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to complete documentation as required and reports accurately and timely.
- Ability to complete the required training.
- Skilled in customer relations with strong professional communication skills.
- Works well with co-workers and teams.
- Must possess good computer skills.
- Must have ability to work under conditions requiring physical stamina and ability to work in a stressful environment.
OTHER SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Apply in person at: 19965 FM 3175 N., Lytle, Texas, or submit application and resume to:
Camino Real Community Services
ATTN: HRS
P.O. BOX 725, Lytle, TX. 78052
FAX: 830-772-4304
E-MAIL: hollyb@caminorealcs.org
PHONE: 210-357-0359 or 357-0300