IDD Intake Coordinator
The position serves as an IDD Intake Coordinator for all eight counties—Bastrop, Burnet, Lee, Fayette, Gonzales, Caldwell, Guadalupe, and Williamson. The Coordinator is the primary point of entry for publicly funded intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) programs, enrolling eligible individuals into the following Medicaid/GR programs:
- ICF/IID
- Community First Choice (CFC)
- GR Community Services
- Autism Services
Key Responsibilities
- Assess individuals based on the Person-Centered Thinking model, develop service plans, and facilitate service linkages.
- Provide crisis intervention/prevention supports and advocate for service needs.
- Complete eligibility screenings for ICF/MR, CFC, Autism, and GR funding streams.
- Refer individuals to generic resources, assist with admissions to GR, and coordinate services with ICF/MR and CFC agencies.
- Maintain accurate documentation and monitor effectiveness of services.
- Collaborate with families, agencies, and cross‑agency meetings to bridge service gaps.
- Work independently with minimal supervision, using initiative and professional judgment.
Qualifications
- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, nursing, counseling, or a related field.
- Valid Texas driver’s license and maintained driver’s status throughout employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least one year of case management or service coordination experience with individuals diagnosed with Intellectual or Developmental Disability.
- Knowledge of community resources and Medicaid Waiver programs.
- Familiarity with the SmartCare program.
- Bilingual proficiency is advantageous.
Differential Details
- Up to $4.00/hour – Tenure with BTCS
- $0.75/hour – Bilingual
- $1.00/hour – LCSW-A, LPC-A
- $0.50/hour – LCDC Licensure
Location: Remote with occasional in‑person visits in the eight counties; some travel may be required.
Hourly Salary Range: $21.46 – $27.71 per hour.