The Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability Authority (LIDDA) Division of StarCare is in search of qualified, compassionate Service Coordinators seeking to make a difference in the lives of people.
Working at StarCare provides employees with the unique opportunity of helping people with disabilities live their best lives by ensuring self-determination and the opportunity to live, thrive and be valued members of our community. Responsibilities of LIDDA Service Coordinators include:
- Provide assessment, service planning, coordination, and monitoring of services for people on assigned caseload.
- Conduct activities through face-to-face and telephone contacts with individuals, providers, family members/legal guardians.
- Assist people on assigned caseload to establish and/or maintain eligibility for services.
- Promote Person Centered Thinking and self-determination by educating individuals about rights, options, and choice.
- Complete and submit all required program documentation in accordance with the Local IDD Authority (LIDDA) Department’s designated timeframes.
- Ensure all activities support and promote StarCare's culture of hope and health.
Schedule: Full-time, non-exempt positions scheduled Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm with flexibility to meet the needs of the program.
Compensation: $20.30/hour
Benefit Package:
StarCare offers an expansive benefit package including but not limited to: Company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, paid hospital indemnity plan, retirement plan with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations.
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university, required.
- Major in a Human Services or related field (Sociology, Psychology, Family Studies, etc.), preferred.
- One (1) year of full-time experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, preferred.
Additional Requirements:
- This position requires strong, detailed oriented writing skills.
- Must possess strong organizational skills, communication skills, and compassionate patience when interacting with individuals on caseload.
- Knowledge and skill in operating personal computer with Microsoft Office products are required.
- Position requires frequent travel within the service delivery area using personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement provided at the Agency’s approved rate.
- Must have current Texas driver’s license, liability car insurance, and be insurable under the Agency insurance.
- Center laptop computer and cell phone are provided.
- Must pass a pre-hire drug screen and criminal background check.
- Must want to ensure all people have the opportunity to live their BEST lives
