The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation

Residential Counselor - WRF

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:48:07 GMT

Title: Residential Counselor - WRF
Description:

Shifts: (Varies) 4:00pm - 12:00am; 8:00am - 8:00pm; 8:00pm - 8:00am

The Residential Counselor is responsible for efficiently coordinating the daily activities for the residents in a large household. Duties include, but are not limited to, instructing/training residents so that they can achieve maximum independence while emotional well being of each resident in his/her care. Ensures necessary documentation is accurate and complete within established timeframes. The Residential Counselor may also instruct Relief Counselors regarding weekend activities. Local travel and stressful situations may be encountered.

Required Experience: High School diploma or equivalent. One-year experience in teaching/training and supervising persons with developmental disabilities and/or mental retardation. CPR and SAMA upon hire and annually thereafter.
Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent.
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

Tiffany Riley (Add to Contacts)
(713) 525-8436

The Center

3550 West Dallas

Houston, Texas 77219-0564
US

Program Specialist - A.T.E.S. - 3 Positions

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:47:40 GMT

Title: Program Specialist - A.T.E.S. - 3 Positions
Description:

Shift: M - F 8:00am - 4:30pm

Responsibilities: Responsible for instructing and training adults with disabilities, primarily developmental disabilities, within a day program work center. Perform assessments, implements and documents individual program plans under the direction of service coordinators and monitors the safety and health needs of individuals.

Required Experience: Qualification: A high school diploma or GED. One year related experience working in a human service setting.
Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

Tiffany Riley (Add to Contacts)
(713) 525-8436

The Center

3550 West Dallas

Houston, Texas 77219-0564
US

Program Specialist - AAC - 3 Positions - M-F 8:00am - 4:30pm

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Title: Program Specialist - AAC - 3 Positions - M-F 8:00am - 4:30pm Description: Responsible for instructing and training adults with developmental disabilities in an Adult Activity setting. Performs assessments; implements and documents individual program plans under the direction of Service Coordinators; coordinates programming and activities with other staff, and monitors the overall safety and health needs of the assigned individuals. Uses materials as part of the daily activity/training program; generates developmental sequences; develops strategies for each objective and assumes complete responsibility for all training materials. Has responsibility for maintaining scheduled activities as written. Some local travel. Required Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. One year working with people of mental retardation, or in a related human services setting. CPR & SAMA certification upon hire and annually thereafter. Valid TX Driver’s License. Education Required: High...

Office/File Clerk - Admin. 8:00am - 4:30pm

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Title: Office/File Clerk - Admin. 8:00am - 4:30pm
Description:

The position is general accounting in nature and includes, but is not limited to, duties supporting all aspects of the accounting department banking system. Driving short distances in the Houston area for accounting business. Duties included but are not limited to Posting check request and deposits to Cillen, WRF, ICF/MR and Private passbook banking system, Daily mail processing, Process monthly reports for ICF/MR, Prepare annual fiscal year files and labels for accounting department, Post payments using Financial Edge, Filing Daily, perform all duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Minimum Qualification: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

Tiffany Riley (Add to Contacts)
(713) 525-8436

The Center

3550 West Dallas

Houston, Texas 77219-0564
US

Activity/Volunteer Coordinator

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Title: Activity/Volunteer Coordinator Description: The Activity Coordinator has the overall responsibility for developing, managing and coordinating resident activities, including the use of volunteers. This position assures appropriate activity programming and recreational activities for participants to develop and achieve their potential. Coordinates monthly activity schedules to ensure compliance as it relates to recreational, educational, and habilitation training activities for the benefit of the consumer. Local Travel required. Stressful situations may be encountered. Public Speaking and evening/weekend work is required. Required Experience: Associate degree from an accredited college or university, plus one year of full time experience working with the elderly or people with disabilities in a human service or medically related program; or 60 hours from an accredited college or university, plus two years of full time experience working with elderly or people with...

Environmentsl Technician - WRF 50 miles from Texas

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 21:54:48 GMT

Title: Environmentsl Technician - WRF 50 miles from Texas Description: Performs simple cleaning tasks in specific areas as directed by the supervisor in accordance with infection control standards in order to maintain buildings in a sanitary, safe, attractive and orderly manner. Duties include but are not limited to cleaning, and disinfecting areas such as bathrooms, vacuuming, dusting, mopping, sweeping, and trash removal. In addition Environmental Technicians are responsible for reporting equipment, facility, and safety problems observed on work assignments. Required Experience: High School Diploma or G.E.D. CPR required upon hire and annually thereafter. This Job Requires the Follow Skills: OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE: CATEGORY II Category II tasks involve occasional exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. Appropriate personal protective equipment is readily available to all employees who may be exposed to blood or bodily fluids Education Required: High School...

CMA (CRH)

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 21:48:51 GMT

Title: CMA (CRH) Description: This position is responsible for the administration of medications under supervision of nursing staff. Supervises residents who are trained to self-medicate. Assists with health checks, vital signs, patient weights, and activities of daily living. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, administration and charting of medication. Must be adaptable to change in assignments both in areas of priority setting and role change. May encounter stressful situations and a busy, fast-paced environment. Required Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Two years experience as CMA in a clinical setting. Certification as Medical Aided by the TX Department of Health. CPR and SAMA upon hire and annually thereafter. Education Required: Certification as Medical Aided by the TX Department of Health. Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time Contact info: Tiffany Riley (Add to Contacts) (713) 525-8436 ); document.write(triley);...

Program Specialist CRH

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 21:47:07 GMT

Title: Program Specialist CRH
Description:

Shift: 6:00am - 2:00am; 3:30pm - 12:00am

(includes interrelationships & workers supervised)
Assist individuals with developmental disabilities with personal hygiene, training programs as determined by the interdisciplinary team, and monitors safety and health needs of assigned individuals. Also insures that necessary documentation is accurate and complete within the designated time frame. May encounter stressful situations. Local travel may be required.

Required Experience: High school diploma or GED. One year in a residential setting which provides services to adults with developmental disabilities. Valid Texas Drivers License, CPR and SAMA certification upon hire, and renew annually thereafter.

Education Required: High school diploma or GED.
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

Tiffany Riley (Add to Contacts)
(713) 525-8436

The Center

3550 West Dallas

Houston, Texas 77219-0564
US

Residential Counselor (WRF)

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 21:46:37 GMT

Title: Residential Counselor (WRF)
Description:

Hands on work with adults with mental retardation in a residential setting to include assistance with daily hygiene, personal needs, leisure activities and helping them learn, master new goals and maintain skills. May help some with medication self-administration.

Required Experience:

Six months experience as a nursing assistant or home health aide.

Education Required: High School Diploma or GED
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time
Position reports to: Willow River Farms - 50 Milies W. of Houston

Contact info:

Dora Arredondo - H.R. Specialist (Add to Contacts)
(713) 525-8436

The Center

3550 West Dallas

Houston, Texas 77219-0564
US

LVN Supervisor

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 21:46:00 GMT

Title: LVN Supervisor Description: Shift: 6:00am - 2:00pm (includes interrelationships & workers supervised) To manage a small clinic in a residential facility. This position, while charged with specific functions as listed under principal responsibilities, will be required to participate in the overall operations of the Infirmary, including the usual expectations of a person trained as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. These duties may include, but are not limited to, accompanying residents to the doctor or hospital in the event of an emergency, reporting medication discrepancies and/or problems to the nursing supervisor, and a willingness to take direction and assignment charges when necessary. Responsible for providing basic nursing and health care needs of the residents. Requires responsibility for administering first aid, providing on-going medical treatments, nursing documentation and promotion of preventive health care. Attend resident’s ITM’s as required by floor assignment....