MHMR Center of Nueces County

The following requirements must be followed. 1) Use black ink or type. 2) List all education, diplomas, certifications and/or licenses. 3) Copies of diplomas, transcripts, and/or professional licensures should be attached to each application for any position requiring a licensure or degree, or if you wish to use college courses for substitution and the position allows this. 4) Employment history for the last ten years should include names and mailing addresses of employers, dates of employment, specific job duties, and reason for separation. 5) Applicants whose job experience or educational background meets the job qualifications will be considered for interview. Job interviews will be awarded based on overall job qualifications. Not all applicants may be granted an interview. 6) In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required at time of hire.

All our positions are open from Wednesday to Wednesday at 12:00 Noon, unless noted otherwise. Please call (361) 886-6900 - Human Resources Dept. for information regarding current vacancies.

Your application MUST MEET ALL minimum qualifications in order to be referred to the vacancies of your choice.
Please see our web site: http://www.ncmhmr.org/ or call our 24-Hour Job Line (361) 886-6918
Employment and Promotion Opportunities as of November 19,2008


JOB TITLE: Registered Speech and Language Pathologist (CFY's will be considered )
PSS #: 3062
POSTED DATE: 9/10/2008
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
SALARY: $60,338.00
UNIT NAME: Infant Development Program/ECI (541)
QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Speech & Language Pathology from an accredited institution. Currently licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathology and Audio logy as a CCC-SLP. CFY-SLP will be considered with opportunity to work with program at $37,418.00. (Salary will be upgraded to $41,194.00 upon CCC-SLP licensure). Prefer: Knowledge of rehabilitation therapy principles and techniques. Experience planning and providing therapy to infants and toddlers. May supervise others.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Direct therapy services, assessments, home programs, staff and parent training. Participation in planning and development of treatment plans. Travel within Nueces County, flexible schedule.

JOB TITLE: Nutritionist II
PSS #: 2043
POSTED DATE: 7/19/2007
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
SALARY: $48,167.00
UNIT NAME: Infant Development Program/ECI (541)
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in food and nutrition. RD/LD certification or licensure in the state of Texas. 1-3 years working experience with pediatrics. Knowledge of Nutrition for children birth to 5 years. Reliable transportation with the appropriate insurance coverage. Current, valid Texas driver's license with good driving record.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Performs nutrition services work. Work involves planning, coordinating, and evaluating programs and services; investigating complaints and/or deficiencies. Will supervise and train others. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.


JOB TITLE: Nurse II
PSS #: 2009
POSTED DATE: 7/22/2008
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
SALARY: $42,423.00
UNIT NAME: ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) Program (226)
QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in nursing work. Graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in nursing or from an accredited nursing program. Must be registered as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas. Must have a valid Texas driving license with good driving record and reliable transportation with the appropriate insurance coverage. Prefer: Knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures; of health care laws and regulations; of medical diagnoses and procedures; of heath care laws and regulations; of medical diagnoses and procedures; of accepted medical treatment programs; and of community health and nursing care principles, practices, and procedures. Ability to provide patient care, to prepare and maintain records, to explain public health law, to train others. Bilingual. Valid Texas Driver's License with good driving record. Experience in providing services in the community. Experience working with the chronically mentally ill.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for delivery of intensive support and rehabilitative training for assigned caseload; coordination of consumer's needs in order to maintain stability in the community and achieve independence; crisis prevention and intervention. Performs complex professional duties related to the evaluation, individualized program planning and instructional services necessary to assist persons who are disabled. Under general supervision, identifies clients' habilitation or rehabilitation to the needs outlined in the client evaluations, which assist the clients in attaining their optimum levels of independence. Teaches consumers the skills needed to find and secure regular, integrated housing in the community.


JOB TITLE: Program Supervisor I for MR Training and Support Programs
PSS #: 3177
POSTED DATE: 11/18/2008
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
SALARY: $36,145.00
UNIT NAME: MR Services (305)
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a business or human service field, plus 1 year of supervisory experience in planning, organizing, directing, controlling, or coordinating activities in a program serving people with intellectual disabilities. Additional related work experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis with a maximum substitution of four (4) years. Prefer: Bilingual (Eng/Spanish), 2 years supervsiory experience. Good interpersonal communication skills. Knowledge of skills and vocational training Methodologies. Experience in developing and managing budgets and evaluating program activities.others. Works under limited direction with extensive latitude for the use of imitative and independent judgment.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Under supervision of the MR Service Director performs highly advanced and/or managerial administration work for Mental Retardation Service area. Responsible for administering the following services and programs; Respite, Community Training and Support, and non-CCAD Vocational Services. Work involves establishing program goals and objectives; developing program guidelines, procedures, policies, rules and regulations in compliance with JCAHO, Medicaid and other rules; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving program goals; evaluating program activities; developing and evaluating budget requests; and coordinating program activities. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of


JOB TITLE: Rehab Teacher III
PSS #: 2031
POSTED DATE: 11/17/2008
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
SALARY: $31,874.00
UNIT NAME: ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) Program (226)
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major in rehabilitation, psychology, sociology, social work, or a related field. Valid Texas driver's license. Reliable transportation and auto insurance. Good driving record. Preferred: Bilingual. 2 years experience working in psychiatric rehabilitation. 2 years experience working with chronically mentally ill. Experience in chemical dependency counseling work.in-person, long-term contact with individuals, family members, and service providers. Participates in scheduled rotation of night/weekend/holiday coverage to ensure all individuals receive 24-hour staff support. Job requires high level of clinical skill necessary for independent judgment. The job requires availability after hours, an automobile and extensive travel for community based service provision and flexible hours and schedule. Works closely with ACT Team members to coordinate program activities. Works closely as a team member with the self-directed ACT/Assertive Community Treatment Team to coordinate program activities for consumers in Nueces County. Works under clinical supervisor of ACT Team Psychiatrist and ACT Team Coordinator.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Works as a member of a self-contained program providing intensive treatment, rehabilitation, and support services, along with alcohol counseling services, to adult mental health consumers identified with severe and persistent mental illness authorized for ACT (SP 4 services). Services provided include intensive case management and alcohol counseling of high acuity consumers in accessing medical, social, educational, and other needed services. Nature of work requires frequent


JOB TITLE: Rehab Teacher II
PSS #: 379
POSTED DATE: 11/14/2008
CLOSING DATE: 11/21/2008
SALARY: $29,023.00
UNIT NAME: Super Nofa Program (221)
QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in social and rehabilitation services work or in teaching and counseling persons with disabilities. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in rehabilitation, psychology, sociology, social work, or a related field. Preferred: One year experience in MH rehabilitation or Social Work. Spanish speaking and computer literate.optimum levels of independent skills and vocational goals. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Performs moderately complex rehabilitation planning an instructional work for individuals in the HUD Continum of Care grant program, which works with homeless individuals who have a mental illness regain independence and self-sufficiency. Work involves identifying clients habilitation or rehabilitation needs and providing the necessary instruction in self-help or self-care and vocational skills to assist clients in attaining their


JOB TITLE: Rehab Therapist Tech I
PSS #: 555
POSTED DATE: 11/12/2008
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
SALARY: $18,052.00
UNIT NAME: Pathways (227)
QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience and education may substitute for one another. Experience in direct client care work. Current, valid Texas driver's license, good driving record. Must be able to complete the required training within 60 days from hire. Prefer: one-year experience working with population served. Associate in Mental Health or related area. Understanding of mental illness, crisis intervention and drug and alcohol addiction. Experience in reporting observed behaviors and documenting accordingly.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for providing direct care and treatment to MHMR consumers; including routine supervision of clients activities and behaviors, observing and reporting on these behaviors. Interacting with consumers in a therapeutic manner and providing rehabilitative training to consumers. Available to work all shifts, weekends and holidays.


JOB TITLE: Mental Retardation Aide
PSS #: 302
POSTED DATE: 11/18/2008
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
SALARY: $17,575.00
UNIT NAME: MR Respite Services (350/537)
QUALIFICATIONS: 8th grade education and ability to demonstrate compliance with documentation requirements. HS/GED is preferred. Able to read and write the English language, to communicate and relate well with people. Must have class C Texas driver's license with good driving record in order to transport clients in Center's vehicle. Prefer: One-year experience in direct care services. Experience in skills training with children and adults with mental retardation. Bilingual verbal and written communication skills. Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Provides skills training, supports and service to people based on individual needs and according to specific personal plan. Responsible for individual and small group training in a varied environments. The position trains, provides supports, observes, evaluates, and documents the person's progress and behaviors. Transports people as needed. Communicate with individuals and families to enhance learning and choice.


JOB TITLE: Mental Retardation Aide
PSS #: 326
POSTED DATE: 11/18/2008
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
SALARY: $17,575.00
UNIT NAME: Respite Services (350)
QUALIFICATIONS: 8th grade education and ability to demonstrate compliance with documentation requirements. HS/GED is preferred. Able to read and write the English language, to communicate and relate well with people. Must have Texas class C driver's license with good driving record in order to transport clients in Center's vehicle. Prefer: One-year experience in direct care services. Experience in skills training with children and adults with mental retardation. Bilingual verbal and written communication skills. Able work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Provides skills training, supports and services to peoples based on individuals needs and according to specific personal plan. Responsible for individual and small group training in varied environments at work, in homes, and in the community. The position trains, provides supports, observes, evaluates and documents the person's progress and behaviors. Transport people as needed. Communicate wit individuals and families to enhance learning and choice.


JOB TITLE: Clerk I
PSS #: 646
POSTED DATE: 7/10/2008
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
SALARY: $17,124.00
UNIT NAME: Infant Development Program (541)
QUALIFICATIONS: Familiarity with clerical operations. Graduation from accredited high school or GED is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Reliable transportation with the appropriate insurance coverage. Valid current driver's license with good driving record. Prefer: Two (2) years clerical experience. Knowledgeable in the use of computer software such as MS Office and Excel.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Performs routine clerical, record-keeping, or inventory/stock work in areas such as bookkeeping, inventory control, statistics, employment, human resources, and purchasing. Work involves general clerical functions to include compiling and tabulating data, checking documents for accuracy, transporting documents and maintaining files. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.


JOB TITLE: Rehab Teacher II/Temporary
PSS #: 3172
POSTED DATE: 11/6/2008
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
SALARY: $14.40
UNIT NAME: 452 (/Hour)
QUALIFICATIONS: Youth Servicesthe fields of psychology, counseling or social work. Preferred Bilingual, PC proficient in Windows and Microsoft applications. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Experience working with children who have mental or emotional disorders. One year of professional experience in social, behavioral or health services which includes duties as required in caseworker positions. Hourly temporary work from September 2008 to April 2009. Works M-T from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Performs moderately complex rehabilitation planning and instructional work for youth in the Community Youth Development Program. Provides skills training to youth who live in and or attend school in the 78415 zip code area. Provides prevention services that are directly linked to juvenile delinquency prevention. Work involves building leadership skills such as conflict resolution, negotiation, communication skills, goal sett, team building, and positive self-esteem and empowerment. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.


Driver's License/photo ID and Official College/University Transcripts are required with all applications