CENTRAL PLAINS CENTER·Plainview, Texas
The specialist provides behavioral support according to state rules governing local intellectual and developmental disabilities authorities and offers information about IDD programs and services to individuals and families. They also collaborate with teams to identify at-risk individuals requiring crisis services.
Do you want to work where you are valued and feel like you make an impact?
Do you enjoy working as part of a team?
If so, then please consider becoming part of the Central Plains Center family.
We offer: 1.
Flexible work hours 2.
Generous leave time and holidays 3.
100% health coverage for our employees 4.
Matching retirement 5.
Supportive work environment
Central Plains Center......"Our mission is to improve the quality of life for persons with mental illness, Intellectual Disabilities and chemical dependency, and their families, by providing accessible services and resources which support individual choices and promotes lives of dignity and independence."
Provides behavioral support contained in state rules governing role and responsibilities of a local intellectual and developmental disabilities authority
Provides information about IDD programs and services to individuals with IDD and their families and IDD programs in the local service area
Collaborates with appropriate staff and transition support team members to identify individuals with IDD in the local service areas who are at risk of requiring crisis services
Must provide education about the manner in which to engage the individuals with IDD and their unique needs to members and MCOT to increase the competency of the members, law enforcement and other as appropriate
Will maintain documentation and submit a quarterly report by the 15th day of the month following each fiscal quarter
Ensures proper billing practices are adhered to regarding direct reimbursable services and Medicaid Administration Claiming
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in a human services field along with a minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities who have mental health and behavior support needs. Additionally, one year of experience as a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) and a valid, insurable Texas driver's license are mandatory.
Market context
Behavioral-health openings in Texas often favor licensed clinicians because employers need candidates who can step into patient-facing care with minimal onboarding. Competition is shaped by the required master’s degree, Texas license, and preferred psychiatric experience, plus CPR and CPI certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your license type and highlight any psychiatric or crisis-care experience in your application.
