Direct Support Professional

Overview

The Crisis Hotline is the first contact and representation of Integral Care by phone to the public, clients, community, and providers. Calls, texts, and chats coming into Integral Care's main crisis number and 988 National Suicide Crisis Lifeline are answered by Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHPs) 24/7, including holidays.

The direct support professional will provide support to the Practice Manager to ensure continuity of operations within the unit. This will include coordinating with new hires, managing multiple reports, managing inventory, and working closely with all supervisors to support the team. This position works closely with a multitude of community partners, including but not limited to APD, TCSO, medical facilities, and schools.

These duties are performed under the supervision of an LPHA. Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position. Other duties may be assigned. May require a flexible work schedule. Integral Care employees are to strive to maintain a trauma sensitive workplace, to embrace trauma sensitive and informed practices, and to foster a supportive and welcoming environment of care.

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Required: Graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree with a major specialization in Human/Behavioral/Social Services or related field. Master's degree preferred.

Licenses

• Current and valid Driver's License and a clean driving record.

Experience

Preferred:

• 1 year working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (and other disorders specific to the units' population).
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Workdays: Monday - Friday

Workhours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Salary: $21.66 an hour.

Integral Care has proudly served Travis County residents for the past 50 years. As the largest provider of behavioral health services in Travis County, we are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder, and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

By joining our team, you will find rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us, and together we can help improve the quality of life for the people we serve. Imagine your career at Integral Care!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Generous vacation/holiday/sick leave
• Life and Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement account
• Gold's gym membership discount
• Mileage reimbursement