Health and Human Services Openings

6564-2-15812-58-0031

Provides basic needs counseling and problem-solving assistance or case management services for deaf clients. Makes appropriate referrals to other social service, education, and/or health agencies as needed. Serves as an advocate on behalf of client. Plans, organizes, and participates in special projects including outreach efforts, public speaking, and special activities for client. May provide short and long-term case management, crisis intervention and service coordination to ensure maximum self-sufficiency and non-institutional living. May provide short-term independent living skills assistance and training. May make home visits on an "as needed" basis for clients unable to come to the service site.
Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in one of the social or behavioral sciences AND two (2) years experience in social services related work;

OR,

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

*Valid Texas Driver's License

Preferred:

*Strongly Preferred Fluency in ASL

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, schedule changes periodically

Work site: To be Determined

CRIMINAL, EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

$16.23 - $20.29 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

Health & Human Services

Deadline

Until Filled

6510-2-15075-40-0030

Completes alcohol/drug and family violence assessments; refers to appropriate counseling/treatment/intervention for alcohol/drug and family violence needs. Staff cases, prepares screening reports and closing summaries for referring agencies. Performs case-management services including individual counseling sessions with caseload clients. Facilitates alcohol/drug psycho-educational classes.
Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioral Science or a directly related field AND two (2) years experience in substance abuse counseling, social services or criminal justice work.

OR

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

*Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC); OR,

Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.

*Valid Texas Driver's License

Preferred:

*Bilingual in English/Spanish

*Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and works occasional two (2) or three (3) evenings 12:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Work site: 5501 Airport Boulevard

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

$16.23 - $20.29 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

Counseling & Education Services

Deadline

Until Filled

6578-2-15075-40-0048

Assesses the substance abuse, psychological and environmental status of clients, delivery of cognitive materials and curriculums. Develops treatment, case management, data entry, record keeping and discharge plans. Coordinates referral to resources and services, and conducts educational and process counseling groups/individual. The program is a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy treatment model. Population is men at the Travis State Jail. Specific pre-release programs are substance abuse, family and marriage counseling, and anger management. Family and marriage counseling will also be provided for the spouses, families and children of the offenders both pre-release as well as post-release. Reports directly to the Social Services Program Manager at the Travis State Jail.
Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioral Science or a directly related field AND two (2) years experience in substance abuse counseling, social services or criminal justice work.

OR

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements :

*Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC); OR,

*Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.

*Valid Texas Driver's License

Preferred:

*Bilingual in English/Spanish

*LPC, LMSW or LMFT

Hours:

*8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and works some

*May be required to work a few evenings per month

Work site: 8101 FM 969, Travis State Jail

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

$16.23 - $20.29 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

Counseling & Education Services

Deadline

Until Filled

6061-2-15169-40-50034

Acts as instructor of DSHS certified classes: DWI, Drug, DWI Intervention (DIN), and Minor in Possession (MIP). Follows DSHS standards and provides accurate documentation on computer information updates.
Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social or behavioral science or related field AND two (2) years experience in counseling/social services or criminal justice work;

OR,

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

*Valid Texas Driver's License

Preferred:

*Master's degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences or a directly related field.

*Experience in crisis and trauma counseling may be preferred.

*Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

*Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC)

*Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

*Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

Hours: 20 hours per week and schedule varies to include some nights.

Work site: 5501 Airport Boulevard

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

$16.23 Hourly

Counseling & Education Services

Deadline

Until Filled

6348-3-15409-45-0609

Responds to patients medical needs; provides and/or arranges for treatment according to protocol and/or direction from authorized medical staff. Responds to and assesses certain categories of emergent patient illnesses and injuries. Provides direct health care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, monitoring of vital signs, and laboratory procedures. Documents patient's condition and maintains patient medical files and records; performs other administrative duties. May process patients into the facility by screening and evaluating their medical and mental histories.
Minimum Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing program AND one (1) year of Licensed Vocational Nursing experience.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

*Current license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas.

*Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification

If selected to be interviewed, an original, certified college transcript must be provided.

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and may vary

Work site: 2515 South Congress Avenue

PHYSICAL & PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAM REQUIRED

CRIMINAL EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

$16.23 - $20.29 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

Juvenile Probation / Administrative Services

Deadline

Until Filled

6575-5-10687-37-1336

Administers medications and/or provides treatments and assists with activities of daily living for inmates. Works under the clinical supervision of a Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse, Physician's Assistant, or Physician or Dentist. Administers routine proscribed medication to inmates. Monitors and documents inmate responses to administered medications. Takes and records vital signs, intake and output. Plans and evaluates care and records observations. Provides direct care to inmates including minor wound care, monitoring of vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, bathing, feeding, etc. Processes inmates into the jail by screening and obtaining medical, psychosocial and psychiatric information. Maintains inventory of medical supplies, including OTC/Prescription medications; maintains security control of these items. Initiates and maintains medical charts and records.
Minimum Requirements

High School diploma or G.E.D. AND six (6) months of Certified Nursing Assistant or Medication Aide experience;

OR,

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

*Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medication Aide in the State of Texas.

*Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish

Hours:

*8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and works some holiday, nights and weekends

*Position requires shift work

*Shifts vary depending on work location

Work site: Varies between

*Travis County Jail, downtown Austin

*Central Booking, downtown Austin and

*Travis County Correctional Complex, Del Valle

DRUG & ALCOHOL TEST REQUIRED

CRIMINAL, EDUCATION, CREDIT, EMPLOYMENT & DRIVING BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

$11.57 - $14.18 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

Sheriff's Office

Deadline

Until Filled

6443-3-15409-37-0105

Under clinical and administrative supervision, evaluates total health care needs of patients and develops plans to meet those needs. Provides or arranges for medical treatment for patients. May provide clinical supervision to Certified Nursing Assistants. Responds to patients medical needs; provides and/or arranges for treatment according to protocol and/or direction from authorized medical staff. Consults with clinical and administrative staff about patient heath care issues. Responds to and assesses certain categories of emergent patient illnesses and injuries. Provides direct health care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, monitoring of vital signs, and laboratory procedures. Assists other medical staff as needed. Practices safety, environmental and/or infection control methods. Documents patient's condition and maintains patient medical files and records. Performs other administrative and job related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing program AND one (1) year of Licensed Vocational Nursing experience.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

*Current license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas.

*Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish

Hours:

*8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and works some holidays, nights and weekends.

*Shift assignment will depend on availability at time of hire.

Work site: May vary between 501 West 11th Street (downtown Austin) and 6314 Bill Price Road (Del Valle, East Travis County) depending availability at time of hire.

All job applications for the Travis County Sheriff's Office must be picked up from and submitted to the Travis County Sheriff's Office located at 5555 Airport Boulevard.

DRUG & ALCOHOL TEST REQUIRED

CRIMINAL, EDUCATION, CREDIT, EMPLOYMENT & DRIVING BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

$16.23 - $20.29 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

Sheriff's Office

Deadline

Until Filled

6576-2-21472-37-1685

Evaluates health care needs and requirements of patients to develop plans of care to meet those needs. Coordinates the medical treatment and provides nursing care for patients. Provides clinical/administrative supervision for nursing staff and collaboration with other health care/non-health care staff on duty.
Minimum Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Registered Nursing program AND two (2) years of Registered Nursing experience, including one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.

License:

*Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas.

*Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish

Hours:

*8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and works some holiday, nights and weekends

*Hours will be be determined based on shift available at time of hiring.

Work site:

*Travis County Correctional Complex, Del Valle and/or

*Health Services Building, 3614 Bill Price Road, East Travis County

DRUG & ALCOHOL TEST REQUIRED

CRIMINAL, EDUCATION, CREDIT, EMPLOYMENT & DRIVING BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

$24.35 - $30.44 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

Sheriff's Office

Deadline

Until Filled