Blind Children Specialist I

3 weeks ago

San Antonio, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time
Job Description:
Blind Children Specialist I
The Blind Children’s Specialist I is hired by and reports to the Field Supervisor. The Blind Children’s Specialist I performs entry level work and is responsible for providing services to children who are blind and visually impaired children and their families through direct skills trainings, parent education and case management to promote the child’s self sufficiency and foster vocational discovery and development. Employees in this class provide direct services and caseload management in a designated territory and partner with community and educational partners to ensure each child reaches their individual goals.

Work at this level is performed under general supervision and substantial mentoring with some latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees in this class may provide training and mentoring to other specialists. Performs related work as directed or other duties as assigned.
Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Task 1: Implementing and documenting quality BCVDDP services to children and families (35%)

• Standards:

-Coordinates the development and implementation of Family Service Plans.

All children on caseload will have an Initial Assessment completed for their case.

All children on caseload will receive 1 Annual Assessment per year.

Implements planned services and monitors progress through ongoing communication with child, family and external service providers throughout the life of the case.

Promotes the concept of employment and future independence and success for children who are blind or visually impaired within BCVDDP service.

Ensure adaptive aids, devices and assessed services are provided in accordance with BCVDDP policy.

-Completes documentation of services in the electronic system within the month the service occurs.

Meets minimum standard of 45 Service Contact Requirement (SCR) per month unless in probationary period.

Meets minimum standard of SCR contacts per fiscal year unless in probationary period.

All children on caseload will receive 8 contacts per year with at least 1 contact occurring in every quarter of the fiscal year.

Task 2: Provides high quality BCVDDP Direct Skills Training services to children, families, external partners and BCP staff. (30%)

• Standard:

-Internal Trainings

Assesses, plans and provides Direct Skills training activities to 75% of active status children/families

per year to meet child’s individual goals.

-External Partners

Participates in 1 outreach, training or community activity per year.

• Maintains required contact and collaborates with area ECI, LEAs, ESCs, TWC, medical providers, and other appropriate referral sources

-Utilizes other resources as appropriate.

Task 3: Maintains compliance with BCVDDP Program Policy, Procedures and Quality Assurance.

(25%)

• Standards:

-Quality Assurance

Meets all quality assurance indicators during probationary period such as completion of field observations, case reviews, staffings and OJT.

Meets quality assurance standard of an overall case review performance of 80% or higher. Knowledge Skills Abilities:
List the knowledge, skills, and abilities critical to performance in this position:

Working knowledge of child growth and development.

Working knowledge of the psychological, social, pre-vocational issues faced by blind or visually impaired.

Working knowledge of counseling techniques as applied to children with disabilities.

Working knowledge of resources applicable to children with visual disabilities.

Working knowledge of caseload management by objectives.

Working knowledge of report and record maintenance principles and practices.

Skill in using personal computer and familiarity with Windows environment and Microsoft Office software.

Skill in assessing and providing appropriate counseling, guidance and other assistance in connection with the established program plan.

Ability to formulate an individual program plan with the child and family based on diagnostic and evaluative data.

Ability to clearly express ideas, instructions, and reports orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, departmental staff, agency staff, and the outside agencies with which the position interacts.

Ability to plan, organize and review essential functions for efficient results.

Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; calculate decimals and percentages; interpret graphs

  • Access Technology Specialist

    24 hours ago

    San Francisco, United States LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired Full time

    **POSITION**:Access Technology Specialist **REPORTS TO**:Director of Access Technology **STATUS**: Full-Time, Exempt **JOB CLASSIFICATION**:Specialist II **UNION ELIGIBLE**:Yes **WORK ARRANGEMENT**: Hybrid (3 days/week in office) **LOCATION**: San Francisco, California **SALARY RANGE**: $65,000-$80,000 **APPLICATION DEADLINE**: Open Until...

  • Child Life Specialist I

    2 weeks ago

    San Antonio, United States CHRISTUS Health Full time

    Job Description Summary: Under the general supervision of the Manager of Child Life/Child Development, interacts with patients and families, evaluates their development skills and psychosocial needs and provides them with a variety of appropriate and purposeful medical play and developmental experiences that will elevate their quality of life during health...

  • Child Life Specialist

    19 hours ago

    San Antonio, United States HCA Healthcare Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as a(an) Child Life Specialist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist Childrens Hospital which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, Methodist Healthcare.BenefitsMethodist Childrens Hospital, offers a total rewards...

  • Children's Resource PRN Nurse

    1 day ago

    San Antonio, United States Methodist Hospital Full time

    Description IntroductionMethodist Hospital is committed to investing in the latest technology enabling nurses to work more efficiently. Are you passionate about delivering patient-centered care? Submit your application for Children's Resource PRN Nurse position and spend more time at the bedside with the patient.BenefitsMethodist Hospital, offers a total...

  • Housekeeper I

    4 weeks ago

    San Antonio, United States St. Mary's University Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionProvides a clean, healthful and safe environment throughout the campus.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs custodial maintenance of buildings to include cleaning, sweeping, mopping, dusting, shampoo carpets, waxing, polishing, and scrubbing tile, floors, stairways, hallways, restrooms, offices, common areas and...

  • Maintenance Specialist I

    5 days ago

    San Antonio, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time

    Job Description: Are you ready to be professionally challenged? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team of engaged and committed professionals? Then the Health and Specialty Care System (HSCS) may be just the place for you! The HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals located throughout the state, and one youth residential psychiatric center...

  • Children's Resource PRN Nurse

    19 hours ago

    San Antonio, United States HCA Healthcare Full time

    Description IntroductionMethodist Hospital is committed to investing in the latest technology enabling nurses to work more efficiently. Are you passionate about delivering patient-centered care? Submit your application for Childrens Resource PRN Nurse position and spend more time at the bedside with the patient.BenefitsMethodist Hospital, offers a total...

  • Contract Specialist

    3 days ago

    San Antonio, United States Abacus Technology Full time

    Abacus Technology is seeking a Contract Specialist to provide procurement support for the Command, Control, Communication, Intelligence and Networks (C 3 I&N) Directorate at Lackland AFB. This is a full-time position. Responsibilities Support price/c Contract, Specialist, Technology, Business Services, Support

  • Network Specialist I

    4 weeks ago

    San Antonio, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time

    Job Description: The Network Specialist I will perform moderately complex (journey-level) computer systems support work and installations. This work involves providing excellent customer support for agency information technology systems and operating automated office equipment in a stand-alone, network, or cloud environment. On occasion will be required...

  • Payroll Specialist I

    2 days ago

    San Antonio, United States Ambassador Theatre Group Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPOSITION: Payroll Specialist I LOCATION: San Antonio, Texas HOURS: Full time. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.COMPENSATION: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour -based on experience BENEFITS: 401K, Medical, Dental, and Vision, Employee Assistance Program-EFFECTIVE DAY 1 OF EMPLOYMENT Hire Date:...

  • Child Life Specialist

    2 days ago

    San Antonio, Texas, United States HCA Healthcare Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as a(an) Child Life Specialist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist Childrens Hospital which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, Methodist Healthcare.BenefitsMethodist Childrens Hospital, offers a total rewards...

  • Youth Behavioral Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    San Antonio, United States New Beginnings Children's Home Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionNew Beginnings Children's Home, a residential facility for abused, abandoned, and neglected children, is looking for caregivers (staff). Youth Behavioral Specialist will be responsible for the following:Supervise abused, abandoned, and neglected children in CPS care, manage behaviors, meal preparation, each and role model...

  • Youth Behavioral Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    San Antonio, United States New Beginnings Children's Home Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionNew Beginnings Children's Home, a residential facility for abused, abandoned, and neglected children, is looking for caregivers (staff). Youth Behavioral Specialist will be responsible for the following:Supervise abused, abandoned, and neglected children in CPS care, manage behaviors, meal preparation, each and role model...

  • Deposit Operations Specialist I

    1 week ago

    San Antonio, United States The Bank of San Antonio Full time

    Job Type Full-timeDescriptionThe Deposit Operations Specialist I position is responsible for providing superior and quality service and support while providing efficient and accurate transaction processing. Performs research on outages to aide in the various balancing tasks, completes records and maintains files. Work also includes performing related...

  • Office Specialist I

    5 hours ago

    San Bernardino, United States San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools Full time

    May 17, 2024 Job Posting #8221.00 SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS 601 North E Street **San Bernardino, CA 92415-0015 ** Ted Alejandre, County Superintendent OFFICE SPECIALIST I SALARY: $4,178.00 to $5,095.00 Monthly (Range 68) $750 New Hire Incentive (One-time payment, upon completion of six-month probation, if start date is 6/30/2024...

  • Human Resources Business Partner

    7 days ago

    San Francisco, United States LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired Full time

    **POSITION**:Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)/Payroll Liaison **REPORTS TO**:Vice President, People & Culture **STATUS**: Full-Time, Exempt **JOB CLASSIFICATION**:Specialist II **UNION ELIGIBLE**:No **WORK ARRANGEMENT**: Hybrid (3 day/wk in office) **REPORTING LOCATION**: San Francisco, CA **SALARY RANGE**: $85,000-$134,984 **APPLICATION...

  • CPS CVS Supervisor I

    4 weeks ago

    San Antonio, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time

    Job Description: CPS CVS Supervisor I The position supervises a unit of caseworkers and clerical staff responsible for providing child protective services. The position oversees the unit in accordance with Child Protective Services Handbook, Title III of the Texas Family Code and Minimum Standards of child placing agencies. The position interacts...

  • Children's Resource PRN Nurse

    1 day ago

    San Antonio, TX, 78229, Bexar County, TX, United States Methodist Hospital Part time

    Description IntroductionMethodist Hospital is committed to investing in the latest technology enabling nurses to work more efficiently. Are you passionate about delivering patient-centered care? Submit your application for Children's Resource PRN Nurse position and spend more time at the bedside with the patient.BenefitsMethodist Hospital, offers a...

  • Deposit Operations Specialist I

    5 days ago

    San Antonio, United States The Bank of San Antonio Full time

    Job Type Full-time Description The Deposit Operations Specialist I position is responsible for providing superior and quality service and support while providing efficient and accurate transaction processing. Performs research on outages to aide in the various balancing tasks, completes records and maintains files. Work also includes performing related...

  • Deposit Services Support Specialist I

    1 day ago

    San Antonio, United States Broadway Bank Full time

    This position is responsible for multiple duties in the Deposit Services area of the Deposit Operations Department, which requires cross-training and job rotation within the area. This position is responsible for conducting research and making adjust Support Specialist, Deposit, Support, Specialist, Operations, Teller, Retail