Service Coordinator Mentor

Brief Description

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD ("The Harris Center") is on the hunt for a dedicated Service Coordinator Mentor who is passionate about empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities. Under the general direction of the Program Director, the SC Mentor is responsible for mentoring service coordinators with performance of service coordination functions and activities. Functions and activities include but are not limited to; planning, training, providing consultation and problem solving, demonstrating, collaborative support, positive and non evaluative feedback, and emotional support. Position requires moderate to extensive travel to consumer homes and flexible scheduling.

Your Role In Action

• Orients service coordinators with specific service coordination job functions and activities on an ongoing basis.
• Assists service coordinators with solving work-related and other problems that interfere with his/her ability to provide effective and efficient services.
• Provides ongoing mentorship and support training sessions, in the field and in the office, as needed for each service coordinator.
• Develops and updates, on an as needed basis, mentorship training manuals that service coordinators will use as a guide.
• Assists with the time management and organization skills of each service coordinator to ensure they meet their benchmarks.
• Provides documentation of mentorship training on a weekly basis to the Program Director.
• Communicates feedback to Program Director regarding status of progress or concerns identified for each service coordinator.
• Complies with all safety, health, and training requirements
• Performs all other duties as assigned
  
  

What Qualifications You Will Need

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year accredited college or university with a major in a social, behavioral, or human service field, including but not limited to: psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human development, gerontology, educational psychology, education, and criminal justice.
  
  

OR

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year accredited college or university (see experience requirements below)
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years full-time experience in the human services field.
  
  

OR two (2) years experience working with persons with Intellectual and Developmental

Disabilities (if the bachelors degree is not in any of the focuses listed above).

• Minimum of two (2) years Service Coordination experience preferred.
  
  

Other Key Qualifications

• Must maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and be insurable under Agency policy.
• Must have reliable transportation.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Understanding of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and the aspects of the condition as it relates to the population served.
• Must posses effective written, verbal communication, and organizational skills. Must be able to motivate, train and coach others.
• Must be able to work autonomously in a fact paced environment.
• Effectively communicates and works with staff, consumers, family members, visitors and other fellow employees in a manner that demonstrates knowledge of cultural diversity.
  
  

What Else You Should Know

• Your Workweek: Monday through Friday, 8-5pm allowing for flexible scheduling
• Your workplace: Embrace the excitement of a field-based role at The Harris Center, offering you the chance to occasionally touch base at our Southwest location (9401 Southwest Freeway) in Houston, TX.
• The environment: This position does involve significant travel to consumer homes, offering the opportunity to meet and work with diverse individuals in their own environments.
• Your interactions: While you may occasionally encounter challenging situations or uncooperative individuals, we view these as opportunities to grow, learn, and adapt. This role will truly refine your skills in managing a broad spectrum of behaviors, ensuring every interaction is handled with professionalism and compassion.
• This posting is associated with position #9088
  
  

What We Have To Offer

At The HARRIS CENTER, we don't just value your work — we value you. Our competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including retirement plans with company matching, are only the start. Join us, and you'll also benefit from generous PTO accrual with prior service credit, business casual dress code, corporate discounts, and even new hire referral bonuses. Plus, enjoy optional discounts on services like mobile phone plans, fitness centers, and wellness amenities. We're also a qualifying entity for several loan repayment programs for mental health professionals. At The HARRIS CENTER, you'll find more than a fulfilling career. You'll find an environment that nurtures your growth and prioritizes your well-being. Join us and experience the rewards of being part of our organization!

About Us

The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The HARRIS CENTER provided care to over 80,000 people in fiscal year 2022 and has an annual budget of over $275 million.

As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The HARRIS CENTER provides a full continuum of services at more than 80 different Harris Center and partner sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 42 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.

By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,600 employees, The HARRIS CENTER is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.