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Current Open Positions
Veteran Care Specialist (AACOG)
This is a responsible, non-supervisory position requiring familiarity with various veterans/government programs. Veterans Care Specialist support eligible veterans enrolled in the Veterans Directed Care (VDC) program by providing comprehensive case management and care coordination services that promote independence, choice, and quality of life. This role works directly with veterans and their caregivers to develop person centered care plans, and ensure services are delivered in a manner that aligns with program requirements and veteran directed care principles.
Responsible to handle, mediate and resolve disputes in regards to services, clients and provider issues; Conducts assessments; Provides counseling; Tracks and verifies expenditures; Coordinates with the Fiscal Management Agency; Provides resource information or referrals to veterans and/or their family members; Implements the consumer directed services through conducting person centered client assessment, creating individual service plan, conducting follow-up and on-going monitoring of veteran; Provides information and referral services, counseling and other supportive service; Maintains confidential case files.
Serve as a liaison between AACOG, Veterans Administration, Fiscal Management Agencies and social service agencies; Attends meetings conferences, workshops and other in-service training programs related to the case management program and benefits counseling; Assists in developing the area plan and any necessary amendment program/benefits counseling program; Liaison between AACOG, vendor regarding invoices; Completes related monthly reports; Performs other job related duties as assigned.
Desired Degree/Job Experience: High School Graduate or GED with some college courses in Behavioral Sciences, Social Services, Public Administration or related field; Two (2) years of full-time Aging, Social Services experience can be substituted for one (1) year of preferred education or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities.
Other Qualifications: Valid Texas driver’s license and reliable transportation required; Travel within 21 counties of the VA South Texas Healthcare System; At times, employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle for business purposes, and mileage will be paid in accordance with AACOG reimbursement policy; Provides outreach to those clients who may benefit from other programs developed within the Area Agency on Aging; Implements the case management program through the identification of clients; Familiarity with Case Management documentation; Proficiency in basic computer skills, Windows, Microsoft programs (specifically Sharepoint and Excel) utilized for maintenance of electronic files; Bilingual Spanish/English highly preferred.
This position is a Pay Grade 10, with a starting hourly rate of $20.97. This is a non-exempt position. Open until Filled. Only electronic online applications will be accepted.
AACOG is a qualifying employer for the US Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
AACOG offers a generous benefits package. These benefits can be reviewed at ADVANTAGES of WORKING for AACOG.
Alamo Regional Transit (ART) Driver with CDL with passenger endorsement
This is a responsible, non-supervisory position responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a public transit bus for the Alamo Regional Transit (ART); Checking bus operating systems to ensure operating safety; Maintains a good rapport with the passengers served; Examines bus to ensure its proper mechanical operation, including review of all safety features; Performs pre & post trip inspections; Maintains clean bus at all times; Drives bus per scheduled driver manifests; Reports any dangerous conditions that could jeopardize the safety of the passenger or other members of the public; Reports problems encountered on the route, equipment failure reports, and changing road condition reports; Collects bus fares and answers passengers’ questions in a professional and congenial manner; Assists in loading, securing, and unloading wheelchairs and passengers based on the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990; Maintains contact with dispatch and reports current position and conditions affecting the operation of the route as required; Fuels vehicles at end of shift; Ability to operate a Mobile Data Computer; Perform other job related duties as assigned.
Desired Degree/Job Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent; Minimum one (1) year of experience as a licensed motor vehicle operator or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities.
Minimum Physical Requirements: Bending and stooping; Climbing; Heavy lifting; Kneeling; Reaching above shoulder; Repetitive motion; Sitting; Standing; Walking; Pushing/pulling; Driving; Mobility is essential; Visual and hearing Requirements are essential to the operation of the vehicle.
Other Qualifications: Requires a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical fitness exam; Must be able to pass drug and alcohol screening.
Required Certifications: Texas Driver’s License – CDL with passenger endorsement. DLTX Texas Drivers’ License Non-CDL
This position is a Pay Grade 9 with a starting hourly rate of $19.98. This is a non-exempt position. Open until Filled. Only electronic online applications will be accepted.
AACOG is a qualifying employer for the US Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
AACOG offers a generous benefits package. These benefits can be reviewed at ADVANTAGES of WORKING for AACOG.
IDD Services Coordinator I
This is a responsible, non-supervisory position in a fast paced environment. Duties include performing intake duties or enrollment activities to determine diagnostic and financial eligibility for HCS, General Revenue, Texas Home Living, or Preadmission Screening and Resident Review program services; Community First Choice program services; development, implementation and monitoring of the Plan of Services and Supports through assessment, site based visits and collateral telephone contacts; requires linking and coordinating services through available community resources, waiver and local service providers and nursing facilities. This is a high volume case documentation position which requires timely and accurate documentation and extensive travel within Bexar County. Prefer knowledge of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Autism/ Pervasive Developmental Disorder) services and funding sources and the ability to operate basic software.
Desired Degree/Job Experience: Prefer experience in case management or social services work; Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s or advanced degree, or an associate degree with major coursework in social, behavioral, human services or health-related field, or a high school diploma or GED and two years of paid or unpaid experience with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities is required, as defined in Texas Administrative Code, Title 26, and Rule 331.17; Prefer ability to meet specific requirements of Title 42, CFR, Section 483.430; May require Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) credential;
This position is Pay Grade 12, with a starting hourly rate of $23.11. This is a non-exempt position. Open until Filled. Only electronic online applications will be accepted. Hours 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., M – F, with flexibility to accommodate the needs of the persons served. Prefer bilingual fluency in both English and Spanish. Valid Texas driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
AACOG is a qualifying employer for the US Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
AACOG offers a generous benefits package. These benefits can be reviewed at ADVANTAGES of WORKING for AACOG.
Drivers (Temporary)
These are responsible non-supervisory positions. Duties include operating and maintaining transportation vehicles with a focus on safety and customer courtesy; performing daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; performing minor maintenance tasks on the vehicles when necessary; fueling the vehicles: assisting passengers and handicapped customers in and out of the vehicle; providing safety briefing to customers; and providing other services as required.
Prefer customer service and previous driving experience. Prefer High school or G.E.D.; must be a minimum of 21 years of age; possess and maintain a safe driving record plus one (1) year of previous driving experience. Prefer customer service experience and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement. Non-smoker. Reliable transportation required.
Applicants will be required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their employment.
Full-time positions available in the following counties: Atascosa and Gillespie
Interested applicants should call Renhill Staffing Services of Texas at 210-828-0508 and ask for Pat Hernandez
Qualifications
Prefer customer service and previous driving experience. Prefer High school or G.E.D.; must be a minimum of 21 years of age; possess and maintain a safe driving record, plus one year of previous driving experience. Prefer customer service experience and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement. Non-smoker. Reliable transportation required.