Vocational Coordinator (INTERNAL ONLY) in Lufkin, Texas at Burke Center

Location: Burke Industries - Lufkin, TX
Position Number: P#280
Compensation: $35,349.60 annually, depending on qualifications and experience
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, generally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Vocational Coordinator supports the daily operations of Burke Industries and provides services at both the Angelina and Nacogdoches facilities. This position is responsible for billing and documentation for Individualized Skills & Socialization programs while also providing direct support to individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities include maintaining daily logs, processing payments from external providers, documenting staff hours and contract work, and ensuring completion of annual staff workbooks required for contract eligibility. The Vocational Coordinator also participates in planning meetings and supports individuals with skill development, socialization training, activities of daily living, and community integration.

• Manage billing and required documentation for Individualized Skills & Socialization programs.
• Maintain daily logs and accurate program records.
• Process payments received from external providers.
• Document staff hours and contract work.
• Ensure completion of annual staff workbooks required for contract eligibility.
• Participate in planning meetings to support individual care and services.
• Assist individuals with skill development and socialization training.
• Provide support with activities of daily living, including meal monitoring and medication administration.
• Promote community integration and increased independence.
• Provide services at both the Angelina and Nacogdoches Burke Industries facilities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Computer skills.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Driving record that meets Burke's insurance requirements.
• Ability to successfully complete required training, including Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA), CPR, First Aid, Defensive Driving, Van Driving, and required training modules.

• One (1) year of experience working with individuals with disabilities in a vocational role.

Eligible full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This position requires sight, hearing, talking, walking, prolonged standing, bending and/or kneeling, driving a vehicle, and sufficient hand and finger dexterity to perform job duties. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Burke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.