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Case Mgr. II-IV Institutional

• TJJD
• Gainesville, Texas
• 2.8 1379 Fm 678, Gainesville, TX 76240 $4,768.41
• $5,556.62 a month
• Full-time Apply with Indeed This position is for the Gainesville State Juvenile Correctional Facility located in Gainesville, Texas .

Thank you so much for your interest in the Case Manager

II, III, IV

position with Texas Juvenile Justice Department. You must be at least 23 years old and able to pass a background check, physical, drug screen and behavioral assessment for this position.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs moderately complex (journey-level) to advanced and/or supervisory (senior-level) case management work to develop and maintain long-term contact with assigned youth, their families, and providers for medical, social, educational, and related service needs. Work involves completing case file reviews, case planning, family involvement and group service delivery, developing goals, and evaluating outcomes. Performs discharge and release functions to ensure coordination of service delivery throughout the youth's commitment in TJJD. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May be required to working in excess of 40 hours per work week, different shift patterns, and be on-call.

Career Path Promotion Opportunity:

This position is not included the approved TJJD Case Manager II-IV career path. An employee is hired at this level because he/she does not meet the minimum education and experience requirements for placement on the Case Manager II-IV career path. An employee may promote to Case Manager II without competing for a vacant position after the employee meets: (1) the education and experience requirements for placement on the Case Manager II-IV career path; and (2) the established performance criteria per agency policy (PRS.15.07). : Newly hired case managers or rehired case managers who separated more than 18 months will be required to attend the pre-service training academy. Case managers who have worked for TJJD and return to employment within 18 months of their separation date are not required to attend the pre-service academy and will be placed in full-time status on their date of employment. Levels of Work Performed by

Career Path Level:

Case Manager II:

Performs moderately complex (journey-level) work under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Case Manager III:

Performs highly complex (senior-level) work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Case Manager IV:

Performs advanced and/or supervisory (senior-level) work under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Conducts and completes initial case assessment and file reviews, requests missing documentation as needed, performs stage assessments, and conducts ongoing assessment for assigned caseload. Completes Case Planning for assigned caseload, applies appropriate strategies to facilitate youth progress and specialized referrals (e.g. additional assessments, Mental Health Treatment Program (MHTP/MROP) referrals, Texas Correctional Office on Offenders with Medical and Mental Impairments (TCOOMMI), etc.). Monitors case load in order to complete transition planning. Conducts and facilitates required groups for assigned caseload and plans for scheduled and unanticipated leave of absences to ensure the provision of group services by an approved alternate group leader. Participates in staff development, including the Agency approved treatment program, group facilitation, Case Management Standards (CMS), and casework training. Provides individual counseling to assigned caseload and family contacts. Completes documentation of services, stage assessment data entry, and maintains casework sub-file. Reads, reviews, and properly applies information found in youth records related to the youth health and safety and to the security of the facility; and provides appropriate information to other staff. Complies with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; and prepares and maintains records, forms, and reports. Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures: Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible. Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested timeframes. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies. Monitors outcomes for racial, ethnic, and gender disparities and takes action to address identified disparities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requirements for Case Manager II

• Pay Level One (1): Unrelated Bachelor's degree.

No experience required. OR High School diploma or equivalent, and Fifteen (15) semester hours of college course work, and One (1) year full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) / Texas Youth Commission (TYC) Juvenile Correctional Officer (JCO) experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. OR High School diploma or equivalent, and Less than fifteen (15) semester hours of college course work, and Two (2) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) / Texas Youth Commission (TYC) Juvenile Correctional Officer (JCO) experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. Requirements for Case Manager III

• Pay Level Two (2): Bachelor's degree with major in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, Criminal Justice-Corrections (not Law Enforcement or Police Sciences), Education (or education/teacher certification), or other related social sciences field.

No experience required. OR Unrelated Bachelor's degree, and Two (2) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or

TJJD / TYC JCO

experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. OR High School diploma or equivalent, and Fifteen (15) semester hours of college course work, and Three (3) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or

TJJD / TYC JCO

experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. OR High School diploma or equivalent, and Less than fifteen (15) semester hours of college course work, and Four (4) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or

TJJD / TYC JCO

experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. Requirements for Case Manager III

• Pay Level Three (3): Bachelor's degree with major in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, Criminal Justice-Corrections (not Law Enforcement or Police Sciences), Education (or education/teacher certification), or other related social sciences field, and Two (2) years of full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or

TJJD / TYC JCO

experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. OR Unrelated Bachelor's degree, and Four (4) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or

TJJD / TYC JCO

experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. OR High School diploma or equivalent, and Fifteen (15) semester hours of college course work, and Five (5) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or

TJJD / TYC JCO

experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. OR High School diploma or equivalent, and Less than fifteen (15) semester hours of college course work, and Six (6) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or

TJJD / TYC JCO

experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. Requirements for Case Manager IV

• Pay Level Four (4): Master's degree with major in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, Criminal Justice-Corrections (not Law Enforcement or Police Sciences), Education (or education/teacher certification), or other related social sciences field.

No experience required. OR Bachelor's degree with major in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, Criminal Justice-Corrections (not Law Enforcement or Police Sciences), Education (or education/teacher certification), or other related social sciences field, and Four (4) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: casework or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or

TJJD / TYC JCO

experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. OR Unrelated Bachelor's degree, and Six (6) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or

TJJD / TYC JCO

experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. OR High School diploma or equivalent, and Fifteen (15) semester hours of college course work, and Seven (7) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or

TJJD / TYC JCO

experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. OR High School diploma or equivalent, and Less than fifteen (15) semester hours of college course work, and Eight (8) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: case management work or primary service responsibilities in a residential setting for youth including assessments, development and implementation of individual case plans, development/coordination of services, and placement recommendations and referrals of youth; parole officer experience; or social work experience whether inside or outside of TJJD; or

TJJD / TYC JCO

experience. Additional experience that will be considered includes direct care/support care staff in a residential, group home, secure, or hospital settings. Requirements

• All Levels:

• Must be at least 23 years of age.

Related courses or Social Sciences degrees: Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, Criminal Justice-Corrections (not Law Enforcement or Police Sciences), Education (or education/teacher certification), or other related social sciences field.

Note:

Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution. drug test; finger printing, criminal records check, and TB testing; Fitness-for-Duty Assessment which may include both physical and behavior evaluations.

Online Instructions Go to https:

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II, III, IV

• Institutional position.

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Pay:

$4,768.41

• $5,556.

62 per month

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person