Caseworker 2 - 1805

Description

Minimum Starting Hourly Rate: $23.30/hr

Maximum Starting Hourly Rate - Dependent on Qualifications

This position will be housed at the Milam County Probation Office (CSCD)

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off - 9.23 hrs per pay period
• 10 Observed Company Paid Holidays
• 8 Hours Annual Volunteer Time Off
• Retirement Plan w/ 6% Employer Contribution
• Employee Assistance Program

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This is a grant-funded position, and employment is contingent upon continued funding. As such in addition to standard background screening, additional background checks may be required in accordance with funding agency guidelines.

Performs moderately complex case management work.  Provides services exclusively to individuals on active community supervision in Milam County with mental health or other co-occurring disorders. Work involves developing and maintaining contact with clients, client families, and service providers for medical, social, behavioral, educational and related service needs. Work will involve skills training, psychosocial rehabilitation, case management, screening, referrals, supported housing, supported employment, and assistance in navigating the behavioral health system alongside the legal system to reduce the chances of the consumer recidivating back into the justice system. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

This position provides a majority of services in the community, such as homes, jail settings, shelters, hospitals, and other environments in which the client lives and thrives.  Due to this, this position is required to travel frequently within the service area and may interact frequently with clients, families, law enforcement/justice system officials, hospital staff, and other community stakeholders involved in the recovery of the individual they are serving.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts comprehensive mental health assessments of adults upon intake and as needed.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans in coordination with interdisciplinary team members.
• Collaborates with probation staff to monitor behavioral and emotional progress and adjust interventions accordingly.
• Assists with interagency service coordination and referrals.
• Responds to mental health crises and provides appropriate clinical interventions.
• Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings, court staffing, and reentry planning.
• Provides consultation, training, and support to probation staff regarding mental health needs and behavioral interventions.
• Coordinates care with external providers, schools, and families to ensure continuity of care
• Networks and serve as a liaison with various community partners to include providers, local government, schools, hospitals, and other community resources.
• Maintains a caseload and service level consistent with Center productivity standards.
• Documents case records, assessments, recovery plans and progress notes according to Center requirements and Texas Administrative Codes. Employees will maintain complete and accurate consumer medical records and keep all such information confidential within two business days.
• Demonstrates high ethical standards, trustworthiness, and personal integrity.  Regular attendance, dependability, and promptness are required for the 8-5 work day or agreed upon hours 100% of the time, to ensure consistency and completeness of program’s processes.
• Professional Development - Successfully completes training required to maintain skill competency and cross training to ensure consistency across program procedures.  Completes continuing education as required by professional standards and the Center.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

Experience/Education/Licensing/Certification

• Experience in a field relating to the agency program.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in behavioral sciences, social sciences, humanities, or a related field is generally preferred. 
• Eligible for QMHP-CS credentialing

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Central Counties Services incorporates principles of trauma-informed care, which includes cultural sensitivity, in all areas of service delivery.  All job descriptions include the responsibility to learn about and implement trauma-informed practices within the scope of work for the position.
• Knowledge of community resources; of case management principles, objectives, standards, and methods; and of program policies and procedures.
• Ability to assess client needs, to coordinate client services, to monitor program effectiveness. 
• Knowledge of mental illness and emotional components of physical illness; of rehabilitation and psychotherapeutic methods; of casework principles; of community resources; and of the principles, methods, techniques and practices of clinical work. Knowledge of criminal justice system.
• Ability to proficiently utilize computer programs, e.g., Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to effectively handle potentially aggressive behavior in a positive manner.

Relationship Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Work behavior must be compatible with Center value statement and Policies and Procedures Manual contributing to an environment of problem solving, building trust, conflict resolution, and customer service.
• Ability to perform tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to plan and schedule work and implement directives without constant supervision.
• Ability to present a professional appearance and conduct when representing the Center.
• Ability to work cooperatively and productively with supervisor, individuals, co-workers, and groups of persons at all levels of activity, contributing to a strong spirit of teamwork.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies and the general public using tact, courtesy and good judgment.

Additional Requirements

• Must have and maintain a valid drivers’ license with an acceptable driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; hear; stand; walk; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Central Counties Services is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Qualifications

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