Case Manager III - Special Populations Program - Rehabilitation and Reentry at Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Marlin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Criminal Justice, Social Services, Human Services, Behavioral Interventions, Reentry Planning, Problem Solving, Communication, Coordination, Documentation, Educational Materials Preparation, Interviewing, Needs Assessment, Community Resources, Quality Assurance, Regulations Interpretation

Industry

Government Administration

Description

JOB SUMMARY Performs highly complex case management work. Work involves reviewing and tracking case management activities; and assisting in developing program goals, objectives, and procedures. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Provides ongoing case management and reviews and tracks case management activities for program participants; interviews inmates to gather information to assess service needs and review progress and compliance within the program; and participates in team meetings for individualized program planning, behavioral interventions, and reentry planning. B. Assists with program monitoring and evaluation; identifies problem areas, service gaps, and areas that are barriers to services; and participates in the quality assurance process to ensure quality services. C. Provides liaison with service providers; and assists with intra-agency and interagency services coordination and referrals. D. Documents and maintains inmate program activity and case management records; and prepares and reviews reports. E. Prepares and presents educational materials in individual and group settings to ensure inmates develop skills needed for successful transition; and monitors peer support operations. * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A. Education, Experience, and Training 1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED. 2. Three years full-time, wage-earning criminal justice, social services, human services, case processing, or case management experience. Fifteen semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each six months of experience. B. Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of case management principles, objectives, standards, and methods. 2. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes. 3. Knowledge of classroom dynamics. 4. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. 5. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. 6. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. 7. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 8. Skill in problem-solving techniques. 9. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports. 10. Skill to plan work in order to meet established guidelines. 11. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports. 12. Skill in interviewing. 13. Skill to assess needs and coordinate ongoing or transitional services. 14. Skill to utilize and identify available community resources. 15. Skill to plan work in order to meet established guidelines. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.

Responsibilities

The Case Manager III performs complex case management work, including reviewing and tracking activities for program participants and assisting in program development. They also provide liaison with service providers and document inmate program activities.