TJJD - Case Manager II-III-IV - Regulation Safety Unit Youth Liaison - (GNS) -44644
Gainesville, Texas
Employer: CAPPS
Industry: Community and Social Service
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Job Description
HOW TO APPLY
Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available athttp://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms):
Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.
Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00044644&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214)..
Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms) and can be submitted via email to: hrjobsgiddings@tjjd.texas.gov.
Apply via Email to hrjobsgiddings@tjjd.texas.gov. Send completed application, supplemental questions/forms, and copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).
PLEASE NOTE
Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.
Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.
BENEFITS
State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs moderately complex (journey-level) to advanced and/or supervisory (senior-level) coordination of care work in the Regulation Safety Unit (RSU) and promoting Texas Model regulation concepts. Reviews and processes RSU referrals for admission or release. Coordinates with coaches involved to determine proper action taken before youth is released from RSU. Performs discharge and release functions to ensure repair of violation or reason youth referred to RSU is communicated to receiving staff. Ensures due process is followed regarding admissions and releases. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek, different shift patterns, and be on-call.
Career Ladder Promotion Opportunity: This position is in the approved TJJD career ladder for Case Managers. Case managers may be promoted based on meeting the established eligibility criteria per agency policy (PRS.15.08) until they reach the top level of the ladder. Placement on the career ladder is dependent upon experience and education. Progression to the highest pay level on the career ladder is dependent upon experience and performance.
Pre-Service Training Academy Requirement: 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 FUNCTIONS
Reviews and screens referrals to RSU and determines to either admit or release youth based on violation. (10%)
Interviews youth and provides regulation techniques to youth while in RSU. (10%)
Ensures youth receives due process regarding referral, admission and/or release from RSU. (5%)
Coordinates with dorm staff regarding referral, admission, repair and release from RSU; and discusses and processes the needed repair for violation for the youth to return to the dorm. (10%)
Reviews youth admitted to the RSU multiple times during a shift to assess regulation, needs, and ensures youth is provided services per policy. (10%)
Utilizes advanced skills in Connecting, Correcting, and Empowering youth. (5%)
Employs advanced skills in utilizing the Levels of Response effectively. (5%)
Conducts and facilitates required Gang Intervention Groups and individual gang intervention counseling per Case Management Standards (CMS). (10%)
Plans for scheduled and unanticipated leave of absences to ensure the provision of group services by an approved alternate group leader. (5%)
Participates in staff development, including the Agency approved treatment program, group facilitation, and Case Management Standards. (10%)
Complies with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. (5%)
Prepares and maintains records, forms, and reports. (5%)
Reports any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, and/or gender disparities.
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:
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements for Case Manager II - Pay Level One (1):
Unrelated Bachelor's degree.
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 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 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 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 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.
* Social Science degrees include: Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, Criminal Justice, Education (or education certification).
Requirements - All Levels:
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
Note: Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results from the following mandatory
pre-employment requirements:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Analyzing
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Ability to see
Ability to hear (with or without aid)
Ability to perform tactile discernment
Identify colors
Depth perception
Operate motor equipment
Lifting 45 lbs. & over
Carrying 45 lbs. & over
Restraining combative youth
Climbing ladders
Climbing stairs
Pulling
Pushing
Repeated bending
Reaching above shoulder
Walking
Standing
Sitting
Crawling
Twisting
Kneeling
Stooping
Finger/manual dexterity
Dual simultaneous grasping
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Ability to:
VETERANS
In order to receive veteran's preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application.
Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.
Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Social Services MOS Codes.
SPONSORSHIP
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center (https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en), you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.
Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Texas Juvenile Justice Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available athttp://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms):
- TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
- Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
- Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
- Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)
Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.
Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00044644&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214)..
Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms) and can be submitted via email to: hrjobsgiddings@tjjd.texas.gov.
Apply via Email to hrjobsgiddings@tjjd.texas.gov. Send completed application, supplemental questions/forms, and copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).
PLEASE NOTE
Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.
Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.
BENEFITS
State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs moderately complex (journey-level) to advanced and/or supervisory (senior-level) coordination of care work in the Regulation Safety Unit (RSU) and promoting Texas Model regulation concepts. Reviews and processes RSU referrals for admission or release. Coordinates with coaches involved to determine proper action taken before youth is released from RSU. Performs discharge and release functions to ensure repair of violation or reason youth referred to RSU is communicated to receiving staff. Ensures due process is followed regarding admissions and releases. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek, different shift patterns, and be on-call.
Career Ladder Promotion Opportunity: This position is in the approved TJJD career ladder for Case Managers. Case managers may be promoted based on meeting the established eligibility criteria per agency policy (PRS.15.08) until they reach the top level of the ladder. Placement on the career ladder is dependent upon experience and education. Progression to the highest pay level on the career ladder is dependent upon experience and performance.
Pre-Service Training Academy Requirement: 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 FUNCTIONS
Reviews and screens referrals to RSU and determines to either admit or release youth based on violation. (10%)
Interviews youth and provides regulation techniques to youth while in RSU. (10%)
Ensures youth receives due process regarding referral, admission and/or release from RSU. (5%)
Coordinates with dorm staff regarding referral, admission, repair and release from RSU; and discusses and processes the needed repair for violation for the youth to return to the dorm. (10%)
Reviews youth admitted to the RSU multiple times during a shift to assess regulation, needs, and ensures youth is provided services per policy. (10%)
Utilizes advanced skills in Connecting, Correcting, and Empowering youth. (5%)
Employs advanced skills in utilizing the Levels of Response effectively. (5%)
Conducts and facilitates required Gang Intervention Groups and individual gang intervention counseling per Case Management Standards (CMS). (10%)
Plans for scheduled and unanticipated leave of absences to ensure the provision of group services by an approved alternate group leader. (5%)
Participates in staff development, including the Agency approved treatment program, group facilitation, and Case Management Standards. (10%)
Complies with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. (5%)
Prepares and maintains records, forms, and reports. (5%)
Reports any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, and/or gender disparities.
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.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements for Case Manager II - Pay Level One (1):
Unrelated Bachelor's degree.
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 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 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 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 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.
* Social Science degrees include: Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, Criminal Justice, Education (or education certification).
Requirements - All Levels:
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
Note: Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results from the following mandatory
pre-employment requirements:
- drug test;
- finger printing, criminal records check, and TB testing;
- Fitness-for-Duty Assessment which may include both physical and behavior evaluations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Analyzing
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Ability to see
Ability to hear (with or without aid)
Ability to perform tactile discernment
Identify colors
Depth perception
Operate motor equipment
Lifting 45 lbs. & over
Carrying 45 lbs. & over
Restraining combative youth
Climbing ladders
Climbing stairs
Pulling
Pushing
Repeated bending
Reaching above shoulder
Walking
Standing
Sitting
Crawling
Twisting
Kneeling
Stooping
Finger/manual dexterity
Dual simultaneous grasping
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Child development, particularly adolescent needs.
- Child care practices.
- Case management delivery systems.
- Case management principles, objectives, standards, and methods.
- Program policies and procedures.
Skill in:
- Developing, implementing, and monitoring service and treatment plans.
- Acting quickly in emergencies.
- Working effectively with youth.
- And willingness to physically restrain youth in the appropriate manner.
- Maintaining written files and records.
- Maintaining order and discipline.
- Organizing workloads and setting priorities to carry out assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to:
-
- Assess youth's needs.
- Coordinate youth's services.
- Monitor program effectiveness.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Provide guidance to others.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Work in excess of 40 hours per workweek, different shift patterns, and be on-call.
VETERANS
In order to receive veteran's preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application.
Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.
Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Social Services MOS Codes.
SPONSORSHIP
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center (https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en), you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.
Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Texas Juvenile Justice Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.
Created: 2024-08-27
Reference: 00044644
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Gainesville
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