TMD - Case Manager I (Case Manager)

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=106109andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionAPPLICATIONS SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS TAM/CG AT: https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=401andJobOpeningId=106109andPostingSeq=1 APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:Applicants may submit applications through Work In Texas (WIT), however, applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS TAM/CG to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS TAM/CG and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit TAM/CG Sign In (Link: https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant) Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information. NOTES TO THE APPLICANT: TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate. The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive ratesGenerous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidaysDefined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annuallyAdditional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expensesPotential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structuresRobust free training access through Texas Military Department's Web-Based Learning ProgramExpansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling servicesEmployee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs Military membership is not required for this position. ABOUT US:Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State and Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).Our Vision: America's premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad. BRIEF POSITION SUMMARYPerforms routine (journey-level) case management work. Responsible for providing case management and ongoing development of a directly supervised caseload of 20-60 mentor and cadet relationships during the full course of the 17-month program. Work involves developing and maintaining long term contact with cadets, cadets' families, and mentors for the Texas Chall nge Academy (TCA). Reports directly to the Program Coordinator and works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. WORK HOURS: 40 hours a week some weekends/holidays ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvides ongoing case management and collaborates on the supervision of 20-60 cases keeping designated Recruiting, Placement, and mentoring (RPM) staff informed of case statuses.Interviews and screens for potential program applicants.Serves as a liaison between cadets, cadets' families, and mentors.Identifies problem areas, service gaps, barriers to services for cadets, as directed. Maintains case history and progress records and prepares reports and evaluations.Monitors cadet's progress.Assists in coordinating mentor matching to facilitate early relationships with mentor/mentee casework.Under the direction of Program Coordinator, directs cadet development of the Post-Residential Action Plan (PRAP).Provides or assists the Program Coordinator in providing life skills and career development classes in accordance with the Cadet Performance Measurement Guide.Provides cadets, and assists the Team Leaders in providing cadets, performance counseling and group behavioral assessments as scheduled on the daily training schedule.Maintains consistent, monthly communication with each mentor.Records and tracks monthly mentor and cadet contacts in the data reporting system.Assesses, plans, and implements strategies to obtain required monthly contacts.Assesses healthiness of relationships to ensure no injury to cadets is likely to occur.Resolves conflicts that occur between the mentor and the mentee during the period of the match.Forwards recommendations for mentors who wish to mentor again.Participates in case management workshops annually.Observes all program policies and guidelines.Attends relevant training to maintain the essential functions of the position.Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance