TJJD Case Manager V - Institutional (MCL)

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=106922andPostingSeq=1Agency InformationWe are committed to transforming lives and building safter communities by working collaboratively, communicating openly, and upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Our team models accountability, transparency, and respect, taking proactive steps to ensure the physical and emotional safety of youth, staff, and the community. We strive for excellence through continuous growth, thoughtful decision making, and mission driven collaboration, supporting one another while embracing challenges that lead to meaningful, long-term impact.Job DescriptionPerforms highly advanced and/or supervisory (senior-level) case management work developing and maintaining 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; coordinating and evaluating case management and program activities; developing and implementing program goals, objectives, and procedures; and evaluating outcome measures for the program. Performs discharge and release functions to ensure coordination of service delivery throughout the youths commitment in TJJD. May supervise the work of others.Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per work week, different shift patterns, and be on-call.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.Essential Job DutiesCollaborates with dorm, facility, and central support to effectively implement the program (e.g., schedules, safety protocols, activities, etc.)Performs stage assessments, requests missing documentation as needed, and conducts ongoing assessment for assigned caseload. Completes Case Planning for assigned caseload, applies appropriate strategies to facilitate youth progress through Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and conducts risk assessments, including Behavior Chain Analysis (BCA), to initiate and promote change in behavior patterns.Proficiency in Behavior Chain Analysis is demonstrated by case manager scoring a 3 or higher on BCAs independently submitted within 6 months of completion of OJT and initial caseload assignment.Completes specialized referrals (e.g., additional assessments, Mental Health Treatment Program/Mentally Retarded Offender Program (MHTP/MROP) referrals, Texas Correctional Office on Offenders with Medical and Mental Impairments (TCOOMMI), etc.). Completes specialized referrals (e.g., additional assessments, Mental Health Treatment Program/Mentally Retarded Offender 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, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) groups. 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 sessi ns to assigned caseload to conduct assessments, discuss identified behavior changes resulting in increase and decrease of risk and transition planning.Provides updates to family/guardian about progress in the program, including stage assessments, behavior changes, and transition planning.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.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 time frames.Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.Will be required to travel up to 20% of the time.Actively embody and support the Texas Model by demonstrating its core values in daily tasks and interactions with others.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma, plus ten (10) years full-time wage-earning experience consisting of any combination of the following: Case management work or primary service responsibilities including assessments, developing/coordinating program services, developing and implementing individual case plans, placement recommendations and referrals of youth; TJJD / TYC JCO/Coach experience; TJJD / TYC program monitor (program supervisor III) experience; parole officer experience; social work experience; experience working with juveniles in a residential setting, treatment, or correctional pro