Caseworker 2 FACT Team- 1340

Minimum Starting Hourly Rate: $23.30/hr

Maximum Starting Hourly Rate - Dependent on Qualifications

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.

Performs a moderately complex combination of team led, evaluation and case management duties as directed by the FACT Team Lead, and Program Manager. This position serves as a liaison between clients on the FACT Team and the criminal justice system and provides intensive case management services in lieu of incarceration.  These services include, but are not limited to, skills training, psychosocial rehabilitation, case management, screening, referrals, supported housing, supported employment, and assistance in navigating the behavioral health system to obtain services at the Temple Day Program as needed.

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

• Assesses consumers regarding FACT eligibility.
• Interviews individuals, their families, other agency members and other Interdisciplinary Treatment Team members to obtain client background information and to identify the psychosocial, economic, and physical needs of the individuals.
• Assesses individuals’ current and ongoing needs with regards to support systems and available community resources, schools, and facilities, etc., as needed and requested by the individual.
• Identifies problem areas, service gaps, and areas that are barriers to services for clients, providing psychosocial rehabilitative skills training/IMR, skills training, supported housing/employment or other services as needed and/or requested.
• May participate as an active member of an Interdisciplinary Treatment Team.
• Provides Crisis Intervention Services as needed.
• Must stay compliant with all required training.
• Assists with developing individual person-centered recovery plans, and in monitoring the observance of clients’ rights and service provision as identified in the recovery plans.
• Meets all clinical needs and minimum service requirements according to Center staff training requirements, Resilience & Disease Management Design and Texas Administrative Codes
• Document case records, assessments, person centered 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.
• Documents all services in a progress note according to Center requirements and TAC code which is within 2 business days.
• Meets monthly productivity requirement of services provided to FACT team clients.
• Work behavior must be compatible with Center value statement and Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Participates in quarterly training and time studies for Random Moment Time Study/Medicaid Administrative Claiming (MAC).
• Demonstrate high ethical standards, trustworthiness, and personal integrity.  Regular attendance, dependability, and promptness are required for the 8-5 workday or agreed upon hours 100% of the time, to ensure consistency and completeness of program’s processes.
• Professional Development - Successfully complete training required to maintain skill competency and cross training to ensure consistency across program procedures.  Complete continuing education as required by professional standards and the Center.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Frequent daily driving within the catchment area is required.
• Staff member is expected to maintain their mental and emotional well-being as part of their role. An employee is “mentally fit” when their mental state allows them to perform the essential job duties of their job safely and effectively, which includes being able to concentrate, make decisions, manage stress and maintain focus.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

Experience/Education/Licensing/Certification

• Experience in casework.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major course work in a field relevant to the assignment.
• Experience and education may not be substituted for one another.

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 mental illness and emotional components of physical illness; of rehabilitation methods; of casework principles; of community resources; and of the principles, methods, techniques, and practices of casework.
• Skill in interviewing.
• 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.
• 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 maintain an orderly and professional appearing workstation.
• 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.
• Regular attendance and reliability is critical to business operations.

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.