Case Manager IV - Reentry Coordinator - Lychner Unit (029854)

Job Title Case Manager IV – Reentry Coordinator – Lychner Unit (029854) Organization

REENTRY & INTEGRATION

Primary Location United States – Texas – Humble Job Office and Administrative Support Employee Status Regular Schedule Full-time, moderate travel, monthly pay basis Salary: $4,108.35 (Ret 2.5% Less) Job Summary Performs advanced case management work. Work involves coordinating case management activities, developing program goals, objectives, and procedures, and evaluating outcome measures for the program. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Essential Functions A. Performs complex pre‑release case management for the reentry and integration of inmates discharging from a correctional facility; assists in the development of program policies and procedures; assists with program monitoring and evaluation; and assists with coordinating activities to produce an effective reentry transitional process. B. Reviews inmates referred to the program and tracks progress through the case management process; conducts inmate assessments to identify workforce and reentry barriers; implements criteria for identification of inmate needs; and develops and implements case plans to address removal of inmate deficiencies. C. Coordinates with appropriate agencies in obtaining necessary inmate identification documents; assists in inmate eligibility and application for various reentry benefits and services; and works with and provides liaison with program staff, government agencies, inmate families, faith‑based support groups, and other organizations. D. Develops and maintains records on participating inmates; documents case records and reviews reports; and compiles and analyzes data and prepares summary reports. * Performs a variety of marginal duties not stated, to be determined and assigned as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education, Experience, and Training

1. Graduation from an accredited high school, GED, or equivalent.
2. Four years full‑time, wage‑earning experience in case processing, case management, social services, criminal justice, or human services. Six months of experience may be substituted by fifteen semester hours from a U.S. accredited college or university.
3. Experience in reentry programs, transitional employment planning, parole, or probation preferred.
4. Governmental agency experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of case management principles, objectives, standards, and methods.
2. Knowledge of community and government service delivery systems and case management delivery systems.
3. Knowledge of agency programs that address inmate assessment and needs (preferred).
4. Knowledge of job market and training procedures (preferred).
5. Knowledge of agency and departmental structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations (preferred).
6. Knowledge of motivational interviewing concepts and techniques (preferred).
7. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
8. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
9. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
10. Skill in problem‑solving techniques.
11. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand‑alone or local area network environment.
12. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.
13. Skill to assess inmate needs and coordinate inmate services.
14. Skill in interviewing and conducting individual needs assessments.
15. Skill in motivational interviewing (preferred).

Additional Requirements (With or Without Reasonable Accommodation) A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, 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 motor equipment. B. Work conditions include working inside, around machines with moving parts, radiant and electrical energy, closely with others, alone, protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. C. Equipment used for essential functions: computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile. Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas-Department-of-Criminal-Justic