CASE CARE SPECIALIST - HYBRID

Job Description

Job Description

The candidate must reside in San Antonio or within 25 miles within the direct surrounding area.

PRIMARY FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILTY

The Case Care Specialist is responsible for coordination of services within the SJRC Texas/Belong Network of providers as required by the contract and licensing regulations. The Case Care Specialist will provide support and coordination of services in order to facilitate safety, permanency, and well-being of placements. This includes collaboration with Network Providers to ensure all children receive recommended and/or required services. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for carrying out case coordination services as required by the contract and licensing regulations. 

• Coordinates admissions, case planning, extensions, and discharges of child/youth with appropriate parties in the provider network. 

• Works closely with professional and childcare staff of SJRC Texas/Belong network providers and community partners to ensure the delivery of services outlined in the child/youth service plan. 

• Makes frequent contact after placement of child/youth to ensure appropriate services are provided with appropriate parties within the provider network and community partners.

• Documents child/youth records and services provided by Network Providers in accordance with the provisions of licensing standards, COA, and SJRC Texas/Belong policy. 

• Attends child/youth case meetings as required with appropriate parties. 

• Document all contact with clients and collaterals; complete case activity logs each month and keep record of all related documentation; maintain client files.

• Maintains strong business relationships with DFPS, the provider network and children and youth to facilitate collaboration and cooperation.

• Provide support to intake and placement to include transportation.