Community Care Worker I

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Community Care Worker I Community Care Worker I Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Community and Social Services Shift: Day Additional Shift: Telework: Travel: Up to 65% Regular/Temporary: Full Time/Part Time: Full time Facility Location: Are you a highly motivated, compassionate and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding career determining eligibility for Texans in need of in-home care, home delivered meals, emergency response services, and other social services? If so, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Community Services (CS) division is looking for individuals who want to join an exciting, dynamic team working in a high-performing and innovative environment. CS provides an integrated and streamlined approach to connect individuals to services and supports that reduce institutionalization and allow individuals to remain in their communities. Our staff are well organized, able to multi-task, possess the ability to learn policy regulations, able to thrive in a challenging, fast-paced and evolving environment, have good communication skills, a positive attitude, strong work-ethic and a desire to help others. Community Care Worker I - Determines needs and eligibility for Community Care Services Eligibility (CCSE) services. Work involves conducting home visits, interviewing individuals who are older or have a disability, documenting information, determining need for services and developing service plans; verifying data, explaining program benefits and requirements, referring individuals for appropriate services, and assuring authorizations are registered in automated systems. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

• Interviews applicants, individuals receiving services, and resource persons and conducts home/site visits to assess the need for services and provides information and referral to other resources. Obtains, verifies, and calculates income and resources to determine financial eligibility for Title XX programs. Maintains case record documents and enters information in an automated system, establishing a record for each individual receiving service. Knowledge of interviewing techniques to obtain personal information, to make inquiries, and to resolve conflicting statements.
• Knowledge of resources that serve individuals who are older or have a disability.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with individuals receiving services, co-workers, contract agency staff, and staff from other federal or state agencies.
• Ability to operate computer and general office equipment.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications: Completed and detailed application illustrates the applicant can communicate effectively in writing.

• Application indicates willingness to travel at least 65% of the time.
• Experience using email and other automated applications, such as Microsoft Office products.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Must be able to attend training which may require overnight stay. Applicants with previous CCSE employment will be reviewed by program management to determine appropriate entry level. Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans : Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Telework Disclaimer: This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.