Special Projects Case Manager

Department History Overview

Harris County Resources for Children and Adults was founded in 1966 as the Harris County Child Welfare Board to provide support services for children taken under the wing of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Fifty years later, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults still provides this support. But the now-county department has expanded services for early prevention, intervention, and adult services.

Vision:

To better the lives of children and adults in Harris County.

Special Projects Case Manager Overview:

Under the supervision of the Aftercare Supervisor, the Special Projects Case Manager position will be well versed in HAY Center services and will provide case management support to current and former foster youths and young adults between the ages of 16 through 25 as they work towards self-sufficiency. This position will be assigned specific job assignments for designated time periods to best support HAY Center programs.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Wraparound case management special projects include providing intensive case management to address current and former foster youths transitional needs by engaging in program intakes, case planning, self-sufficiency assessments, wraparound meetings, and face-to-face contact with clients on a consistent basis.

• Workforce case management special projects include case management support to HAY Center youths and young adults as they navigate employment training programs.

• Educational case management special projects include case management support to HAY Center youths and young adults by assisting with educational events (College Tours, College Bound Experience, College Fairs, etc.).

• Housing case management special projects include case management support to HAY Center youths and young adults as they navigate the process of securing and maintain stable housing.

• Teaches state mandated life skills curriculum via classroom setting during peak seasons (typically Spring Break and Summer) in six core curriculum areas.

• Participates in and attends HAY Center events.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree majoring in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or other Behavioral or Social Science and two (2) years of full-time paid case management (including case documentation) experience working with youth in a social service setting.

OR

• Masters’ degree majoring in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or other Behavioral or Social Science and one (1) year of full-time paid case management (including case documentation) experience working with youth in a social service setting.

PLUS:

• Training and experience using a personal computer with a variety of software such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Case Management Software.

Licensure:

• Reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license (Texas) and auto liability insurance.

• Ability to become CPR certified.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of adolescent/transition age youth stages of development.

• Follows written and oral instructions.

• Possesses excellent organizational skills.

• Must be detailed oriented and self-motivated.

• Must interact with all levels of staff.

• Have excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Problem solve and demonstrate critical thinking skills.

• Works with limited supervision and independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Maintains confidentiality.

• Interacts and maintains professional working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.

• Exercises flexibility, tact, and diplomacy.

• Ability to drive 15 passenger van.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

• Bilingual in English/Spanish

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-time

• Monday -- Friday 8:00 a.m. -- 5:00 p.m. OR Monday -- Friday 9:00 a.m. -- 6:00 p.m. (Some Saturdays)

Salary Range:

• $50,003.20 --$53,040.00 (Annually)

• Based on 26 Pay Periods

• Plus, Mileage Reimbursement

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Salary : $50,003 - $53,040