783 Rural Jail Caseworker

West Texas Centers MHMR; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

West Texas Centers MHMR is seeking a Case Manager to provide ongoing case management and rehabilitative services to individuals with behavioral health needs within the community. The role focuses on helping clients access medical, social, vocational, and educational services while supporting recovery and independence.

The position requires flexible hours, extensive documentation, and self-directed performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to document and track service delivery accurately.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in accessing medical, social, vocational, and educational services.
• Develop individualized service and recovery plans.
• Coordinate, monitor, and document all services provided.
• Advocate for client needs and rights within the community.
• Provide crisis intervention and resolution.
• Deliver rehabilitative services to reduce symptoms and disabilities.
• Facilitate skills training and psychosocial rehabilitation.
• Perform symptom management and wellness checks.
• Maintain contact with clients, families, and providers.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Client advocacy

Documentation

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Case Manager provides on-going case management and rehabilitative services to individuals with behavioral health needs. This role is essential in helping clients gain access to medical, social, vocational, and educational services while supporting their recovery and independence within the community.

The position requires flexible hours, extensive documentation, and self-directed performance. Travel and the use of a personal vehicle are required. The Case Manager reports to the Regional Program Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in accessing medical, social, vocational, and educational services
• Develop individualized service and recovery plans
• Coordinate, monitor, and document all services provided
• Advocate for client needs and rights within the community
• Provide crisis intervention and resolution
• Deliver rehabilitative services focused on reducing symptoms and disabilities related to mental illness
• Facilitate skills training and psychosocial rehabilitation to enhance daily functioning
• Perform symptom management services, including monitoring and wellness checks
• Maintain regular contact with clients, families, and service providers
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, HHSC standards, and all regulatory requirements

Position Requirements

• Required: Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university
• Must have and maintain a valid Driver's License and driving record that is acceptable for insurability through our insurance carrier.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.
• Applicants must reside within 70 mile radius of duty site