TDCJ - Case Manager IV - Reentry Coordinator

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Iowa Park (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice is seeking a Reentry Case Manager IV to perform comprehensive assessments of risk and needs for released individuals. You will build individualized reentry plans, coordinate services, and assist with release logistics, including ID documents, benefits, and transportation.

The role emphasizes documentation, timely follow-through, and collaboration with staff, families, and community partners. TRAS End-User certification is required within 60 days.

Qualifications

• 4 years of work experience or a bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in case management, rehabilitation, reentry, workforce development, education, or correctional programming.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 for documentation and data management.
• Ability to build relationships with unit staff, program partners, employers and community organizations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; timely follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Provide reentry case management with risk and needs assessments.
• Develop tailored reentry plans based on inmate goals and circumstances.
• Coordinate services such as obtaining social security cards, birth records, ID cards, and connecting to public benefits.
• Coordinate release by working with families and staff; review parole certificates and secure electronic monitors.
• Ensure release funds, medications, and appropriate clothing are provided; document services and prepare reports.
• Be End-User certified in the Texas Risk Assessment System (TRAS) within 60 days.

Skills

Organization

Multitasking

Clear communication

Documentation

Computer skills

Teamwork

Reentry/rehabilitation

4 years experience or Bachelor's

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Job Duties

Job Duties:This position reports to the Allred unit daily, with potential to assist and or provide coverage at other units, based on need. Day-to-day functions include providing reentry case management-conducting a comprehensive assessment of risk and needs; building a reentry plans tailored to the individual inmate's goals and circumstances; coordinating services such as ordering replacement social security cards, certified birth records, state of Texas identification cards and connecting individuals to public benefits as appropriate, release planning, and securing employment.The Reentry Coordinator is responsible for developing and maintaining records for inmates, documenting services and preparing summary reports. Responsibilities also include coordinating release by working with families and division support staff, reviewing and signing parole certificates with the population, securing electronic monitors, providing bus tickets and essential identification documents, and ensuring release funds, medications and appropriate clothing are provided. This position is essential; work schedules are tailored to division needs. Successful candidates must become End-User certified in the Texas Risk Assessment System (TRAS) to be completed during a weeklong off-site training course in Austin or Huntsville within the first 60-days of employment. You'd be a GOOD fit if:You are organized and can manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and moving pieces at the same time.You communicate clearly and professionally with staff, leadership, participants, and outside partners.You can hold yourself accountable and can maintain positive professional working relationships.You understand the importance of accurate documentation and timely follow-through.You have experience in computer operations, including email, database entry, and use of common software applications.You work well as part of a team and are willing to step in where needed to keep the program moving.You are interested in rehabilitation, reentry, career readiness, and helping individuals prepare for successful transition.You have 4 years of work experience or a bachelor's degreeYou'd be a GREAT fit if:You have experience in case management, rehabilitation, reentry, workforce development, education, or correctional programming.You are proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications and can use a computer effectively for documentation, data management and communication.You are someone who notices gaps, develops solutions, and follows those solutions through to completion.You can build productive relationships with unit staff, program partners, employers, and community organizations.You bring ideas to the table and are interested in helping program development, and meaningful reentry work.You have 4 years of work experience or a bachelor's degree.

You'd be a GOOD fit if:

• You are organized and can manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and moving pieces at the same time.
• You communicate clearly and professionally with staff, leadership, participants, and outside partners.
• You can hold yourself accountable and can maintain positive professional working relationships.
• You understand the importance of accurate documentation and timely follow-through.
• You have experience in computer operations, including email, database entry, and use of common software applications.
• You work well as part of a team and are willing to step in where needed to keep the program moving.
• You are interested in rehabilitation, reentry, career readiness, and helping individuals prepare for successful transition.
• You have 4 years of work experience or a bachelor's degree

You'd be a GREAT fit if:

• You have experience in case management, rehabilitation, reentry, workforce development, education, or correctional programming.
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications and can use a computer effectively for documentation, data management and communication.
• You are someone who notices gaps, develops solutions, and follows those solutions through to completion.
• You can build productive relationships with unit staff, program partners, employers, and community organizations.
• You bring ideas to the table and are interested in helping program development, and meaningful reentry work.
• You have 4 years of work experience or a bachelor's degree.

Case Manager IV Additional Information

Travel 25% - Position may spend 15 nights away per month Work Site Visits No Study Material Yes Pre-Service Training Academy Required No Hazardous Duty/Longevity Pos tion Hazardous Duty

Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term o