TDCJ - Case Manager IV - Reentry Coordinator

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Tennessee Colony (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice in Texas is seeking a Case Manager IV - Reentry Coordinator to manage reentry cases, perform comprehensive risk/needs assessments, and coordinate release plans with families and staff. The role involves linking offenders to benefits, securing documents, and ensuring all release logistics are in place.

The position requires strong documentation, a proficient command of Microsoft Office 365, and the ability to work with partners, employers, and community

Qualifications

• 4 years of work experience or a bachelor's degree.
• Experience in case management, rehabilitation, reentry, workforce development, education, or correctional programming.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Ability to build relationships with staff, partners, employers, and community organizations.
• Strong documentation and data management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide reentry case management and conduct comprehensive risk/needs assessments.
• Develop tailored reentry plans aligned to inmates' goals and circumstances.
• Coordinate services such as replacement Social Security cards, birth records, state IDs and connecting to benefits.
• Coordinate release planning with families and division staff; review and sign parole certificates.
• Secure electronic monitors, bus tickets, IDs, release funds, medications and clothing.
• Maintain inmate records and prepare summary reports.
• Prepare for TRAS end-user certification within 60 days of employment.

Skills

Organized

Clear communication

Documentation

Computer skills

Team player

Reentry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Job Duties

This position reports to the COFFIELD 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 inmates 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 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 - Reentry Coordinator

Additional Information

Travel 25% - Position may spend 1-5 nights away per month Work Site Visits No Study Material Yes Pre-Service Training Academy Required No Hazar ous Duty/Longevity Position Hazardous

Contact Information

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

Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Emily Eisenman Harmony LopezHiring Manager OR Human Resources512-671-2108 [e-mail] [e-mail]

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Eligibility

EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of fin