Transition Specialist

Transition Specialist

BCFS Health & Human Services is seeking a Transition Specialist who will use professional judgement and best practices to ensure quality case management services for youth transitioning out of foster care.

Required – Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Education, or a related Social Science field.

Required – 2 years of experience in case management, job development, or crisis intervention with youth, and experience in community building, event coordination, and public speaking.

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• Assess personal needs of PAL clients and provide case management resources.
• Advocate with human services, health, and court and criminal justice systems to resolve client issues.
• Assist youth in crisis by providing de‑escalation and developing a plan to resolve out‑of‑state crises.
• Develop detailed Individual Service Plans, meet regularly to assess progress and update plans.
• Maintain timely and accurate file documentation and data entry per PAL program requirements.
• Follow all HHS guidelines and policies concerning PAL TFSS services.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of contracts and agency policies and procedures.

• Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines applicable to this position.
• Participate/lead PAL program weekly, monthly events and activities.
• Work evenings or weekends as needed or requested by Program Director.
• Implement BCFS HHS safety protocols, including evacuating with children and staff during emergencies.
• Get approval for services via authorization form (2054) from HHS PAL staff.
• Show knowledge of community agencies and resources.
• Maintain confidentiality across all program operations.
• Maintain BCFS HHS professional and ethical standards of conduct as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Attend all required program trainings as applicable.
• Record all services and activities accurately, concisely, and timely using program forms and Salesforce database.
• Report suspected child abuse and neglect to Program Director and law enforcement.
• Maintain confidentiality with clients and staff.
• Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Maintain computer literacy required for the position.
• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team with minimal supervision.
• Travel as needed.
• Other duties assigned per grant requirements.

• Maintain certificates required for the position, including First Aid and CPR.
• Have a valid Texas Driver’s license with a clear driving record and reliable transportation.
• Pass a pre‑employment drug screen and random drug screens.
• Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
• Pass a pre‑employment and biennial criminal background and motor vehicle check (fingerprints required if lived out of state within past 5 years).

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In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws, BCFS Health & Human Services is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; the organization cannot sponsor visas.