Caseworker, Social Work

Caseworker 2 - 1381# Caseworker 2 - 1381

Bell County Jail - Belton, TX 76513## Overview Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education  Level4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage Up to 10%## Description
** Minimum Starting Hourly Rate: $23.30/hr
**** Maximum Starting Hourly Rate - Dependent on Qualifications
**** Benefits**
* ** Health**
* ** Dental**
* ** Vision**
* ** Life Insurance**
* ** Generous Paid Time Off - 9.23 hrs per pay period**
* ** 10 Observed Company Paid Holidays**
* ** 8 Hours Annual Volunteer Time Off**
* ** Retirement Plan w/ Employer Match**
* ** Employee Assistance Program
** GENERAL DESCRIPTION This position is funded through an agreement with Bell County, and employment is contingent upon continued funding. Performs complex, journey-level casework in a jail setting. Responsibilities include conducting court-ordered assessments within the employee’s authorized qualifications and assigned responsibilities, screening individuals for behavioral health service needs, and reviewing available clinical records and service history to inform recommendations for treatment and services.

Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Conduct mental health assessments pursuant to magistrates’ orders, consistent with applicable qualifications, training, and supervision requirements. Submit required documentation within established court and program deadlines.
* Screen individuals at intake for potential eligibility for services through Central Counties Services or other behavioral health resources. Review available clinical records and service history to inform recommendations.
* Assist in leading psycho educational and skills groups for individuals housed in the jail’s mental health pod.
* Provide group instruction and support to individuals found incompetent to stand trial using approved program materials and within assigned responsibilities.
* Meet face-to-face with individuals receiving services in the jail setting to identify psychosocial, economic, and physical needs relevant to service recommendations.
* Serve as a liaison and advocate among individuals receiving services, jail staff, court officials, pretrial services, Bell County social workers, Mental Health Deputies, community organizations, and other service providers.
* Participate in mental health specialty court hearings, as assigned, concerning individuals identified as eligible or potentially eligible for services.
* Meet applicable service delivery, documentation, and minimum service requirements established by the Center, the program, and applicable Texas administrative rules.
* Document and submit encounters and interventions using approved reporting forms within 48 hours of the encounter, or sooner when required by a court order, program requirement, or Center policy.
* Prepare monthly electronic reports for Central Counties Services documenting the types and number of mental health interventions provided during the reporting period.
* Complete required training, cross-training, and continuing education to maintain competency, meet applicable professional requirements, and support consistent program procedures.
* Demonstrate high ethical standards, trustworthiness, and personal integrity in carrying out assigned duties.
* Maintain regular attendance, dependability, and promptness during assigned work hours to support timely jail-based services and consistent program operations. Follow established scheduling and absence notification procedures.
* Perform related duties as assigned.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
* Experience/Education/Licensing/Certification
* Experience providing casework services, including assessing individual needs and coordinating access to appropriate services and resources.
* Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in behavioral sciences, social sciences, humanities, or a related field.
* Meet and maintain the qualifications, training, credentials, and supervision requirements applicable to assigned court-ordered assessments. Required qualifications must be verified before these duties are assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles, including cultural sensitivity, and the ability to apply these practices within the scope of assigned duties.
* Knowledge of mental illness, the emotional components of physical illness, rehabilitation methods, casework principles and practices, and…