Case Manager; Juvenile Mental Health Grant

The Case Manager provides guidance, coordination, and case management services to youth and families involved in the juvenile justice system, court-ordered placements, or community-based supervision programs. The Case Manager assesses client and family needs, links them to community resources, and monitors engagement to promote long-term success, family stabilization, and reduction in recidivism. This role may involve facilitating group or life skills classes, parenting programs, and other educational or therapeutic interventions.

• Develop and implement individualized case plans aligned with treatment objectives.
• Conduct home visits and community assessments to evaluate family functioning and identify needs.
• Refer youth and families to community-based, educational, mental health, and social services; monitor engagement and progress.
• Facilitate communication between youth, families, service providers, attorneys, and other stakeholders.
• Provide supportive skill-building and counseling to youth and families, promoting coping, social, self-regulation, resiliency, and independent living skills.
• Document case activities in accordance with Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD), Texas Health and Human Services Commission (THHSC), and departmental standards.
• Perform data entry, file audits, and maintain case records for compliance and reporting purposes.

• Conduct group sessions on life skills, job readiness, and parenting.
• Facilitate adolescent and family counseling sessions, ensuring engagement and respect.
• Implement evidence-based and promising practices, including Effective Practices in Community Supervision (EPICS).

• Coordinate activities with interdisciplinary teams, juvenile court staff, and contracted service providers.
• Act as liaison between youth, families, attorneys, health organizations, and community agencies.
• Maintain compliance with grant-funded programs and other regulatory requirements.
• Identify service gaps, barriers, and problem areas, and recommend policy or procedural improvements.

• Work non-traditional hours, on call as needed, and travel for home visits and meetings.
• Participate in emergency response and other duties as assigned during proclaimed emergencies.

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related field.

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience considered.

One (1) year case management or social work experience with at-risk youth; experience in juvenile justice preferred.

Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license.

Must be able to be insured by the County’s insurance carrier.

• Knowledge of Texas laws, codes, and standards related to juvenile services.
• Knowledge of community resources, case management principles, and program policies.
• Skill in group facilitation and conducting interviews and assessments.
• Ability to develop and implement service plans and evaluate effectiveness.
• Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with youth, families, and community partners.