Electronic Monitoring Case Manager; Full Time

N FLSA : Non-Exempt Division : MH Salary : $20.65 per hour. Sign on bonus may be available. Shift : M-F 8am - 5pm; may require a flexible work schedule; Y Travel required : Y Settings : office, field POSITION SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE: The Criminal Justice Case Manager is responsible for the successful implementation of the Texas Correctional Office for Offenders with Medical and Mental Impairments (TCOOMMI) program. This position coordinates with and maintain positive relationships with local law enforcement, the judiciary, and family members or offenders with serious mental illness to ensure the implementation of successful Jail Diversion program. The Criminal Justice Case Manager provides case management to clients in the TCOOMMI program, including coordination of services and monitoring of mental health treatment needs of individuals who are on probation or parole. This position works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human growth and development, physician assistance, gerontology, special education, educational psychology, early childhood education or early childhood intervention or a bachelor's degree with at least 30 hours of coursework in the previous fields. Experience Required: At least 1 year experience working in mental health field preferred. Registration, Certification, Licensure or other Qualifications Required: Must maintain a valid Texas Driver's license, auto liability insurance and a driving record acceptable to PermiaCare's insurance requirements. Serve as a member of the treatment team, coordinating and providing services as needed. Complete crisis screening to determine level of risk. Monitor patient requirements within TRR model to ensure required services are offered and provided per UM guidelines and HHSC performance contract. Utilize a variety of skills training in conjunction with IMR and may utilize the following intervention strategies: instruction, positive feedback, repetition, role play, behavioral reversal, in-vivo practice and coaching. Meet unit performance measures or targets. Maintain regular and reliable physical on-site attendance. Comply with the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation policy and reporting requirements. Adhere to the Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior policy requirements. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with individuals served and their families, supervisors, co-workers and visitors by demonstrating cooperative, courteous and respectful behavior at all times. Answer phone, collect phone messages and respond to requests timely and accurately. Display professionalism when representing PermiaCare and the program in the community. Maintain compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures. Maintain valid and current driver's license, auto insurance, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation at all times. Complete all training as assigned prior to due date. Participate in community activities and/or attends community meetings as needed. Ability to express self clearly and effectively, orally and in writing. Effective time management skills. Exceptional customer service skills, including positive attitude. Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Electronic Health Records (EHR). Ability to display comfort in interacting with individuals of diverse cultural, ethnic and economic backgrounds and with social service, healthcare, educational and criminal justice organizations, as needed. Ability to maintain highly confidential information. Ability to plan and schedule work and implement directives without constant supervision. Model professionalism by appropriate dress, language, ethics and work habits. Ability to drive personal and/or company vehicle. This position may require travel to agency program sites, community and residential sites, and/or locations outside the PermiaCare catchment area. This position may require transport of agency individuals and/or individuals served. Light Lifting, under 15 lbs Light Carrying, under 15 lbs Walking Standing Sitting Operating office equipment Operating motor vehicle Ability to see Hearing (with aid) Ability to write Ability to count Ability to read Ability to tell time Other (specify): driving required. May require some travel after hours and overnight. Travel Inside Working closely with others Working alone ADA Statement: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. This job description does not constitute an employment contract with PermiaCare.