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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Case Manager in AUSTIN, Texas
Job/Position DescriptionProgram Specialist III: Provides supervision and case management services to sexually violent predators that have been Civilly Committed to a sex offender treatment program under the Health and Safety Code, Chapter 841. Conducts monitoring and surveillance on clients through global positioning satellite tracking and/or electronic monitoring. Coordinates services for clients that have been civilly committed and enforces all conditions and terms of the civil commitment. Work is performed with limited supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on as needed basis, when requested by the agency. (100%) Conduct interviews with clients that have been committed to the sexually violent predator treatment program and ensures compliance with all court commitment orders. Completes required documentation within specific time frames. Installs and provides monitoring and surveillance on clients tracked by Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) Systems. Audits and investigates clientand#146;s locations compared to GPS tracking. Conducts face to face field visits to client's location, including home residence. Documents all contacts with clients or collateral contacts related to the client utilizing a database, and all pertinent facts and events concerning the client. Documents referrals, correspondence, and any and all other pertinent information. Coordinates and/or provides transportation of sexually violent predators. Coordinates scheduled activities for clients. Must respond to emergency situation and/or alerts while on duty. Registrations, Licensure Requirements or CertificationsMust possess a valid Texas Driverand#146;s LicenseMust provide proof of liability insurance on the vehicle that will be used while on duty.Knowledge Skills AbilitiesKnowledge of probation, parole, case management supervision techniques and guidelines. Knowledge of sex offenders, violent offenders and psychopaths. Knowledge of sexual violence, sexual assault cycles and behavioral profiling. Knowledge of sexual assault victim issues. Knowledge of sexual offender laws including but not limited to laws pertaining to the registration and child safety zones. Knowledge of sex offender treatment, global positioning satellites and/or electronic monitoring. Knowledge and skills of/in providing case management services. Skill in coordinating case management services. Skill in dealing with sex offenders and violent offenders. Skill in dealing with mental professionals and courts. Skill in conducting interviews with clients and witnesses. Ability to organize and complete work in a timely fashion. Ability to work productively and cooperatively with various professional disciplines, Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and to use word processing skills. Ability to prepare comprehensive and accurate reports, and to work effectively with a variety of individuals and groups. Ability to interpret state statutes, rules and regulations. Ability to testify in Civil, Administrative, and District Courts. Ability to conduct and/or review complaints regarding violations. Ability to work independently. Ability to meet strict guidelines and work on multiple projects with rapidly changing priorities. Initial Screening CriteriaBachelor's degree. Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology or a directly related field from an accredited college or university. https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=589137 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.