MOBILE CASE AIDE - JOURDANTON - HYBRID

Job Description

Job Description

The candidate must reside within the following county(s) within Region 8b : Atascosa, Frio, Wilson, or Karnes County

PRIMARY FUNCTION / RESPONSIBILTY

This position functions as an assistant to agency staff and supervisors in providing human services to Child Protective Services (CPS) clients, including transportation and documentation of services provided. It also includes supervising visitations between parents and children and providing various clerical functions. The position interacts routinely with Belong staff, representatives from various organizations, and the public. Although this is classified as a Hybrid position, there will still be required traveling 95% of the time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides transportation for clients to and from appointments as requested by caseworkers and / or Unit Supervisor.
• Travel is required for this position, up to 95% of the work week.
• Observes and / or supervises parent and child visits.
• Completes appropriate forms and documentation concerning client contact including data entry into IMPACT and other agency systems.
• Maintain out-going paper and / or electronic appointment calendar for scheduling requests made by caseworkers / supervisor.
• Performs required duties to maintain unit operations including performing various clerical duties such as typing, filing, faxing, copying, answering / receiving telephone inquiries, etc.
• Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts.
• Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES

REQUIRED :

Acceptable Substitutions :

Registration or Licensure Requirements :

This position requires use of the applicant's personal motor vehicle to complete job functions.

Applicants for positions must have a reliable motor vehicle; an acceptable driving record for the past five years; a current, valid Texas driver's license appropriate for the vehicle and passenger or cargo load that applies to the job; and proof of insurance. Applicants must provide proof of driving record, insurance, and license.

Additional Information :

Mobile Case Aides may be required to work together with Belong caseworkers in providing supervision of children without placement (CWOP). Children can vary in age, but primarily the population that will be worked with is children that can range from 10 to 17 years of age. Responsibilities of the position include assisting the Belong caseworker with monitoring children and ensuring needs are met during their office or community location stay to include safety, food, hygiene, education, and entertainment / recreational activities. This could require working outside of the normal work schedule. If so, overtime compensation may be earned.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP / REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Supervised by : Unit Supervisor

Supervises : N / A