Caseworker 2 - 1381

CENTRAL COUNTIES CENTER FOR MENTAL•Belton, TX

8d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

The Caseworker 2 performs complex, journey-level casework in a jail setting at Bell County Jail in Belton, Texas. The role conducts court-ordered assessments within the employee’s authorized qualifications and assigned responsibilities, screens individuals for behavioral health service needs, and reviews clinical records and service history to inform recommendations for treatment and services. The position works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment. The position is funded through an agreement with Bell County, and employment is contingent upon continued funding. Day-to-day operational direction is provided by Bell County staff, with administrative oversight and clinical supervision from Central Counties Services, consistent with the applicable agreement. The role is based on-site and involves direct interaction with detained or incarcerated individuals, frequent interruptions, changing priorities, and potentially challenging or unpredictable situations. Travel is up to 10%, and the job shift is listed as any. The position requires effective, professional interaction with individuals receiving services, jail staff, court officials, and other providers; adherence to confidentiality and applicable procedures; and the ability to perform essential duties safely, with or without reasonable accommodation. Employment with Central Counties Services is at-will. The organization is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

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 of trauma-informed care principles, including cultural sensitivity, and 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 community resources.
Skill in interviewing individuals, gathering relevant information, and documenting findings accurately.
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals receiving services, jail personnel, court officials, and other service providers.
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, electronic records systems, and other technology required for assigned duties.
Ability to plan and organize work, manage competing priorities, carry out directives with appropriate independence, and meet documentation and reporting deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in accordance with Center policy and applicable requirements.
Demonstrate conduct consistent with the Center’s values and Policies and Procedures Manual, supporting problem-solving, trust, conflict resolution, and responsive service.
Maintain a professional appearance and conduct when representing the Center.
Work cooperatively and productively with supervisors, individuals receiving services, coworkers, and other professionals.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with jail personnel, court officials, other agencies, and the public using tact, courtesy, and sound judgment.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
Successfully complete required background screening and meet applicable jail access requirements.
Be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; see, hear, and communicate effectively; use a computer, telephone, and standard office equipment for prolonged periods; perform repetitive tasks such as typing, filing, and data entry; and lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
Respond appropriately to challenging or unpredictable situations, including safely de-escalating and managing interactions with individuals who may exhibit verbally or physically escalated behavior, in accordance with training and Center policies.
Maintain professionalism, sound judgment, appropriate interpersonal interactions, concentration, and the ability to respond appropriately in stressful or crisis situations, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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 psychoeducational 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, and follow established scheduling and absence notification procedures.
Perform related duties as assigned.