CSO/Case Manager (Adult Probation)

Harris County (TX) • Houston, TX

110d • $4,439 - $5,350

About The Position

The CSO/Case Manager (Adult Probation) provides responsible supervision to assigned clients to ensure compliance with Court ordered conditions thereby providing a service to the Courts of Harris County, the community and the clients on probation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree conferred by an institution of higher education accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
• Must possess (or obtain within one year of appointment to this position) the state mandated qualifications for a Community Supervision Officer.
• Must become certified in and maintain certification with the TRAS.
• Must meet the minimum requirements for access to Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS).
• Must have a valid Texas Class C Automobile Operator's License and must be insurable under the Department's automobile insurance program.

Responsibilities

• Supervises clients to monitor compliance with the orders of the Courts.
• Refers clients to appropriate community resource agencies in an effort to effectuate their rehabilitation.
• Ensures that all fees are paid on a timely basis.
• Schedule CAST assessments and assist with referrals and perform reassessments.
• Maintains accurate chronologicals on all client activity.
• Assists the Courts in revocation hearings as necessary.
• Prepares monthly statistical reports.
• Notifies the Court immediately, through proper channels, of any violation of probation.
• Implements Evidence-Based Practices such as Motivational Interviewing in caseload management.
• Ensures compliance with all Community Justice Assistance Division Standards.
• Conducts face-to-face and collateral contact with clients in the community.
• May require travel to the Harris County CSCD regions as needed.
• Observes the collection of urine samples for drug screening on clients on probation.
• Must work at least one late night each week.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Contributes to and helps create a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a cooperative and amicable manner with supervisors, coworkers, subordinates and members of the public.
• Work overtime as required.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave
• Sick Leave
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule
• METRO RideSponsor Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees