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Raul Yzaguirre School for Success lists this Resolve, Case Worker opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Case Worker
Reports To: Child Placing Agency Program Director
Organization: Tejano Center
Division: Child Placing Agency
Location: 3103 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77003
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time
Work Calendar Status: 12 Months (238 Days)
Position Summary
The Foster Program Case Worker provides case management and support services to children placed in foster care and the foster families who care for them. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety, well-being, and permanency of children by conducting assessments, coordinating services, monitoring placements, maintaining compliance with state licensing standards, and collaborating with Child Protective Services (CPS) and community partners.
Education and Experience
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related human services field preferred.
Degree should include at least nine (9) semester hours in family and individual dynamics.
Experience:
Applicants with a non-human services degree must have two (2) years of full-time experience in a licensed child placing agency.
Minimum one (1) year of experience in a child placing agency under the supervision of a Child Placing Administrator.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Manage a caseload of assigned foster children and families.
Complete assessments, case plans, admissions, and permanency planning.
Conduct monthly home visits with foster children and caregivers.
Monitor foster homes for compliance with agency and state requirements.
Coordinate services with CPS, community providers, and agency staff.
Provide guidance, support, and crisis intervention to foster families.
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential case documentation.
Investigate and report incidents or policy violations.
Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws pertaining to student data reporting
Knowledge of TEA Student Attendance Accounting Handbook and PEIMS/TSDS Data Standards, TREX, Unique ID
Skill in computer applications and software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Student Information Systems) to develop or maintain spreadsheets, databases and perform word processing
Ability to present oral and written information in a comprehensive and organized manner in group or individual settings
Ability to communicate effectively and provide a high level of customer service to co-workers, staff and district personnel in resolving related issues
Ability to work independently and perform a variety of complex activities simultaneously
Ability to meet established deadlines
Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
Ability to use personal computer, develop spreadsheets, databases, and perform word processing
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Team oriented and self-motivated
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Mental Demands:
Manage multiple priorities and frequent interruptions.
Maintain emotional control and professionalism in stressful situations.
Exercise sound judgment while handling confidential information.
Environmental Factors:
Office and community-based work with frequent local travel.
Occasional evening, weekend, holiday, and after-hours emergency response.
Equal Opportunity Statement Tejano Center for Community Concerns is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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