TDCJ - Human Services Specialist VII - Continuity of Care - GRANT FUNDED

Job Description

Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.

**This position is a temporary position grant-funded through

03/31/2027. Continued employment is contingent upon adequate

funding and the need for the position as determined by the agency.**

Job Duties:

This HSS VII position reports to the Hightower unit while providing coverage for other units, as needed.  You will provide direct case management to inmates with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) who are preparing for release from prison.  You will work with identified inmates pre and post release and up to 180 days.

The HSS VII is tasked with identifying barriers to a successful transition to the community and putting together a continuity of care plan using motivational interviewing and research of medical records and community resources  Once a plan is made, post-release strategies begin.  Relationships with our community partners are imperative.  Post-release appointments are made prior to release with follow ups to the clinic and the client to ensure attendance.   The HSS VII will continue to follow-up with clients 30, 60 and 90 days post release.

You will also keep records up to date, complete reports, correspondence, and review data to prepare summaries.  This role requires you to stay organized, make sound decisions, and work independently while still collaborating with others when needed.

You'd be a GOOD fit if:

You are organized and can manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

You communicate clearly and professionally with staff, leadership, medical, and outside partners.

You can hold yourself accountable and can maintain positive professional working relationships.

You understand the importance of accurate documentation and timely follow-through.

You have experience in computer operations and software applications including email and database entry.

You can explain continuity of care.

You have 4 years of related work experience and a bachelor's degree or 8 years of related work experience.

You have knowledge of HIV barriers to services.

You'd be a GREAT fit if:

You have experience in HIV case management.

You are proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications and can use a computer effectively for documentation, data management and communication.

You can build productive relationships with unit staff, unit medical, providers, community partners and community resources.

You can explain continuity of care and why it is important.

You have knowledge of medical terminology.

You have knowledge of community resources.

You are self-motivated, take initiative and can remain on task independently.

You have 4 years of related work experience and a bachelor's degree.

You have criminal justice experience.

You have experience working with (volunteer work counts) people with HIV.

*For the full Job Description, please click the link below:

Human Services Specialist VII - Continuity of Care

Additional Information:

Travel

None - Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips

Work Site Visits

No

Study Material

No

Pre-Service Training Academy Required

No

Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position

Longevity

*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

Contact Information:

Questions concerning this                                               Questions concerning the application

position can be directed to:                                              process can be directed to:

Tawnya Archer                                                                           Harmony Lopez

Hiring Manager                                               OR                      Human Resources

512-671-2134                                                                              936-437-3069

Tawnya.Archer@tdcj.texas.gov                                                    hr.selectionsteam1@tdcj.texas.gov

Important Note to the Candidate:

**This position is a temporary position grant-funded through

03/31/2027. Continued employment is contingent upon adequate

funding and the need for the position as determined by the agency.**

Military Preference

To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

Military Occupation Specialty Codes

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click on the occupational category for the position.

Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.

The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

Eligibility

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.

EEO Statement:

The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.  You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.