GRO Case Manager

*About Us:* Established in 1977, Hill Country Youth Ranch is a non-profit charitable corporation licensed by the Health and Human Service Commission to provide a safe, loving, and life-enhancing Christian environment for children and young adults, building a family like support system for our residents as they overcome the effects of trauma and abuse.
HCYR offers a broad continuum of services, including residential treatment and traditional family care (where we help children heal and grow through an individualized, trauma informed approach), transitional living for young adults, and long-term support for alumni.
We are a faith-based organization and consider every position one of ministry.
Hill Country Youth Ranch is hiring direct care staff for multiple positions at their Ingram and Leakey campuses located in Texas.
*Minimum Qualifications:* High School Diploma or GED.
Two years of business office experience, including the use of Word, Excel, and Outlook Programs.
Valid TX driver's License plus a record of safe and responsible driving.
* Must be 21 years of age or older.
* Must have a valid driver's license.
* Must complete The Diana Screen®.
* Must pass criminal background checks and drug screen.
* Must have current TB (tuberculosis) screening or obtain a new one.
*Knowledge/Skills:* Able to form and maintain positive relationships with school personnel, residents, and staff.
Able to adapt quickly to a changing enviornment.
Basic Function: Transports children.
Assists Case Management Director and Clinical Director with various tasks.
Prepares and distributes various resident information reports.
*This position is subject to mandatory drug testing and any offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results from a drug screen conducted for the agency.
This position is exempt from overtime and may require more than 40 hours a week.
* *Responsibilities/Tasks:* 1.
Reports regularly to the Case Management Director regarding communication with CPS caseworkers, including regarding their concerns about children placed, their special requests, and other relevant issues.
2.
Assist with and coordinates written and verbal communication between residents and their therapists, psychiatrist, caseworkers and other social workers, and school personnel.
3.
Keeps accurate records of scheduled court hearings and Permanent Planning Meetings for residents.
Communicates this information to the Case Management Director and to appropriate direct care staff and support staff.
4.
Processes resident requests for off-campus trips, visitations, and phone calls.
5.
Communicates with CPS caseworkers in a professional manner to build positive case management relationships that benefit residents.
6.
Reviews and distributes written correspondence between residents and their family members or friends.
7.
Transport residents to various appointments off campus and on campus.
Accompany and supervise residents as necessary.
May also transport residents for other various reasons as related to resident’s transportation needs.
8.
Makes sure that residents arrive at all scheduled appointments on a timely basis.
9.
Provide support for the Case Management Director.
10.
Attends or assists in ARD program.
Facilitates transfer of school information to appropriate direct care staff.
11.
Assist in scheduling dental and medical appointments, case worker visits, lawyer visits, CASA visits, and family visits for residents.
12.
Prepare and maintain appropriate resident documents.
Maintains medical records, daily logs, and incident reports on a daily basis in an up-to-date manner.
13.
Administers medication, CPR and First Aid to residents according to training guidelines, as required.
14.
Maintain clean, orderly, and sanitary conditions in vehicles, work station, and any facility areas used.
15.
Know, understand, and follow all HCYR Policies and Procedures as well as Child Care Licensing Standards.
16.
Meet minimum standards for professional growth.
Keep current in mandated training, per HCYR policy and TDFPS standards.
17.
Work assigned schedule and comply with Hill Country Youth Ranch’s timekeeping policy.
18.
Reports need facility/vehicle repairs immediately to supervisor and Maintenance department.
19.
Demonstrate responsibility, maturity, and role modeling in all interactions with staff and children.
Follow HCYR policies and code of conduct serving as the social, moral, ethical, and legal role model for children.
20.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $2,200.
00 per month Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 12 hour shift * Day shift * Evenings as needed * Evening shift * Morning shift * Weekends as needed Ability to Relocate: * Leakey, TX 78873: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person