Caseworker

$42,000 - $90,000/Yr

Texas Association Of Counties - Victoria, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Victoria, TX

About the position

The Caseworker position at Crossroads Defenders is integral to providing comprehensive support to clients involved in the criminal justice system. This role focuses on addressing the underlying social, economic, and health issues that contribute to clients' legal challenges. The Caseworker will collaborate closely with the legal team to develop individualized service plans and coordinate referrals to community resources, ensuring holistic representation and better outcomes for clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive intakes and assessments of clients
• Develop individualized service plans to address clients' needs
• Coordinate and provide referrals to community resources for mental health, substance abuse treatment, housing, education, and employment services
• Assist clients in accessing public benefits and social services
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop mitigation strategies for sentencing
• Prepare social history reports and recommendations for court proceedings
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client interactions and services provided
• Develop and maintain relationships with community partners and service providers
• Participate in case discussions with the legal team to ensure holistic representation
• Assist in data collection and analysis to evaluate program effectiveness
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. (College preferred)
• Entry-level experience in legal or social work field
• Valid Texas driver's license and reliable motor vehicle
• Skilled at drafting and editing documents and forms
• Ability to run reports and analyze case data from case management systems
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system and its impact on individuals and communities
• Strong assessment, intervention, and case management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with diverse, mentally ill, drug addicted, homeless, and indigent populations
• Familiarity with community resources and public benefits systems in the Crossroads Region
• Fully proficient with modern technology, including Microsoft Office and communication tools

Benefits

• Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance
• Prescription drug coverage and optional FSA
• Enrollment in the Texas County and District Retirement System with a guaranteed 7% rate of return, 200% match, and a lifetime benefit after the vesting period
• Tuition Assistance
• Discounted membership to Citizens HealthPlex Gym and Spa
• Optional Group Rates for Term Life, AD&D, and Disability Policies