Legal Program Supervisor
Harris County See More Job Openings by This Employer
- Full Time
- $51,188.80 - $58,156.80/year
- Houston, TX
- Position Description
Department History Overview
Harris County Resources for Children and Adults was founded in 1966 as Harris County Child Welfare to provide support services for the children taken under the wing of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Fifty years later, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults still provides this support. But the now-county department has expanded services for early prevention, intervention, and adult services.
Vision:
To better the lives of children and adults in Harris County.
Brief Position Overview:
The Harris County Guardianship Program serves as legal guardian for incapacitated adults. Under the supervision of the Deputy Director, this position provides direction and supervision to Legal Case Managers providing integrated social services for clients pending guardianship with the Harris County Probate Courts and to clients declared Wards of Harris County. Serves as a liaison between the Harris County Guardianship Program and the Probate Courts.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Acts as a Unit Supervisor to the Legal Case Managers who are certified guardians.
Conducts unit meetings regularly to monitor compliance with program objectives, Guardianship standards, and program policies and procedures.
Selects, supervises, and evaluates assigned staff.
Conducts or oversees staff conferences, six-month performance evaluations, initiates and implements disciplinary actions as warranted.
Provides for the training and motivation of staff development to make full use of individual capabilities and to meet changing system demands.
Acts as a Certified Guardian Supervisor to Legal Case Managers who are provisionally certified guardians.
Provides clinical guidance on case management issues to direct the services of case management staff.
Monitors casework to ensure effective and efficient service delivery for wards.
Reviews wards' physical, mental, and emotional well-being to assure proper placement and treatment is being delivered.
Monitors the ongoing field activities of the Legal Case Managers.
Conducts monthly case audits to ensure compliance with Council on Accreditation and Guardianship Standards, program policies, and the Estates Code.
Serves as the supervisor on call as scheduled.
Ensures adherence to the program policies and procedures by reviewing case documentation, generating reports, and analyzing data.
Meets deadlines for submitting reports and information as required by applicable state law and local court rules.
Serves as liaison between program and community partners, including vendors, other agencies, and the Probate Courts.
Conducts community presentations on the Guardianship Program.
Serves on agency and program committees.
Serves as a member of the Management Team and contributes to the development of policy and procedures, program goals and objectives, and program planning.
Reports to the Deputy Director and Director on matters needed to effectively administer the Guardianship Program.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
- Requirements
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences, Social Work, Public Administration or a related field.
Experience:
Minimum three (3) years of full-time paid work experience in case management working with adults in a Social Services setting.
Minimum two (2) years of supervisory experience in a Social Service setting.
Training and experience using a personal computer with a variety of software such as Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
Licensure:
Reliable transportation with a valid state of Texas driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
Must pass the Judicial Branch Certification Commission's criminal history check to obtain and maintain a Provisional Guardianship Certification within two (2) months of hire. Failure to obtain and maintain the certification will result in termination of employment.
Certification as a Texas Certified Guardian by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission or the ability to obtain such certification within one (1) year of employment. (Texas Government Code Chapter 155).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices, including program planning, contract requirements, budgeting, direction, coordination, and evaluation.
Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of case management and administration, case management documentation and records management.
Skill in emphasizing, valuing, and dealing successfully with the special capabilities, distinctive cultural histories, and unique needs of people of various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Skill in analyzing, interpreting, and applying Texas Estates Code and Guardianship Standards.
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Be self-discipline and dependable.
Meets deadlines to complete projects and assignments.
Multitask and work independently.
Contributes effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
Maintains the highest standards of ethical behavior, exercising honesty and integrity, respect, confidentiality, and fairness in the execution of their official responsibilities.
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with residential facilities, care providers, family members, benefit carriers, government officials and departments, community partners and resources, and the public.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
- General Information
Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-time | Regular
Monday – Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Salary:
$51,188.80--$58,156.80(Annually)
Work Location:
2525 Murworth Drive, Houston, TX 77054
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
- $51,188.80 - $58,156.80/year
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