Travis County, TX
Supportive Case Manager - SPW
Travis County, TX - Austin, Texas, United States, 78701
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Salary:
$80,027.76 Annually Location :
Jonestown, TX Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
25-10135 Department:
Health & Human Services Opening Date:
07/29/2025 Closing Date:
8/12/2025 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary This Special Project position has been created for the purpose of providing dedicated and rapid response to residents of Travis County experiencing hardship from the July 2025 floods. This position is open until filled with an expectation of a rapid hiring and on-boarding process.
Provides responsive case management during times of community crisis by assisting impacted individuals and families with emergency resources, temporary shelter, and long-term recovery planning.
Determines applicants' eligibility for a variety of financial assistance and social services. Interviews clients, collects and completes required eligibility documentation, determines eligibility for financial and social services assistance and monitors client progress and usage of assistance. Provides supportive case management services to clients and families. Develops client/family individualized service plans and monitors progress. Utilizes community resources to assist clients and their families. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a job classification within the Social Services job family. This classification is distinguished from other social services classes due to the eligibility-related functions and short-term case management for various clients. This classification interviews clients and collects eligibility documentation to determine appropriate social services assistance and monitors client progress and usage of assistance. Duties also include needs assessments, developing client service plans, and accessing community resources to assist clients with problem-solving assistance and functioning as an advocate on behalf of the client. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responds to community-wide emergencies by assisting with the intake and assessment of affected individuals and families, connecting them to urgent and ongoing resources such as housing, food, medical care, and financial relief. Partner with local emergency response teams, community organizations, and county departments to support disaster relief operations, including helping clients navigate recovery assistance programs. Conducts follow-up with clients impacted by the flood to assess recovery progress, address ongoing needs, and connect them with long-term recovery resources such as housing stability programs, trauma-informed care, and financial assistance. Maintains detailed documentation of services provided during emergency response, tracks client outcomes related to disaster recovery, and contributes data for program evaluation and emergency planning purposes. Interviews clients, collects and completes required documentation and determines eligibility for assistance based upon a variety of service regulations and procedures. Monitors and ensures contract and program compliance. May make home visits on an "as needed" basis for clients unable to come to the service site. Provides basic needs counseling and problem-solving assistance or case management services for clients. Conducts assessment of client needs. Develops casework/service plans, monitors progress and follow-up. Provides social services related to crisis intervention. Coordinates with other service agencies, organizations, and vendors to provide appropriate services and information for clients as well as referrals. Serves as an advocate on behalf of client. Makes appropriate referrals to other social service, education, and/or health agencies as needed. Interprets eligibility requirements, policy and procedures to clients, other agencies, vendors and governmental entities. Plans, organizes and participates in special projects, including outreach efforts, public speaking and special activities for client. Provides education and training to clients/community. Provides supportive case management, and service coordination to ensure maximum self-sufficiency and non-institutional living. May provide short-term independent living skills assistance and training. May assist clients in obtaining vocational and employment services, housing and basic needs, education. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in one of the Social or Behavioral Sciences AND two (2) years experience in social services related work;
OR,
Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Valid Texas Driver's License.
Preferred: Master's Degree
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of:
Policies, practices, procedures and terminology of assigned function. Local social services, organizations and programs and the resources available. Federal, State and Local program laws and requirements. Modern office practices, procedures and methods. Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.
Skill in:
Providing assistance to clients. Interviewing techniques. Problem-solving and decision-making. Experience with client goal setting and case plans. Ability to conduct client needs assessments Crisis intervention. Developing individual service plans Referring clients to appropriate social services organizations and programs. Crisis intervention and counseling techniques used in trauma, grief or crisis situations Obtaining services for clients. Planning and organizing social service programs and activities Math computation. Operating a variety of modern office equipment, including a computer. Both verbal and written communication.
Ability to:
Deal effectively with persons experiencing crises and economic stress. Work effectively and courteously under high-pressure circumstances. Prepare accurate and complete records and reports. Staff cases in consultation with other professionals as needed Demonstrate consistent, sound, and mature judgment in the effective and efficient use of human and financial resources. Manage time well and meet timelines. Communicate effectively. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, representatives of outside agencies, other County employees and officials, community outreach and other organizations, clinical and other social service providers, and the general public.
Work Environment & Other Information
Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, crawling, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, repetitive motion, and squatting to perform the essential functions.
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions. Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday. May work some holidays, some nights, some weekends
Location: Jonestown
Department: Health & Human Services
Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.
This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. Benefits Employment at Travis County comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, a no-cost, on-site Health and Wellness clinic, longevity pay, paid vacations, sick time and personal holidays, not to mention an industry competitive salary structure and a friendly, stable work environment. FY2025 Travis County Benefit Guide
In this valuable you will find benefit summaries, eligibility requirements, costs, contact numbers and addresses as well as other general information on the benefits available to Travis County Employees and Retirees.
Credit Union Employees may join the Travis County Credit Union which offers low-interest loans, savings plans through payroll deduction, safe deposit boxes and other benefits.
Deferred Compensation Employees may enroll in a tax- free sheltered investment plan through payroll deduction.
Direct Deposit Employees may sign up for direct bank deposit.
Employee Assistance Program Travis County provides a confidential counseling and referral service free of charge to county employees and their family.
Employee Organizations Membership in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Union is available through payroll deduction.
Employee Health & Wellness Clinic Employees may access the clinic for a variety of wellness program and health care services with no co-pay, no deductible and no co-insurance costs.
Holidays An average of eleven paid holidays are designated by the Travis County Commissioners Court at the beginning of each fiscal year.
Insurance Employees may select from four plans: an Exclusive Physician Organization (EPO), Choice Plus Preferred Physician Organization (PPO), Consumer Choice or a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). All four options include a Pharmacy Plan. Travis County's current policy is to pay 100% of the employee's health insurance premium for the Consumer Choice and HDHP. Employees will pay a premium for both the EPO and PPO. Other insurance benefits include $50,000 Basic Life and AD&D paid by the County.
The following benefits are employee paid: Dental
Vision
Supplemental Life, AD&D
Dependent Life
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Long Term Care
New employees are covered on the first day of the month following 28 calendar days of employment.
Longevity Longevity pay is paid for each year completed after three years of continuous service. Peace Officers in a law enforcement activity, whose job requires state peace officer certification, receive pay after one year of certification.
On the regular payday on or after the employee's fourth and subsequent adjusted service dates, he or she receives a single payment for the previous year.
Parking A limited number of assigned parking spaces are available to employees in the Courthouse Complex.
Personal Holidays Regular, full-time employees are eligible for up to three paid personal holidays each calendar year. Part-time employees shall be granted personal holidays on a prorated basis. New employees earn personal holidays for the calendar year in which he/she begins employment, based on the month in which employment begins:
January - March
3 personal holidays April - June
2 personal holidays
July - September
1 personal holiday October - December
None
New employees are eligible to take personal holidays after 90 days of employment. Retirement Travis County is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System with mandatory participation by certain classes of employees. Seven percent (7%) of the gross salary is deducted each pay period. An employee is fully vested after eight years of service. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees.
Sick Leave Regular employees earn sick leave at a rate of eight hours per month with unlimited accrual during employment. Part-time employees earn sick leave on a pro-rated basis.
Parental Leave Each Full-time Paid Parental Leave Eligible (PPL) Employee is entitled to a total of 320 hours of Paid Parental Leave in a 12 month period. Paid Parental Leave for Part-time PPL Eligible Employees is prorated based on the number of hours that they are regularly scheduled to work.
Tuition Refund Certain classes of full-time employees may receive reimbursement for fees associated with pre-approved, job related course work completed satisfactorily.
Vacation Based on years of county service, regular, full-time employees earn vacation time at the following rates:
0 to 5 years
4.0 hours per pay period
6 to 10 years
4.5 hours per pay period
11 to 15 years
5.0 hours per pay period
16 to 20 years
5.5 hours per pay period
21 plus years
6.0 hours per pay period
Part-time employees earn vacation leave on a pro-rated basis. Workers' Compensation The county provides all employees workers' compensation coverage with benefits in accordance with state statute, if the employee sustains an injury out of, or in the course of work.
$80,027.76 Annually Location :
Jonestown, TX Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
25-10135 Department:
Health & Human Services Opening Date:
07/29/2025 Closing Date:
8/12/2025 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary This Special Project position has been created for the purpose of providing dedicated and rapid response to residents of Travis County experiencing hardship from the July 2025 floods. This position is open until filled with an expectation of a rapid hiring and on-boarding process.
Provides responsive case management during times of community crisis by assisting impacted individuals and families with emergency resources, temporary shelter, and long-term recovery planning.
Determines applicants' eligibility for a variety of financial assistance and social services. Interviews clients, collects and completes required eligibility documentation, determines eligibility for financial and social services assistance and monitors client progress and usage of assistance. Provides supportive case management services to clients and families. Develops client/family individualized service plans and monitors progress. Utilizes community resources to assist clients and their families. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a job classification within the Social Services job family. This classification is distinguished from other social services classes due to the eligibility-related functions and short-term case management for various clients. This classification interviews clients and collects eligibility documentation to determine appropriate social services assistance and monitors client progress and usage of assistance. Duties also include needs assessments, developing client service plans, and accessing community resources to assist clients with problem-solving assistance and functioning as an advocate on behalf of the client. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responds to community-wide emergencies by assisting with the intake and assessment of affected individuals and families, connecting them to urgent and ongoing resources such as housing, food, medical care, and financial relief. Partner with local emergency response teams, community organizations, and county departments to support disaster relief operations, including helping clients navigate recovery assistance programs. Conducts follow-up with clients impacted by the flood to assess recovery progress, address ongoing needs, and connect them with long-term recovery resources such as housing stability programs, trauma-informed care, and financial assistance. Maintains detailed documentation of services provided during emergency response, tracks client outcomes related to disaster recovery, and contributes data for program evaluation and emergency planning purposes. Interviews clients, collects and completes required documentation and determines eligibility for assistance based upon a variety of service regulations and procedures. Monitors and ensures contract and program compliance. May make home visits on an "as needed" basis for clients unable to come to the service site. Provides basic needs counseling and problem-solving assistance or case management services for clients. Conducts assessment of client needs. Develops casework/service plans, monitors progress and follow-up. Provides social services related to crisis intervention. Coordinates with other service agencies, organizations, and vendors to provide appropriate services and information for clients as well as referrals. Serves as an advocate on behalf of client. Makes appropriate referrals to other social service, education, and/or health agencies as needed. Interprets eligibility requirements, policy and procedures to clients, other agencies, vendors and governmental entities. Plans, organizes and participates in special projects, including outreach efforts, public speaking and special activities for client. Provides education and training to clients/community. Provides supportive case management, and service coordination to ensure maximum self-sufficiency and non-institutional living. May provide short-term independent living skills assistance and training. May assist clients in obtaining vocational and employment services, housing and basic needs, education. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in one of the Social or Behavioral Sciences AND two (2) years experience in social services related work;
OR,
Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Valid Texas Driver's License.
Preferred: Master's Degree
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of:
Policies, practices, procedures and terminology of assigned function. Local social services, organizations and programs and the resources available. Federal, State and Local program laws and requirements. Modern office practices, procedures and methods. Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.
Skill in:
Providing assistance to clients. Interviewing techniques. Problem-solving and decision-making. Experience with client goal setting and case plans. Ability to conduct client needs assessments Crisis intervention. Developing individual service plans Referring clients to appropriate social services organizations and programs. Crisis intervention and counseling techniques used in trauma, grief or crisis situations Obtaining services for clients. Planning and organizing social service programs and activities Math computation. Operating a variety of modern office equipment, including a computer. Both verbal and written communication.
Ability to:
Deal effectively with persons experiencing crises and economic stress. Work effectively and courteously under high-pressure circumstances. Prepare accurate and complete records and reports. Staff cases in consultation with other professionals as needed Demonstrate consistent, sound, and mature judgment in the effective and efficient use of human and financial resources. Manage time well and meet timelines. Communicate effectively. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, representatives of outside agencies, other County employees and officials, community outreach and other organizations, clinical and other social service providers, and the general public.
Work Environment & Other Information
Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, crawling, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, repetitive motion, and squatting to perform the essential functions.
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions. Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday. May work some holidays, some nights, some weekends
Location: Jonestown
Department: Health & Human Services
Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.
This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. Benefits Employment at Travis County comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, a no-cost, on-site Health and Wellness clinic, longevity pay, paid vacations, sick time and personal holidays, not to mention an industry competitive salary structure and a friendly, stable work environment. FY2025 Travis County Benefit Guide
In this valuable you will find benefit summaries, eligibility requirements, costs, contact numbers and addresses as well as other general information on the benefits available to Travis County Employees and Retirees.
Credit Union Employees may join the Travis County Credit Union which offers low-interest loans, savings plans through payroll deduction, safe deposit boxes and other benefits.
Deferred Compensation Employees may enroll in a tax- free sheltered investment plan through payroll deduction.
Direct Deposit Employees may sign up for direct bank deposit.
Employee Assistance Program Travis County provides a confidential counseling and referral service free of charge to county employees and their family.
Employee Organizations Membership in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Union is available through payroll deduction.
Employee Health & Wellness Clinic Employees may access the clinic for a variety of wellness program and health care services with no co-pay, no deductible and no co-insurance costs.
Holidays An average of eleven paid holidays are designated by the Travis County Commissioners Court at the beginning of each fiscal year.
Insurance Employees may select from four plans: an Exclusive Physician Organization (EPO), Choice Plus Preferred Physician Organization (PPO), Consumer Choice or a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). All four options include a Pharmacy Plan. Travis County's current policy is to pay 100% of the employee's health insurance premium for the Consumer Choice and HDHP. Employees will pay a premium for both the EPO and PPO. Other insurance benefits include $50,000 Basic Life and AD&D paid by the County.
The following benefits are employee paid: Dental
Vision
Supplemental Life, AD&D
Dependent Life
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Long Term Care
New employees are covered on the first day of the month following 28 calendar days of employment.
Longevity Longevity pay is paid for each year completed after three years of continuous service. Peace Officers in a law enforcement activity, whose job requires state peace officer certification, receive pay after one year of certification.
On the regular payday on or after the employee's fourth and subsequent adjusted service dates, he or she receives a single payment for the previous year.
Parking A limited number of assigned parking spaces are available to employees in the Courthouse Complex.
Personal Holidays Regular, full-time employees are eligible for up to three paid personal holidays each calendar year. Part-time employees shall be granted personal holidays on a prorated basis. New employees earn personal holidays for the calendar year in which he/she begins employment, based on the month in which employment begins:
January - March
3 personal holidays April - June
2 personal holidays
July - September
1 personal holiday October - December
None
New employees are eligible to take personal holidays after 90 days of employment. Retirement Travis County is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System with mandatory participation by certain classes of employees. Seven percent (7%) of the gross salary is deducted each pay period. An employee is fully vested after eight years of service. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees.
Sick Leave Regular employees earn sick leave at a rate of eight hours per month with unlimited accrual during employment. Part-time employees earn sick leave on a pro-rated basis.
Parental Leave Each Full-time Paid Parental Leave Eligible (PPL) Employee is entitled to a total of 320 hours of Paid Parental Leave in a 12 month period. Paid Parental Leave for Part-time PPL Eligible Employees is prorated based on the number of hours that they are regularly scheduled to work.
Tuition Refund Certain classes of full-time employees may receive reimbursement for fees associated with pre-approved, job related course work completed satisfactorily.
Vacation Based on years of county service, regular, full-time employees earn vacation time at the following rates:
0 to 5 years
4.0 hours per pay period
6 to 10 years
4.5 hours per pay period
11 to 15 years
5.0 hours per pay period
16 to 20 years
5.5 hours per pay period
21 plus years
6.0 hours per pay period
Part-time employees earn vacation leave on a pro-rated basis. Workers' Compensation The county provides all employees workers' compensation coverage with benefits in accordance with state statute, if the employee sustains an injury out of, or in the course of work.