CPS PAL Spec IV Job at Dept of Family & Protectve Svc
Dept of Family & Protectve Svc Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
$3,293 - $5,371 a month
CPS PAL Spec II-IV: This position serves as the Preparation for Adult Living Coordinator and is responsible for providing coordination between program staff and contractors: identifying and developing resources for Preparation for Adult Living Youth; providing follow-up services to emancipated youth; providing consultation/education to staff, caregivers and community groups. Attending and participating with foster youth in Conferences and Camps both in region and out of region. Works closely with Contract Management Staff regarding PAL Contracts and budget. This position interacts routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Staff, representatives from various organizations, and the general public. Attends Family Group Conferences and Circles of Support Staffings for youth transitioning out of the foster care system. Additional duties include the identification and collection of necessary evaluative data, statistical reports as requested and budgetary management.
Essential Job Functions:
Provides coordination for Preparation for Adult Living Program Implementation. Provides follow-up services to emancipated youth. Ensures children in foster care are receiving counseling and guidance in preparation for independent living/emancipation while they are still in care. Attend, coordinate, transport/supervise and assists in planning statewide and regional conferences. Monitors Preparation for Adult Living Contract service delivery and coordinates contract needs with contract management staff. Maintains sufficient case documentation including forms and narratives to provide a complete and accurate written record in assigned Preparation for Adult Living only cases for each youth receiving Preparation for Adult Living services. Provides Preparation for Adult Living program consultation/education to staff, caregivers, foster and biological parents, community stakeholders and the general public. Develops and maintains communication and working relationships with clients, contractors, Department of Family and Protective Services Staff and the community. Works with coordination of activities for the Regional Youth Leadership Council in conjuction with the Regional Youth Specialist. Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations. Attends and participates in training/meetings/staffings in region and out of region. Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts. Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.
Provides coordination for Preparation for Adult Living Program Implementation. Provides follow-up services to emancipated youth. Ensures children in foster care are receiving counseling and guidance in preparation for independent living/emancipation while they are still in care. Attend, coordinate, transport/supervise and assists in planning statewide and regional conferences. Monitors Preparation for Adult Living Contract service delivery and coordinates contract needs with contract management staff. Maintains sufficient case documentation including forms and narratives to provide a complete and accurate written record in assigned Preparation for Adult Living only cases for each youth receiving Preparation for Adult Living services. Provides Preparation for Adult Living program consultation/education to staff, caregivers, foster and biological parents, community stakeholders and the general public. Develops and maintains communication and working relationships with clients, contractors, Department of Family and Protective Services Staff and the community. Works with coordination of activities for the Regional Youth Leadership Council in conjuction with the Regional Youth Specialist. Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations. Attends and participates in training/meetings/staffings in region and out of region. Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts. Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of Agency policies and procedures. Skill in effective verbal and written communication. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Ability to operate a personal computer and use various software packages including, the Information Management Protecting Adults and Children System, Excel, Outlook and Word. Ability to travel and attend meetings after 5:00pm and some week-ends. Ability to work with volunteers, individuals and groups from diverse populations. Ability to travel throughout the State of Texas and work some nights and week-ends including child watch. Skills in leading others and skills in managing and updating tracking systems.
Knowledge of Agency policies and procedures. Skill in effective verbal and written communication. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Ability to operate a personal computer and use various software packages including, the Information Management Protecting Adults and Children System, Excel, Outlook and Word. Ability to travel and attend meetings after 5:00pm and some week-ends. Ability to work with volunteers, individuals and groups from diverse populations. Ability to travel throughout the State of Texas and work some nights and week-ends including child watch. Skills in leading others and skills in managing and updating tracking systems.
Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Valid Texas Driver's License and reliable motor vehicle.
Valid Texas Driver's License and reliable motor vehicle.
Initial Selection Criteria:
Child Protective Services Specialist III: Employed as a Child Protective Services Specialist for 36 months AND have received Child Protective Services Specialist Certification OR currently employed as a Child Protective Services Specialist III in Texas Department of Family and Protective Services • Child Protective Services Specialist IV: Four and one half years cumulative Child Protective Services Specialist experience AND have received Child Protective Services Advanced Specialist Certification OR currently employed as a Child Protective Services Specialist V in Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
Child Protective Services Specialist III: Employed as a Child Protective Services Specialist for 36 months AND have received Child Protective Services Specialist Certification OR currently employed as a Child Protective Services Specialist III in Texas Department of Family and Protective Services • Child Protective Services Specialist IV: Four and one half years cumulative Child Protective Services Specialist experience AND have received Child Protective Services Advanced Specialist Certification OR currently employed as a Child Protective Services Specialist V in Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
Additional Information:
Unit K4, Supervisor, Tracy L. Redeaux
This position may be filled at the level from a CPS Specialist III to CPS Specialist V and may be housed in
any office in Region 4 where office space is available.
Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
Unit K4, Supervisor, Tracy L. Redeaux
This position may be filled at the level from a CPS Specialist III to CPS Specialist V and may be housed in
any office in Region 4 where office space is available.
Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
MOS Code:
he Military Crosswalk is designed to match the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces to each job classification series in the State's Position Classification Plan. The military crosswalk is intended to serve as a general guideline for state agency use. For more information on military occupational specialty codes, see the SB 389 Compliance: HHS Military Crosswalk (XLS).
For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
If no applicable MOS Code the following message should be noted in the required text box: There are no direct military occupation(s) that relate to the responsibilities, and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications for this position.
he Military Crosswalk is designed to match the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces to each job classification series in the State's Position Classification Plan. The military crosswalk is intended to serve as a general guideline for state agency use. For more information on military occupational specialty codes, see the SB 389 Compliance: HHS Military Crosswalk (XLS).
For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
If no applicable MOS Code the following message should be noted in the required text box: There are no direct military occupation(s) that relate to the responsibilities, and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications for this position.
As a state agency, DFPS is required Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.
HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
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