- Fort Worth, Texas, United States
- 2+ years
Initial point of contact for individuals seeking services or information from Disability Rights Texas, conducting intake interviews, assessing eligibility, and providing referrals and short-term assistance.
Responsibilities
- Conduct intake interviews via telephone, virtual platforms, written correspondence, and/or in person
- Gather, assess, and document accurate information to determine eligibility and service priorities
- Provide appropriate information, referrals, and short-term assistance
- Communicate clearly and effectively with applicants, clients, staff, and external stakeholders
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in case management systems
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Education, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, Disability Studies, Social Services, or a related field and two (2) years of relevant experience working with individuals with disabilities; or Four (4) years of equivalent related experience
- Nice to have: Spanish bilingual proficiency
- Nice to have: Residence within or near specified Texas counties
- Nice to have: Existing professional or community ties to the assigned RJI service area
- Nice to have: Experience in advocacy, legal services, or disability-related programs