Mario Camorlinga Cadena

• Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards that are applicable to this position
• Maintain case load in accordance with agency policies and procedures and licensing and contract standards
• Complete Case Management Tracking for each assigned child
• Review completed family reunification packets for accuracy and follow up with sponsor to discuss any issues identified
• Complete and submit all relevant forms to Department of Children’s Services with copy of Family Reunification Packet
• Receive approved interim Verification Release Form, review with child, and obtain child’s signature
• Prepare sponsors to successfully complete and sign all required forms and documents
• Forward original documents to Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR) with copy to Department of Homeland Security
• Complete and submit notice to Executive Office of Immigration Review when Contractor issues approval to release child
• Assist children during departure/reunification, as needed
• Participate in scheduled meetings and team decisions and operations
• Participate in workshops, seminars, education programs and activities that promote professional growth and development
• Compile, prepare, submit, and maintain accurate records, files, forms, statistics, and additional information in accordance with agency policies, licensing and/or contract requirements
• Review and sign children’s records in accordance with agency policies and procedures and applicable licensing and contract standards
• Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed or requested by position supervisor
• Implement Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of emergency
• Maintain confidentiality in all areas of service population and program operations
• Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in Compass Connections employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, service population, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times
• Communicate with families and/or prospective sponsor(s) within specified timeframe to discuss role of Compass Connections and reunification process
• Process sponsor information necessary for reunification within required timeframe
• Actively participate in case staffing meetings with federal Field Coordinators and follow-up with recommendations
• Meet with each assigned child one time between Sunday and Saturday and as requested by child
• Meet all deadlines required by program supervisor and federal partners
• Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals

Oversee Case Management Department family reunification procedures with the support of the Lead Case Manager

Provide guidance and support to case managers regarding all aspects of The Family Reunification process from beginning to end while following ORR policy and procedures.

Review UAC Portal documentation (case review, release request, ISPs, .etc.…) for family reunification case submissions and that pertinent case management information/documentation has been uploaded to UAC Portal

Ensure that Case Managers are updating completing the weekly notes with the most pertinent case information in a timely manner with the support of the Lead Case Manager.

Keep track of UACs length of stay to ensure safe release in a timely manner

Attend weekly case staffing with liaisons (GDIT and FFS)

Arrange and attend internal case staffing with other department staff

Ensure that Case Managers are completing assigned tasks as per ORR, TDFPS policies/procedures with the support of the Lead Case Manager

Point of contact for issues/concerns regarding UAC Portal with the support of Lead Case Manager

Assign Case Managers caseloads using 8:1 ratio with the support of the Lead Case Manager

Assist Lead Case Manager is managing Case Management department personal issues

Assist Lead Case Manager in coordinating Case Management department meetings and/or trainings

Assist Lead Case Manager with completing requests (stats, data, info, etc.…) from liaisons (ORR, GDIT, Pro-Bar, DHS, etc.…)

Assist Lead Case Manager in completing monthly, quarterly and annual reports

Assist Lead Case Manager in coordinating transfers

Assist Lead Case Manager in reviewing and approving Significant Incident Reports within the Case Management department

Communicate with TDFPS when reporting Significant Incident Reports within the Case Management department.

Assist Lead Case Manager in reviewing/completing file requests by ORR

Participated in yearly TVPRA trainings by ORR

Provide guidance to Case Managers regarding TVPRA criteria

Conduct desktop monitoring of the UAC Portal and on-site monitoring of case files.

Provide PSA initial training/refreshers to all program staff face-to-face and via MS Teams

Provide training of the overview of Case Management department to other department staff

Provide ORR policy and procedures training to case managers and case aides assigned to the case management department (face-to-face and via MS Teams)

• Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed

• Coordinate case management and family reunification services for children.
• Conduct interviews with the UAC, parents/legal guardians, and/or other family members or adults to assess the viability in sponsorship and complete assessments to ensure sponsors can provide for UAC's physical and mental well-being.
• Understanding and implementing Family Reunification ORR policies and procedures. Implement safe screening methods, including but not limited to the following, when contacting and facilitating communication with potential sponsors to ensure no potential sponsor poses as a risk to the UAC, other UACs in the care facility.
• Maintain, update, and submit appropriate caseload documentation in physical case file, to ensure compliance with State, Federal organization policies, such as submitting Case Notes, Case Reviews, Individual Service Plans, Continuances, and Significant Incident Reports in a timely manner.
• Maintain contact with assigned clinician and other departments to ensure resident’s needs and concerns are being met.
• Assisting the sponsor to fill out any paperwork associated with the FRP, and to assist the sponsor in obtaining any supporting documentation, maintain on-going communication with the sponsor, provide sponsor with detailed information about the UAC's needs such as criminal background, mental health, medical, etc., in order to fully assess the sponsor's ability to provide case and services for the UAC's individual needs.
• Work in collaboration with the ORR/FFS and Case Coordinator, communication with the corresponding law enforcement officials about the UAC's pending release.
• Knowledge of TVPRA cases; explain the process and the outcome/benefits to UACs that have been identified as trafficking victims.
• Monitor, assess, and consult UAC case status and progress with department leads, other program departments, ORR/FFS, TPR/Case Coordinators, and any other entities involved in order to integrate all areas of assessment into a release plan that will provide for the physical and mental well-being of the UAC, as well as to ensure the quality of services provided and the timely release of the UAC.
• Assigned to assist with on-the-job training of new members of the Case Management Department.
• Assess gathered information from conducting the assessment and documents from both minor and sponsor to determine whether UAC's may require a home study/post release services, have a disability, are victims of any type of abuse or human trafficking.
• Establish a positive rapport and communicate with UAC, families, potential sponsors, and other entities involved in the placement components, Family Reunification components, and court components
• Complete Safety Plans/Resource Lists for UACs who are in need of additional services such as medical, legal, educational, food banks, and emergency contact numbers upon reunification
• Work with sponsors to identify the most expedient way to send and receive family reunification documents, including use of electronic or fax transmission, or postage paid overnight mail of family reunification packet materials to and from sponsor.
• Prevention Sexual Abuse familiarity and procedures of reporting PSA incidents within ORR care.

• Initiated audit process to evaluate thoroughness of documentation and maintenance of facility standards.
• Implemented ongoing educational objectives to improve staff competencies in safety, quality and core
• Reviewed and assessed staff processes, reducing hazards posed for residents and staff while promoting regulatory
• Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.
• Promote and encourage positive interaction among youth participants.
• Ensure that all daily documentation is completed and filed properly in a timely and efficient manner.

• Initiated audit process to evaluate thoroughness of documentation and maintenance of facility standards.
• Implemented ongoing educational objectives to improve staff competencies in safety, quality and core
• Reviewed and assessed staff processes, reducing hazards posed for residents and staff while promoting regulatory
• Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.
• Promote and encourage positive interaction among youth participants.
• Ensure that all daily documentation is completed and filed properly in a timely and efficient manner.