What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager - Community Corrections position at Calhoun County?
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Community Corrections Manager, this position performs a variety of case management duties including supervision, referrals for services, preparation of reports and program data maintenance. Position requires a high level of confidentiality.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Supervises individuals released to Community Corrections supervision, ensuring compliance with court orders and program requirements. Supervision may include administering substance abuse testing.
- Maintains program database and prepares program reports.
- Communicates both verbally and in writing with a variety of criminal justice system representatives; including judges, probation officers, parole agents, law enforcement, service providers, attorneys and the general public.
- Evaluates program participant needs and makes referrals to community resources and service providers as appropriate, or as required by court order.
- Assists the Community Corrections Manager as directed in monitoring program design for effectiveness and to meet grant requirements.
- Testifies in court as necessary.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Requires knowledge normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, business administration, social services, psychology or a related field, and/or a combination of education, training and work experience which demonstrates the ability to perform.
- Two to four years of experience in criminal justice, social services, or related field.
- Interpersonal skills sufficient to effectively communicate with other County personnel/departments, community organizations and the public in situations requiring tact and patience.
- Mental ability to simultaneously handle multiple tasks requiring concentration and attention to detail with frequent interruptions and distractions due to people and/or telephone calls.
- Physical ability to walk for extended periods of time and work in confined spaces. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions
- Work includes occasional exposure to infectious disease as well as the possibility of bodily injury.
- Occasional travel to other County sites is required.
Calhoun County's benefits package offers flexibility, choice, and value. It is an attractive component of our employees total compensation package. At Calhoun County, we know that good benefit plans are important to employees and their families. We're committed to providing employees with access to a wide range of information and tools so they can stay informed and make the most of their Calhoun County flexible benefit package.
What benefits does Calhoun County offer its full-time employees?
Medical: Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan with 3 Different Flexible Benefit Plan Options
Dental: 100% Employer Paid through Delta Dental
Vision: 100% Employer Paid through BCBSM Vision Services Plan (VSP)
Employee Health & Wellness Center (Premise Health): Most Services 100% Employer Paid
Life Insurance: 100% Employer Paid for Basic Life & AD&D
Short Term Disability: 100% Employer Paid for 67% Wage Loss Benefits up to 26 Weeks
Retirement: Employer 401(k) Match Program Up to 7% of Employee Contribution
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 100% Employer Paid Through Bronson HelpNet
Benefit Guide: Find detailed information about the benefits package (Download PDF reader)
- Start through fourth years – 168 Hours (4.2 weeks based on 40-hour work week)
- Fifth through ninth years – 208 Hours (5.2 weeks)
- Tenth through fourteenth years – 248 Hours (6.2 weeks)
- Fifteen and Subsequent years – 288 Hours (7.2 weeks)
Amounts & distribution may vary slightly by union contract, policy, and/or defined work week
Paid Holidays: 14 Paid Holidays Throughout the Year
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Scheduling & Telecommuting Options Depending on Position & Department
Term Life Insurance (above Employer Paid Plan)
Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
Long Term Disability Wage Loss Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Employee Wellness Program
Perks Program (discounts at local merchants for being a County employee)
Part-time Employees may elect insurance, provided the Employee pays the full cost of the premium through payroll deduction.
