Substance Use and Justice Programs Coordinator

CJob Title: Substance Use and Justice Programs Coordinator

Reports To: Community Services Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

The Substance Use and Justice Programs Coordinator is a full-time position integrating strategic planning, case management, diversion program oversight, and grant management to support individuals with substance use challenges and justice involvement in Codington County. The Coordinator will develop and implement strategic initiatives, manage grant-funded programs, and foster collaboration among community stakeholders to reduce recidivism, promote rehabilitation, and enhance service delivery. This role is pivotal in achieving program goals, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and creating a positive impact within the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but are not limited to:

Strategic Planning and Program Development

• Lead the creation and implementation of a strategic plan to address substance use in Codington County.

• Organize and conduct listening sessions with community stakeholders to align program objectives with local needs.

• Develop and refine policies and procedures to ensure alignment with grant goals and promote program sustainability.

• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes, making data-driven recommendations for improvement.

Grant Management and Compliance

• Serve as the primary point of contact for federal grant oversight, ensuring adherence to guidelines and reporting requirements.

• Maintain detailed grant timelines, budgets, and financial reports in collaboration with the finance team.

• Track grant expenditures to ensure efficient and compliant fund utilization.

• Prepare and submit accurate reports to grant agencies, documenting achievements, challenges, and compliance metrics.

• Facilitate grant audits, evaluations, and quality improvement initiatives.

Case Management and Diversion Program Oversight

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ needs, strengths, and risks.

• Develop and monitor individualized case plans to address client goals, including access to housing, healthcare, employment assistance, and substance abuse treatment.

• Design and implement diversion programs aligned with grant objectives and community priorities.

• Collaborate with law enforcement, courts, attorneys, and community organizations to facilitate diversion opportunities for eligible clients.

• Track program effectiveness using systematic data collection and reporting.

Partnership and Collaboration

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with community partners, government agencies, and stakeholders to enhance service delivery and program sustainability.

• Coordinate meetings and communications to foster collaboration and information sharing among partners.

• Represent the organization in public events, meetings, and conferences related to criminal justice reform, substance use challenges, and diversion initiatives.

Community Engagement and Outreach

• Increase community awareness of programs, services, and eligibility criteria through outreach efforts.

• Organize events and initiatives to engage the public and promote program accessibility.

• Act as a liaison between the organization and the community, advocating for justice-involved individuals and those impacted by substance use.

SECONDARY DUTIES:

• Attend training, seminars, workshops and meetings as deemed necessary.
• Assist co-workers with their duties as deemed necessary.
• Perform duties in a manner consistent with safe practices and policies.
• Perform other such duties and functions as deemed necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, public administration, criminal justice, psychology, or a related field, Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in grant management, case management, or program coordination within the criminal justice or substance use fields.
• Familiarity with diversion programs, restorative justice practices, and federal grant regulations.
• Ability to operate computer systems and software such Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Square 9, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, and Internet.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in data management, analysis, and reporting tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working with justice-involved individuals and those impacted by substance use is advantageous.

EXAMINATION, TESTING, AND CERTIFICATION

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must be legally authorized to work in the United States. As part of the hiring process, all employees are required to complete the Form I-9 and verify their identity and employment eligibility.
• Successful competition in written and/or oral interviews.
• Other such examination as deemed appropriate and necessary by the County.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds occasionally up to 20 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Please apply online at really, SD Works, or in person at the Codington County Community Services Office, 7 West Kemp, Watertown, SD 57201

Open until filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $59,821.20 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $59,821