Accountability Court Case Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The function of the Case Manager is to provide day-to-day individual case management planning and other related duties for program participants. The Case Manager should work well in a team setting and demonstrate excellent leadership qualities.

This position works directly under the supervision of the Coordinator and/or presiding Judge and assists with coordinating, arranging and administering the various facets of the Accountability Court; interacts with program participants, including providing a variety of assessments/screenings on potential candidates, monitoring program compliance and progress throughout the program; case management services including individual treatment planning (initial and discharge) and referrals for ancillary services; attends team staffings and court sessions; interacts with judicial officials, other judicial branch employees in various aspects of program operations; prepares reports and correspondence related to program activities; maintains records of program participants; assists the Coordinator in developing policies, procedures and guidelines for program; coordinates special projects, events and activities as assigned; develops and initiates various reports from the program case management system and assists with all reporting requirements when needed. This is a grant-funded, contract position. Compensation will vary based on the experience and credentials of the successful applicant. 40 hours per week. Office located in the Columbia Judicial Circuit.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of mental illness, relapse prevention, substance use/addiction and case management practices.
• Knowledge of community treatment providers and services, including treatment modalities and evidence-based curriculum (CBI-SA, MRT, T4C).
• Knowledge of social and psychological issues regarding substance use and addiction.
• Skill in interpersonal communications in a collaborative format.
• Skill in documenting behaviors and maintaining accurate records.
• Considerable skill in multi-tasking with efficiency and accuracy.
• Considerable skill in working independently in a fast paced, stressful environment.

DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two (2) years experience working in an accountability court or the criminal justice field is preferred. An equivalent combination of education, including a Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, criminal justice, human services or a related area, and experience may be considered. Knowledge of national best practices for Drug Courts and the Standards for Georgia Accountability Courts is preferred.

The position requires a valid Georgia Driver’s License and private vehicle for travel. Applicant will be required to pass a background check as a condition of employment which will include a criminal records check, driving history, drug testing, and past employers check.