MENTAL HEALTH & VET CT CARE COORDINATOR

The salary for this position is : $5,247 - $6,979 monthly.Thurston County District Court is seeking a highly motivated, professional, and positive candidate for the position of Care Coordinator of our Mental Health and Veterans Courts (MHVC). The Care Coordinator is the primary support and advocate for participants of the MHVC court program, actively engaging with and supervising participants that have been diagnosed with a mental illness and charged with a criminal offense(s). This opportunity allows for positive and progressive approaches and services to therapeutic intervention, counseling, and personal development for each person who may enter the program, providing a path of stability and accountability for participants.Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Responsible for assisting participants in navigating and addressing life domain issues including housing, employment, education, transportation, finances, childcare, Department of Licensing requirements, understanding of court orders, addressing long-standing negative behavioral patterns, and encouraging and guiding participants in long-term goal setting and completion.
• Engage in regular multi-disciplinary staff meetings, to include deputy prosecutors, attorneys, court staff, judicial officers, advocates, and community partners to advise of individual participant progress and make therapeutic recommendations.
• Understand and address areas of compliance, progress, and provide direction to participants and recommendations to the court on next steps regarding court participation.
• Establish effective lines of cooperation and coordination with community treatment providers and family members to create an essential supervision and support model for the caseload.
• Assesses compliance with participants' individualized treatment programs, and coordinates with and provides referrals to community treatment providers and other resources in order to address individual needs.
• Appears at court hearings and makes formal recommendations to the court based on the participant's progress.To view the full job classification, click here : Class Specifications | Mental Health and Veterans Court Care Coordinator | Class Spec DetailsWORKING CONDITIONS :
• Work Environment : Work is performed in office, community, and corrections environments, engaging in both team and individualized roles providing for professional collaboration with the court and multi-disciplinary teams, justice partners, community stakeholders, and treatment agencies.
• Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m. Workload demands may occasionally require work outside the assigned work hours.
• Travel Requirements : Travel is required to attend meetings and trainings, and to engage with program participants.
• Customer Interactions : Daily interactions via phone, in-person, and video with participants, MHVC and multi-disciplinary team members, justice partners, community stakeholders, and treatment agencies.WHO WE ARE : District Court serves the community of Thurston County as a court of limited jurisdiction. This court hears misdemeanors, infractions, civil and small claims, protection orders, and name changes. Thurston County District Court provides recognized support through our Mental Health and Veterans Court, as well as Probation services. The vision of District Court is Serving Justice Through Serving People.Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion WebpageWHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES :
• Work-Life Balance : We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future : As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental / vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans for more information.
• Paid Leave : Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays.
• Robust Training Program : Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Deferred Compensation : The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) : Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness : This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramWhy you'll love it here : Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer's markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.Message to potential applicants : We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.QUALIFICATIONS :
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in psychology, criminal justice, social work or related field. Master's degree is desired.
• Two years of experience in working with the mentally ill population, including the ability to assess clients and work with them to formulate supervision plans to meet individual needs.
• Understanding of the DSM-V and current working diagnosis / diagnoses to ensure appropriate mental health to promote best outcome for participant.
• Certification with Department of Health within 90 days of employment - or - enrollment in an accredited Master's-level program in psychology, criminal justice, social work or related field, within 1 year of employment.
• Ability to pass background check in order to enter Thurston County Correctional Facility.
• Ability to use personal computers and related software programs.
• Must have current Washington State Driver's License.DESIRED SKILLS :
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative manner.
• Ability to communicate well in both oral and written form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Some knowledge of local mental health, chemical dependency, domestic violence and social service resources.
• Some working knowledge of local and federal Veterans resources is desired.
• Experience working in a correctional facility is desired.
• Some knowledge of the legal system is desired.OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION : Questions about this recruitment? Please contact : Frankie Peters at frankie.peters@co.thurston.wa.us or 360-786-5225This position is :
• Represented by a union
• Eligible for benefits
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)Items requested for consideration :
• Application
• Resume
• Letter of InterestPlease note : Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County's Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay.

Salary : $5,247 - $6,979