Diversions Case Manager II - Drug Court

York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success.  
 
Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner. 
Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed. 
 
The Sixteenth Judicial Circuit Solicitor's Office for York and Union Counties manages traditional criminal prosecution and manages a number of diversion programs - programs that offer non-criminal outcomes, focusing on rehabilitation and reducing recidivism-, provides victim and witness assistance, and prosecutes juvenile offenders in York County's Family Court.

We invite you to apply to join our team as a full-time, exempt Diversions Case Manager II with Drug Court.  The purpose of this position is to provide case management services to pre- and post- conviction defendants participating in the Solicitor's Diversion Programs by counseling to reduce or eliminate recidivism, criminal activity and related social problems. This position is grant funded from April - March

Compensation:  Projected Hiring Range/Pay Grade 113:  $46,310.39 - $55,572.47. Salary is determined based on experience and/or education.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; occasional evenings depending on operational needs.

Our Total Compensation Package:  
 Compensation – competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.
 Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance
 Life Insurance
 Long-term disability
 Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
 Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
 Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
 11 Paid Holidays 3 Optional Holidays
 Longevity Pay
 SC State Retirement Plan Pension
 Paid Vacation and Sick Time
 Sick Bank
Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
 Wellness Screenings
 Employee Assistance Programs
 Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains confidentiality of program participants, observes all federal and state confidentiality regulations. 
• Facilitates weekly evidence-based psycho-educational/behavior modification therapy groups and individual therapy sessions.   Provides therapeutic crisis intervention and assistance to clients and their family members.  Diffuses aggressive client behavior by implementing de-escalation techniques.
• Determines eligibility for program participation, obtain background information, performs assessment; accept or deny applicants. Provides support and clinical guidance to other diversion case managers.   Facilitates daily clinical processes such as case-flow, treatment planning, referrals, placements and participant progress.
• Schedules appointments with program applicants; provides program information, and assists potential clients in completing applications for program admission.  
• Provides orientation to defendants accepted into pre-conviction programs to explain individual requirements. Verbally communicates client contract in detail to ensure that the client understands his/her responsibilities.
• Performs comprehensive case management services to clients including: (1) assessing the offender’s needs; (2) developing a service plan; (3) connect client with appropriate service; (4) monitoring client progress; and (5) advocating for client when needed.
• Provides ongoing case consultation and updates to prosecutors, judges, law enforcement representatives, and victims.  
• Prepares expungement orders to be submitted to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, the 16th Circuit Solicitor, 16th Circuit Court Judge, Clerk of Court, the Magistrate or Municipal Court Judge, and the Law Enforcement agency where the charges originated, for the destruction of criminal records.
• Coordinates and schedules required community service assignments.  Maintains up to date list of community nonprofit organizations where community service can be performed.  
• Devises and implements restitution payment plans and mails certified payments to victims; collects and deposits all program fees, and prepares related financial reports.
• Consults with supervisors regarding client status, efficacy of program services, reporting problem areas and making suggestions to resolve problems.
• Conducts criminal history investigations. Operates the NCIC computer system to retrieve criminal information and motor vehicle/license records; enters appropriate data; ensures integrity / security of data and adherence to NCIC requirements. Determines appropriateness of requests for information and releases information according to established guidelines.
• Coordinates, administers and evaluates initial and on-going random client drug screenings; schedules appointments for more comprehensive analyses as needed.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Human or Social Services or related discipline.
• Six (6) years of case management experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Certified or Licensed Counselor; or related human services certification. 
• Addictions Counselor Certification preferred.

Physical Demands:  Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance:  York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
 
Standard Clauses:  May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.
 This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. 
 
Essential Safety Functions:   It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
 Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.

Salary : $46,310 - $55,572