What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drug Court Case Manager (Court Program Specialist) position at 15th Judicial Circuit Court (FL)?
Drug Court is a voluntary, court supervised pre-trial intervention for non-violent offenders with a substance use disorder. The Case Manager is responsible for reporting participants of the Drug Court’s progress to the court along with serving as a liaison between the court and outside agencies. The Drug Court Case Manager works under direct supervision of the Drug Court Manager. Work is reviewed through meetings, reports, case reviews and performance reviews.
- Assist in the facilitation of effective case processing, including screening for program eligibility, scheduling court appearances and monitoring compliance.
- Discuss court process with litigants and provide procedural guidance.
- Coordinate efforts with other staff and outside agencies.
- Process referrals to applicable social service and community agencies.
- Attend hearings and other court proceedings.
- Provide directions to participants to ensure court orders are completed.
- Other duties assigned by the Drug Court Manager.
The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Behavioral Science or related field OR two (2) years of related college-level course work (must specify 60-semester/90-quarter hours) AND minimum of six (6) months of experience working in the criminal justice system.
One year experience working in the drug court system is a plus.
Relevant experience and/or education may substitute for the recommended minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the legal system and terminology.
- Ability to work within deadlines to complete projects and assignments.
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely and logically, both orally and in writing with a diverse group of people.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning sensitive issues before the court.
- Ability to use word processing, spreadsheets, database software applications, legal electronic case management /electronic case filing system, and scanning and image creation software.
- Ability to interact in a professional, courteous manner and maintain effective working relationships with other court personnel and outside agencies, legal professionals, litigants, and the general public.
- Ability to interpret, explain and apply laws, rules, policies and procedures.
- Must be extremely computer literate and able to work in a paperless system.
During the Application Process please upload the following ATTACHMENTS if applicable:
- Proof of education
- Proof of certifications/licenses
Notice:
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will continue to be received until the position is filled. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on any of the protected classes.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in the interviewing process once selected, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, Palm Beach County Courthouse, 205 North Dixie Highway West Palm Beach, Florida 33401; telephone number (561) 355-4380 at least 7 days before your scheduled either in-person or telephonic interview; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711.”