Part-Time Court Case Manager

Job 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 must work well in a team setting and demonstrate excellent leadership qualities.

Major Duties

• Provides follow‐up services, ongoing non‐clinical assessment, and case management to participants. These duties include but are not limited to medication compliance (pill counting/drug testing) and skills assessments using interviews and approved screening tools. This may involve linking to existing resources or developing resources to meet identified needs (clothing/food/medical/educational/ transportation, etc.).
• Presents information and recommendations to the accountability court team and Judge for use in monitoring compliance and treatment plan reviews for participants.
• Provides intensive monitoring compliance with Court mandates through a variety of participant and agency contacts including treatment services, law enforcement and DFCS.
• Records and documents data used in tracking procedures for outcome measures, including those needed for grant reporting.
• Performs tasks directed by Judge and Coordinator as needs are identified with participants.
• Prepares various written reports; maintains accurate documentation, including case plans, chronological notes, exit plans, and follow-ups.
• Performs drug screening procedures.
• Manages electronic database system by entering notes and data into system.
• Performs related duties.
• The ability to operate in a constant state of alertness, and safe manner.

Knowledge Required By The Position

• Knowledge in development and management of case management plans for persons with addiction and psychiatric disorders.
• Knowledge of community resources needed for target population and skill in development of resources on individual basis.
• Knowledge of court operations.
• Knowledge of law enforcement and community supervision (Probation/Parole) functions and limitations.
• Skill in written and oral communications.
• Skill in dealing with the public.
• Skill in scheduling, educating others and planning and resource exploration and development.
• Skill in operating a variety of office equipment such as computer, calculator, fax, and copier.

Supervisory Controls

The Coordinator of Accountability Court assigns work in terms of providing general instructions and requiring the Case Manager to use discretionary judgment in applying established procedures, laws, and practices to job tasks. The Case Manager is responsible for planning work and resolving conflicts that arise in conjunction with the Court, Treatment Providers, and Surveillance, or other staff, when the coordinator is not available for consultation which may include decisions in the field (home/work). The position reports to the Coordinator of Accountability Court.

Guidelines

Guidelines include federal and state laws, county policies and procedures, codes and ordinances, standard operating procedures, personnel policies, procedures, and guidelines. At no time shall the case manager operate in areas not specific or sanctioned for the position such as giving legal advice or therapeutic counseling. Additional guidelines are required for any grant involvement.

Complexity/Scope of Work

This position is complex due to the diversity of tasks and responsibilities, the multiplicity of guidelines, and the population served. It involves adults with severe substance abuse and psychiatric disorders with multiple needs and limited resources. Each case is unique and must be handled on an individual basis. The purpose of the work is to efficiently network services between the criminal justice system and the Accountability Court to provide and monitor a treatment plan for participants.

Contacts

Contacts are typically with a wide variety of people such as Judges and Court personnel, County employees, Department of Family and Children Services, Public Safety staff, mental health professionals and persons with psychiatric disorders and their families, and resource agency staff.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

Supervisory and Management Responsibiliry

None.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in related field (psychology, sociology, criminal justice, human services or related areas) is preferred. However, an equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of national best practices of FTC and the Standards for Georgia Accountability Courts is preferred.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

***Please visit our website at Pickensga.com to complete an application to accompany your resume.

Pickens County, Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $19.25 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19