Specialized Docket Case Manager

DESCRIPTION

The Union County Common Pleas Judge is now hiring a Specialized Docket Case Manager. As a Case Manager, you'll work under the general direction of the Director of Specialized Dockets, providing essential case management services to participants in our specialized dockets. You'll help individuals access behavioral health assessments, connect with community resources, and stay on track with treatment and recovery goals.

Responsibilities include:

• Linking participants with behavioral health and community support services
• Coordinating care with treatment providers, probation officers, and correctional facilities
• Providing monitoring, advocacy, counseling, and crisis intervention
• Assisting with daily living needs and medication supervision
• Supporting participants from diverse backgrounds, including those with criminal justice involvement, substance use disorders, and mental health conditions

QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, criminal justice, counseling or related field; Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA); two or more years of related experience in substance use treatment, case management, probation or related field strongly preferred.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must be a licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA); must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain insurability under the County’s vehicle insurance policy; ORAS certified or the ability to become certified within six (6) months of employment. Must also be capable of satisfying a comprehensive pre-employment background investigation.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Personal computer, applicable computer software, printer, copy machine, fax machine, receipt printer, and other standard office equipment, drug testing equipment.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); is exposed to possible injury due to unclean or unsanitary conditions; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; has exposure to hazardous driving conditions; has exposure to life threatening situations; has exposure to needles and other drug paraphernalia; has exposure to Hepatitis C; has to work irregular hours.

Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered sedentary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(1) Submits referrals to local treatment agencies for substance use treatment assessments, medication assisted treatment assessments, mental health assessments, domestic violence classes, anger management classes, and driver intervention programs. Transports participants from jail to probation, treatment agency appointments, residential treatment, job interviews, employment services, education services, government services, pantry services, community service and assist with community service projects/observation.

(2) Supports relapse prevention and crisis intervention when necessary. Serves as a liaison between the specialized docket and treatment providers. Maintains frequent contact with participants through office visits, phone calls, home visits, and court sessions. Attends weekly staffing and court hearings for all specialized dockets. Prepares written and verbal reports for team staffing meetings and court hearings. Participates in discussions regarding incentives, sanctions, phase advancement, successful completion, and termination, as well as recommendations regarding treatment.

(3) Performs substance use assessments under clinical supervision of the Director of Specialized Dockets. Performs other administrative functions as designated by the Director of Specialized Dockets.

4) Assists probation officers with conducting urine and/or alcohol testing to ensure compliance with court orders.

(5) Maintains required licensures, certification, and continuing education requirements, if any.

(6) Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions; observes/collects drug screens as necessary.

(7) Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(8) Performs other related duties as assigned.

(9) Attends staff meetings as assigned.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS

Knowledge of: *County, Department, and Division goals and objectives; *County, Department, and Division policies and procedures; *personnel rules and regulations; work place safety; government structure and process; drug counseling; behavior modification techniques; drug testing and measurements; courtroom procedures; medical terminology; office practices and procedures; English grammar and spelling; social services policies, programs, rules, and regulations; case management; principles and practices of staff supervision, training, and performance evaluation; addiction, recovery, mental health, and trauma-informed care principles.

Skill in: typing; transcription; adding machine or calculator operation; word processing; computer operation; drafting; use of modern office equipment; data entry; telephone console operation; leadership, conflict resolution, and team management; strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to: Carry out instructions in written, oral, or picture form; deal with many variables and determine specific action; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; exercise independent judgment and discretion; recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; read, copy, and record figures accurately; add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers; prepare accurate documentation; compile and prepare reports; prepare and deliver speeches and presentations; communicate effectively; respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials; communicate effectively; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communication; work alone on most tasks; lift file boxes; handle sensitive inquiries from and contacts with officials and general public; maintain records according to established procedures; plan, assign, direct and evaluate the work of others; develop and maintain effective working relationships; perform job safely; maintain confidentiality and have professional ethical standards required by state and federal statutes and generally accepted for counseling and social work practice; work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team; evidence-based practices and community resources.

POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED:
None.