Case Manager - Drug and Alcohol Treatment Courts - Jefferson County
Company: Wisconsin Community Services
Location: Jefferson
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities:Position Summary: Case management with
intensive support, supervision and monitoring of third and greater
OWI offenders who are participating in the Jefferson County Alcohol
Treatment Court, as well as providing case management of Jefferson
Drug Treatment Court Participants. Essential Functions:
- Assist the APD in training new part or full-time staff should
the program grow or there be staff turnover.
- In collaboration with the other case manager to ensure weekly
reporting after staffing and court to the APD.
- In collaboration with other case manager to ensure monthly
preparation of the CJCC updates for the APD and Administrator in a
timely fashion.
- Team with the other program manager to manage daily operations
on-site and reporting all concerns to the APD, and to the
Administrator in her absence.
- Responsible for a range of case management of a shared caseload
of 40 to 50 participants over the course of one year, from intake
evaluation through discharge, providing structure, accountability
and support for successful recovery;
- Administer the screening tool and risk assessment on all
offenders, as identified by Jefferson County, and report the
results to the Jefferson County Alcohol Treatment Court Team
(JCATC); and Drug Treatment Teams (JCDTC);
- Make referrals to treatment and other community based support
services according to each participant's needs;
- Meet face-to-face with participants in the office, jail and
courthouse to accomplish all essential functions of supervision and
monitoring;
- Administration of Preliminary Breath Tests and direct
observation drug tests, utilizing an instant cup and following
Chain of Custody protocols;
- Maintain regular ongoing contact with all treatment providers
regarding the status of individual participants and report back to
the JCATC/JCDTC Team;
- Monitor participants' payment of treatment fees, program fees
(if applicable), and court related fees as required following the
protocols identified by the JCATC/JCDTC Team.
- Prepare all documentation, in collaboration with other case
manager for weekly staffings with the JCATC/JCDTC Team and report
all pertinent participant activity and status regarding treatment,
attendance at self-help groups, employment, alcohol/drug tests and
SCRAM results, ancillary services and participant's family
life;
- Attend weekly pre-hearing staffings and court hearings;
- Assist with recommendations in determining Phase levels,
sanctions, and incentives;
- Produce and maintain quality written and electronic files and
court communication;
- Maintain all paper and electronic files on each participant,
ensuring timely and accurate data entry; including C.O.R.E.
- Ensure that the Treatment Court supervision model, its core
elements and all policies and procedures are followed;
- Ensure protection of participant confidentiality;
- Install, maintain and remove SCRAM bracelets;
- Participate in required trainings and conferences; Other Duties
and Responsibilities:
- Assist with creative participant incentives and reward
celebrations;
- Maintain a flexible work schedule, if required, to allow for
early evening hours and some weekends to accommodate participant's
work schedules.
- Other job-related duties may be necessary to carry out the
responsibilities of the position. Job Qualifications:Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System;
knowledge of local treatment programs and community resources to
include housing, education, public transportation; knowledge of the
Circuit Court Access Program (CCAP) and jail data systems; Strong
verbal and written communication skills; ability to respond
appropriately in crisis situations; sensitivity toward cultural,
ethnic and disability issues; good organizational, computer and
typing skills; ability to read and understand drug and alcohol
testing results; good judgment; effective use of time; and must be
trained in all WCS required Evidenced Based Principals within 90
day of hire and follow models for fidelity established by the
agency. Minimal Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Criminal
Justice, Social Work or other related field; preference for case
management experience; Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor
credential preferred - but a Substance Abuse Counselor or related
experience is acceptable; Specific experience working within the
criminal justice system preferred; Computer skills to include a
working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; Working knowledge of
basic office equipment to include but not limited to computer, fax
and copier; understanding of AODA issues and treatment; possess a
valid Wisconsin Driver's License and insured auto; must pass
criminal background check. Other Job Information (if
applicable):Work Relationship and Scope: Reports directly to the
Program Director of the WCS Treatment Courts and interacts with the
Director of Court Services, as well as the JCATC/JCDTC Team. Has
contact with a wide variety of individuals to include criminal
offenders, court officials, law enforcement, jail staff, treatment
and other service providers, Probation-Parole staff, other WCS
staff, and family members of participants. Personal Attributes:
Follow the agency Code of Conduct; adhere to established policies
and procedures of the agency, JCATC/JCDTC Team and the program;
casual yet professional workplace appearance with professional
attire for court appearances; reliability in reporting to work
regularly and on time; accuracy and attention to detail when
documenting participant contacts; maintain professional and
respectful communication with co-workers, participants, courthouse
personnel, and all external persons and agencies involved with
service provision; sensitivity toward cultural, ethnic and
disability issues; demonstrate commitment to agency values and
mission. Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office
setting, jail and the courtroom; involves supervision appointments;
observe and supervise participant drug screens; participants may
exhibit disruptive behavior at times. Physical Demands: Duties
require good hearing and the ability to communicate verbally; hand
and finger dexterity for data entry and typing; involves some
driving in Jefferson County. pm21
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