Case Manager - Drug and Alcohol Treatment Courts - Jefferson County
Company: Wisconsin Community Services
Location: Jefferson
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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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 PI842ee91f0456-25660-32380355
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