Case Manager- Criminal Justice Services - Time Limited

Salt Lake County • Salt Lake City, UT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Salt Lake County Criminal Justice Services is hiring a time-limited Case Manager for work located in the Jail. The role supports alternatives to incarceration, community safety, evidence-based practices, and positive behavior change for people involved in the justice system. The Case Manager provides case management that addresses community safety and client needs while ensuring compliance with court directives. Time-limited appointed employees work for a specified period dependent on agency funding and are at-will employees, exempt from the rights of merit employees. Shift work is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Pass a required fingerprint-based background check and enroll in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program.
• Ability to work shift work.
• Knowledge of job-related computer software, research and report writing, interviewing methods, community social services agencies, crisis intervention, the basic structure of the criminal justice system, case management, and substance abuse and addiction.
• Ability to use job-related computers and software; respond to and resolve client crisis problems; conduct client interviews; make community social service referrals; manage a caseload; recognize substance abuse and addiction; navigate criminal justice records and research client cases; work independently as part of a team; organize and schedule work; use a problem-solving approach with clients; prioritize multiple tasks; respond professionally in stressful situations; communicate clearly orally and in writing; and work effectively with people from various socioeconomic backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish; preference will be given to applicants with this qualification.

Responsibilities

• Refer clients for court-ordered services.
• Maintain client files and update the computerized case management system with required information.
• Provide an appropriate level of supervision, identify criminogenic needs, and develop plans to reduce failures to appear and risk of further offenses.
• Address criminogenic needs, review client progress, provide immediate short-term crisis assistance, and identify further interventions as needed.
• Assess clients’ readiness to change, identify barriers, provide support, and collaborate to facilitate positive changes.
• Coordinate with criminal justice agencies, treatment agencies, and other service providers to promote clients’ best interests.
• Attend order to show cause, review, and evidentiary hearings at District and Justice Courts.
• Conduct Presentence Investigation interviews when required, follow established procedures and approved questionnaires, prepare professional investigation reports, and submit them to the court according to agency procedures.

Benefits

• 12 holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and one personal day each year.
• Retirement options: hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k)-only plan with a 10% contribution.
• Medical coverage, including an option with a 100% county-paid premium; dental and vision coverage, including coverage for adult designees.
• Health Savings Account with a county contribution of up to $1,200 per year and a Flexible Spending Account.
• 100% county-paid long-term disability coverage and a short-term disability option.
• Professional development, including paid professional membership fees.
• Onsite medical clinic, childcare, and gym.
• Hospital insurance, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and discounts at County facilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level