Case Manager - Contract

Superior Court of California, County of San Joaquin • Stockton, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, contract position based on grant funding. The Superior Court of California, County of San Joaquin is now accepting applications for a full-time, Case Manager Contract position in the Collaborative Courts. The ability to speak Spanish is desirable. Case Managers are responsible for performing risk and needs assessments for adult offenders; recommending the appropriate level of treatment; referring clients to treatment and supportive services; monitoring client compliance and progress; adjusting treatment level when necessary; attending court briefings to report client progress; and performing related duties as assigned. Incumbents receive general direction from assigned supervisory or management personnel, and exercise no direct supervision over staff. This is a full journey-level classification. Positions at this level receive ongoing instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise. This class is responsible for assessing and recommending treatment levels and options for clients; conducting investigations to monitor progress and ensure compliance; and collaborating with supportive services to help resolve housing, employment and health issues for clients and their families.

Requirements

• Equivalent to two (2) years of experience in Adult or Juvenile substance abuse programs, performing assessment, counseling and case management duties.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment.
• Knowledge of characteristics and signs of substance abuse and co-occurring disorders.
• Knowledge of investigation and interview techniques.
• Knowledge of principles and methods of counselling.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of mental health, psychological and socio- economics of the family unit.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to the criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of governmental and private community resources and referral agencies, including mental health resources.
• Knowledge of basic concepts of law enforcement and probation practices.
• Knowledge of techniques for exhibiting a high level of professionalism by effectively dealing with clients, family members, attorneys, treatment providers, social service personnel, law enforcement personnel, and courtroom staff.
• Knowledge of English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and software relevant to work performed.
• Ability to interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State and local laws, statutes, policies, procedures, and regulations related to assigned disputes.
• Ability to reach logical conclusions and make sound recommendations based on evaluation of facts and conflicting information.
• Ability to conduct interviews under stressful and/or hostile circumstances.
• Ability to provide counseling to clients and family members; put emotional and hostile individuals at ease.
• Ability to interpret and understand technical documents such as medical, legal, financial reports.
• Ability to prepare concise reports and records.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical time deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Ability to effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Ability to use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

• An Associate of Arts degree in psychology, sociology, counseling, or related field is highly desired.
• The ability to speak Spanish is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and conducts interview with client referred to a Collaborative Court Program; obtains background information; orients client regarding the contract, release of information, protocol for urinalysis, and consent for confidential information; compiles information to report to judge.
• Assesses the needs and risk for client to determine the appropriate level of treatment and to set treatment goals; Refers client to appropriate treatment providers and supportive programs; communicates regularly with treatment provider to ensure that client is properly placed.
• Monitors client status for compliance issues and progress; investigates compliance and substance abuse issues; requests information from treatment providers; maintains weekly contact with treatment providers; meets with client and performs alcohol and other random drug testing.
• Performs on-going assessment on the progress, development and needs of clients; makes recommendations and reports to the Court; communicates status change to all parties involved.
• Creates and maintains court calendar.
• Conducts presentations, in Court, of facts to defend recommendations; testifies as a witness when subpoenaed by the County Counsel or the client’s attorney.
• Creates and updates client files with outcome of court proceedings, progress reports from treatment providers, testing results, doctor’s appointments, court appearances, attendance of support meetings and all other pertinent information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree