Case Manager - Criminal Justice Services
About The Position
Join our team in a career that centers on alternatives to incarceration, evidence-based practices and community collaboration. We focus on community safety through positive behavior change and supporting individuals involved in the justice system. Our services address the underlying issues that lead to criminal behavior and provide the opportunity for change. Case Managers with Criminal Justice Services do work that really matters. Case Managers assist clients develop pro-social skills by utilizing evidence-based practices that have lasting behavior changes. We value teamwork, collaboration with community partners, accountability, a client-focused approach, a safe and supportive environment, empowerment, and continued professional development opportunities. We hire the most knowledgeable and experienced employees in the industry. At Salt Lake County, we do not just accept individual difference; we value and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Not only does Salt Lake County offer an excellent benefits package, but it is also an incredible place to call home and enjoy a quality lifestyle!
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.
- Must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Applicants who can speak, read, and write fluently in both English and Spanish, without using a translation app or program.
Responsibilities
- Provide case management utilizing acceptable case management practices addressing community safety, and client needs, and ensuring compliance with court directives.
- Refers clients for court-ordered services.
- Utilizes acceptable case management practices regarding maintenance of the file and updating computerized case management system with all required information.
- Provides appropriate level of supervision, identifies criminogenic needs, and creates a plan to reduce failure to appear and/or risk of further offenses.
- Addresses criminogenic needs, reviews progress, provides immediate short-term crisis assistance, and identifies further intervention as needed.
- Assesses readiness to change, identifies barriers, provides support, and collaborates to facilitate positive changes.
- Interacts with criminal justice agencies, treatment agencies, and other agencies providing services to clients to promote the client’s best interests.
- Attends order to show cause hearings, review hearings, and evidentiary hearings at District and Justice Courts.
- Conducts Presentence Investigation interviews, when required, following established PSR procedures and approved client questionnaires; compiles professional investigation reports, and submits to court in accordance with established agency procedures.
Benefits
- 12 Holidays
- up to 24 vacation days
- 12 sick days
- one personal day every year
- Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contribution
- Medical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option
- Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designees
- Health Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year
- Flexible Spending Account
- 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability option
- Professional Development including professional membership fees paid
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Onsite medical clinic
- gym
- hospital insurance
- pet insurance
- auto and home insurance
- discounts at County facilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
