SSD - DUI Evaluator

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The DUI Evaluator Liaison Casework Officer is responsible for interviewing persons arrested for DUI and preparing a written evaluation for the Court identifying substance abuse severity, criminal risk, and public safety risk. Additionally, other alcohol/drug assessments may be performed including Secretary of State updated evaluations and letters of denial. These assessments will be conducted in accordance with the Department of Alcohol and Substance Abuse rules and Circuit Court rules. The DUI Evaluation Liaison will compile and communicate all pertinent data to the court in regard to the evaluation process.

Requirements

Possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and verify placement on the State Hiring List overseen by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts.
IAODAPCA, Certified Assessment/Referral Specialist (CARS), CADC, LPC, LCPC, LSW, or LCSW Certification/Licensure is required.
Possess working knowledge of the criminal court system, and probation policies and procedures.
Possess excellent organizational and written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate sensitivity to issues related to confidentiality.
Possess the ability to operate various computer systems utilized by the department.
Possess a valid Illinois Driver’s license and the availability of an insured motor vehicle.
As a condition of employment, you must be certified by the Administrative Office of Illinois Courts and Office of Statewide Pretrial Services.
This position requires a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. Applicants are advised that as a Drug Free Workplace, use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment.

Responsibilities

Interview clients scheduled for evaluations.
Administer standardized assessment instruments.
Investigate criminal histories and Driving Abstract records.
Assess and identify issues related to substance use including the history of use, motivation, and mental health issues.
Compose reports based on client interviews, standardized testing, and identified risk factors.
Refer clients to services to address identified needs.
Organize, review, and modify information for presentation to the Court.
Appear in court regarding questions related to the evaluation process per Social Service Department guidelines.
Maintain records related to all court appearances.
Complete drug testing as ordered by the Court.
Conduct intake interviews for evaluation clients and enters information into the Evaluation Case Management System.
Attend required trainings.
Participates in activities related to maintaining both personal and agency licensure.
Perform other assigned duties as needed.