Enforcement Caseworker - Friend of the Court

Eaton County•Charlotte, MI

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the Friend of the Court, this role assists in the enforcement of court orders pertaining to child support. The position monitors cases to ensure compliance with court orders and initiates enforcement actions when necessary. Responsibilities include responding to inquiries, negotiating resolutions, and maintaining accurate case data.

Requirements

High school graduate, or equivalent.
One to two years of experience in a capacity providing familiarity with the court system.
Some experience with data processing systems and accounting.

Nice To Haves

Some advanced coursework in interpersonal communications or human services areas.

Responsibilities

Monitors support payment records and follows up on court orders.
Initiates enforcement actions such as income withholding orders, orders to show cause, or warrants.
Responds to inquiries related to enforcement procedures, case arrearages, and other activity.
Negotiates resolutions to enforcement actions.
Sets up new support and alimony cases, mails instruction letters, and issues income withholding orders.
Prepares show cause hearing petitions for modification of orders.
Reviews case files for completeness and readiness for court action.
Provides Friend of the Court with pertinent case information.
Negotiates with clients to resolve matters without formal court action.
Conducts show cause hearings and processes enforcement orders.
Audits client files upon request, tracking accounting history and ensuring accuracy.
Confers with parents, attorneys, and related agencies regarding domestic relations actions.
Meets with clients to discuss specific case problems.
Maintains current computer data files on cases.
Processes visitation abatements.
Processes certifications and decertifications from DHS, adjusting and correcting accounts.
Types and distributes court orders and prepares orders reflecting settlements.
Monitors cases for tax intercept, verifies, and makes deletions and modifications.
Records receipt of tax offset monies and modifies income withholding orders.
Enforces medical provisions of court orders, ensuring coverage and payment of health care expenses.
Reviews suspense reports and determines appropriate disposition of monies.
Mails letters to clients eligible for State programs.
Prepares affidavits of account status for other agencies.
Attends monthly and yearly County and statewide meetings to stay current on policies, laws, and upgrades.