Pre Trial Case Manager

Boone County Government•Community Corrections, IN

About The Position

Pretrial case managers for Community Corrections assess and screen individuals booked into the Boone County jail upon arrest and supervise them upon release. They assess risk and supervision needs, prepare reports for the supervising court, monitor participants’ compliance, and connect participants with services when appropriate. The role also involves maintaining case records, conducting checks and drug and alcohol testing, communicating with participants and service providers, and responding to emergencies. The position reports directly to the Pretrial Coordinator. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree in criminal justice, social service, or a related area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, required certifications and training within the time specified by the department, including IRAS.
Working knowledge of and ability to apply local, state, and federal regulations; department policies and procedures; and legal terminology used in the department and criminal justice system.
Working knowledge of available social service providers and ability to coordinate appropriate services for participants and their families.
Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to communicate sensitively with regard to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversity, and disabilities.
Ability to follow employer and department personnel policies and work rules, including those concerning attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions from a supervisor and respond appropriately to constructive criticism.
Ability to properly use assigned and department equipment.
Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment with minimum supervision, while maintaining respectful working relationships.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and complete assignments effectively amid frequent distractions and interruptions.
Ability to occasionally work extended and/or weekend hours and occasionally travel out of town for training, sometimes overnight.
Ability to serve on 24-hour emergency call, with details to be determined upon completion of the matrix and program protocol.
Valid Indiana driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

Assess individuals using the IRAS-PAT to determine risk and supervision level upon arrest.
Use other assessment tools as needed based on individual needs or the nature of the crime, including domestic violence, substance abuse, or mental health concerns.
Prepare reports for the supervising court to support decisions about appropriate supervision levels if individuals are released.
Supervise participants released on pretrial supervision according to their supervision level, including conducting monthly criminal and new-arrest checks, administering urine drug screens, and referring participants to evidence-based programs when appropriate.
Model pro-social behavior and use evidence-based methods of communication and interaction with offenders.
Monitor participant compliance and file non-compliance reports with the supervising court and prosecutor.
Maintain current and accurate case files and promptly enter IRAS and other documentation.
Serve as a liaison between participants and service providers by explaining program policies, answering questions, and resolving problems.
Search participants for contraband according to prescribed procedures; test for illegal drugs and alcohol, including collecting urine samples and operating an alcosensor.
Attend required training, obtain certifications, and teach program classes as directed.
Periodically perform duties of other department personnel when they are absent or as needed, and maintain working knowledge of each program component’s procedures.
Keep current on applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations, developments, technology, and trends in community corrections by reading professional publications and periodically attending training, seminars, or conferences.
Serve on 24-hour call for emergencies.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Develop and implement appropriate case plans for participants and their families, including assessing needs, monitoring activities, maintaining documentation, and completing required reports.
Coordinate appropriate social services for participants and their families.
Communicate with co-workers, other County departments, participants and their families, service providers, and employers.
Use assigned equipment, including electronic monitoring equipment, an alcosensor, and OC spray, and department equipment such as a computer, printer, copier, fax machine, and cellular telephone.
Respond swiftly and decisively to potentially violent individuals and de-escalate volatile situations through conversation or negotiation as circumstances require.
Provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information and records in accordance with state requirements.