PRETRIAL SERVICES OFFICER I

Thurston County•Olympia, WA

5h•$5,405 - $7,189•Hybrid

About The Position

Thurston County Pretrial Services seeks a Pretrial Diversion Officer I as part of its Pretrial Diversion Team. This team works collaboratively with both criminal justice and behavioral health partners to assist individuals in completing treatment-focused diversion agreements in lieu of incarceration, possibly resulting in dismissal of criminal charges.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in behavioral or social sciences, criminal justice or public administration. Additional years of experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
Must have completed course work in substance use, mental health, and/or domestic violence studies.
Three (3) years of experience in the criminal justice or social services field interviewing, counseling or supervising justice-involved individuals.
Must be able to pass background clearance to for access to enter corrections facility and run criminal record history.
Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of evidence-based diversion and pretrial practices;
Experience with casework including working with individuals with behavioral health needs;
Experience working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders;
Experience deescalating individuals in crisis;
Knowledge of local community resources; and
Ability to establish priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

Managing a caseload of individuals with behavioral health needs who have entered into diversion agreements
Making referrals to community services providers.
Monitoring client compliance with diversion agreements and conditions of release, including submitting written reports, making recommendations, and/or testifying in court as needed.
Conducting risk and needs assessments for individuals involved in criminal cases by conducting interviews and reviewing records.
Accessing criminal history databases.
Communicating with attorneys, court personnel, and community-based providers.
Maintaining accurate files and ensuring court documentation is filed in a timely manner.
Performing other duties as assigned.