Case Manager

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

ALAPAHA CIRCUIT DRUG COURT

(Atkinson, Berrien, Clinch, Cook and Lanier Counties)

POSITION: Alapaha Circuit Accountability Court CaseManager

Definition:

Under general/limited supervision; performs work of moderate difficulty providing professional assistance and comprehensive case management to participants of the drug court and mental health court; performs related work as required.

Job Duties:

• Interview, screen, and gather demographic information on offenders whose charges qualify them for an accountability court program
• Explain in detail drug court program to interested offenders or referred agencies
• Assists participants with life skills, such as time management, budgeting, and employment
• Research employment and community service opportunities for participants
• Maintain paper and electronic files on participants
• Attend treatment team meetings, court procedures, and other appointments assigned
• Urine sample collections (drug testing)
• Operate the drug analyzer to test the samples collected.

Desirable Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of substance abuse, addictions, mental health and casework practices
• Knowledge of community treatment providers and services
• Knowledge of treatment modalities
• Knowledge of social and psychological issues regarding drug use
• Skill in documenting behaviors and maintaining accurate records
• Skill in interpersonal communication in a collaborative format
• Working skill in exercising sound judgement and ability to make decisions independently
• Working skill in keeping within current standards and practices of Treatment Court
• Considerable skill in multi-tasking with efficiency and accuracy

Desirable Educational Background:

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Social Work, Psychology, or related fields. Associate’s Degree in Social Sciences, Sociology or related fields with 2 or more years of related experiences. High School diploma with 4 or more years of related experiences.

Additional Requirements:

The position requires a valid driver’s license and a private vehicle for travel.

Applicants will be required to pass a background investigation as a condition of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.16 - $18.60 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations