Drug Court Case Manager

General Information

Location: 1051 Manatee Ave W 2nd Floor, Bradenton FL 34205

Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

The Drug Court Case Manager provides case management support services to the Drug Court Program clients in Manatee County.

NOTE: This position has been designated by the Manatee County Commission as serving at the will and pleasure of the Chief Judge and may be terminated by the Chief Judge or his or her designee for any lawful reason including no reason.

Working Conditions

Indoor/office environment; some high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 25 lbs. alone/ up to 50 lbs. with assistance. Must be able to use a personal computer, copy machines, fax machines, scanning devices, multi-line telephones. Works independently, as well as with a team. Works with judges, pro se, and the clerk's office, OSCA, local social service agencies, State Attorney's Office, Public Defender's Office and Sheriff's Office, the court staff in Manatee County. Maintains confidentiality concerning sensitive issues before the court.

Job Description

Essential Functions

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties dies not exclude them from the position.

The Drug Court Case Manager completes the initial documentation (intake, screenings/evaluations).

Assists with program orientation, meets with clients on a weekly basis, and creates and updates case management plans.

Provides various referrals and follow-up, attends court sessions, facilitates life skills groups, updates case management database, keeps statistics, and other various data and reports as required.

Assists the Drug Court Manager in analyzing the effects of the services provided to the clients' overall functioning within the program.

Provides back up coverage in the lab as necessary.

Maintains effective working relationships with other court personnel, outside agencies, mental health and legal professionals, litigants, and the general public.

Analyzes files for completeness of appropriate legal documentation and the ability to move cases through the court process.

Communicates effectively both orally and in writing.

Provides periodic guidance as needed and meets at the end of the month with supervisor to monitor accomplishments.

% of

Time Duties

40% Manages Client Treatment, sessions and makes referrals

20% Follow-up contact with providers / community

10% Attends staff / court hearings

10% Assists in efficiently processing drug court cases

10% Maintains documentation including program statistics

5% Facilitates group sessions

5% Administrative duties

100%

Any other duties as assigned by supervisor or the Trial Court Administrator.

Minimum Qualifications

Must become CJIS certified within 90 days of employment.

A bachelor's degree in public or business administration, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or closely related field.

Three years of related case management experience may substitute for the education requirement.

More

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Basic knowledge of the legal system; court processes and procedures; and the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge of substance abuse and related issues.

Knowledge of community service providers.

Ability to analyze court files and legal documentation.

Strong computer skills, such as: proficient typing skills; the ability to use computer applications such as Microsoft Office products and Microsoft Outlook; searching the Internet; and the ability to learn and use new program software (FDCCMS, AVATAR).

Understand and often apply legal concepts, laws, and rules of procedure when performing case management tasks.

Understand the limitations of services of case management and what constitutes the unauthorized practice of law.

Full Time Positions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

* ComPsych - offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
* LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
* Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.

Wellbeing Benefits:

* Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year)
* On-site Fitness Centers for you and your dependents with 24/7 access
* Personal Training (5 Free per year)
* Pharmacy Technician
* Group Fitness Classes
* Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management
* Diabetes Care Program
* Registered Dietician (5 Free per year)
* Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)

Miscellaneous Benefits:

* Workers' Compensation
* Training/Seminars
* Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
* Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
* Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).

Paid Time Off:

* 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
* Three (3) Personal Holidays
* Personal Sick Leave
* Family Sick Leave
* Sick Leave Bank (Donated Hours)
* Professional Medical Appointment Leave
* Bereavement Leave
* Military Leave
* Military Training Leave
* FMLA

Vacation Award: Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week.

Years of Service Vacation Days

0-5 16.25 days

6-10 19.50 days

11+ 22.75 days

* Earn an additional day of vacation every six (6) consecutive months of no sick leave.

Insurance:

* Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0.
* Dental Insurance
* Vision Insurance
* Prescription Insurance
* Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost)
* Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Retirement:

* Florida Retirement System (FRS) with Pension Plan and Investment Plan options.
* 457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya.
* FRS Webinars
* Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner

Career Wellness:

* Professional Leadership Programs
* Instructor-Led and eLearning Training
* Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
* Career Counseling
* Toastmasters
* Networking Membership (Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance)
* Employee Recognition Programs with monetary and time-off awards

Education Benefits:

* Tuition Reimbursement eligible after six (6) months of service, including GED reimbursement.
* Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder.
* Public Safety Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexible Spending Account:

* Options for Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts providing pre-tax savings.

Permanent Part Time - Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

* ComPsych - offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
* LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.

Miscellaneous Benefits:

* Workers' Compensation
* Training/Seminars
* Fitness Center Access for employee only
* FRS options
* Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
* Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
* Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).

Paid Time Off:

* 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
* Three (3) Personal Holidays
* Paid Time Off and Leaves of Absence are based on an 8 hrs./day 80/hrs.

per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on

a pro-rated basis

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VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.

Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

* I acknowledge the above statement

02

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

* A disabled veteran who is eligible for receiving compensation under public law administered by Department of Veteran's Affairs and Department of Defense
* The spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of total and permanent service-connected disability, or spouse of a veteran missing in action, captured or forcefully detained by a foreign power
* A wartime veteran who has served at least 1 day during a wartime period (active duty for training may not be eligible)
* An un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability
* The mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the U.S. Department of Defense
* A current member of any reserve component for the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard
* A veteran with a "Honorable" discharge (Active duty for training may not be allowed for eligibility)
* Not claiming Veteran's Preference

03

Which level of education have you achieved?

* No high school equivalency
* High school graduate/equivalent
* Associates degree
* Bachelors degree
* Masters degree

04

In what field did you major ?

* None
* Business Administration
* Public Administration
* Criminal Justice
* Psychology
* Sociology
* or related field

05

How many years of experience do you have related to case management experience ?

* None
* 1 year
* 2 years
* 3 years
* 4 years
* 5 years
* 6 years
* 7 years
* 8+ years

06

Please acknowledge that you must become CJIS certified within 90 days of employment?

* Yes
* No

Required Question

Agency Manatee County Government

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