Superior Court of California, County of San Joaquin

Compensation

Full Description

JOB EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY: THIS IS A FULL-TIME, SIX (6) MONTH LIMITED TERM CONTRACT POSITION BASED ON GRANT FUNDING. The Superior Court of California, County of San Joaquin is now accepting applications for a full-time, six (6) month limited term Case Manager Contract position in the Collaborative Courts. The ability to speak Spanish is desirable. Case Managers are responsible for performing risk and needs assessments for adult offenders; recommending the appropriate level of treatment; referring clients to treatment and supportive services; monitoring client compliance and progress; adjusting treatment level when necessary; attending court briefings to report client progress; and performing related duties as assigned. Incumbents receive general direction from assigned supervisory or management personnel, and exercise no direct supervision over staff.This is a full journey-level classification. Positions at this level receive ongoing instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise. This class is responsible for assessing and recommending treatment levels and options for clients; conducting investigations to monitor progress and ensure compliance; and collaborating with supportive services to help resolve housing, employment and health issues for clients and their families. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.Schedules and conducts interview with client referred to a Collaborative Court Program; obtains background information; orients client regarding the contract, release of information, protocol for urinalysis, and consent for confidential information; compiles information to report to judge.Assesses the needs and risk for client to determine the appropriate level of treatment and to set treatment goals; Refers client to appropriate treatment providers and supportive programs; communicates regularly with treatment provider to ensure that client is properly placed. Monitors client status for compliance issues and progress; investigates compliance and substance abuse issues; requests information from treatment providers; maintains weekly contact with treatment providers; meets with client and performs alcohol and other random drug testing.Performs on-going assessment on the progress, development and needs of clients; makes recommendations and reports to the Court; communicates status change to all parties involved. Creates and maintains court calendar.Conducts presentations, in Court, of facts to defend recommendations; testifies as a witness when subpoenaed by the County Counsel or the client’s attorney.Creates and updates client files with outcome of court proceedings, progress reports from treatment providers, testing results, doctor’s appointments, court appearances, attendance of support meetings and all other pertinent information.Performs other duties as assigned. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION PHYSICAL DEMANDSMust possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSEmployees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset clients and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing legal policies and procedures.