Jefferson County Alcohol and Drug Treatment Court Coordinator

Company: Wisconsin Community Services
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Jefferson County Alcohol and Drug Treatment Court CoordinatorJob Code: 2022-CSCA-012Location: Court Services & Community AlternativesDepartment: Jefferson CountyFT/PT Status: Full TimeJob Responsibilities:Position Summary: Case management with intensive support, supervision and monitoring of third and greater OWI offenders who are participating in the Jefferson County Alcohol Treatment Court, as well as providing case management of Jefferson Drug Treatment Court Participants. Essential Functions:Case Manager

• In collaboration of other case manager to ensure weekly reporting after staffing and court to the PD;
• In collaboration with other case manager to ensure monthly preparation of the CJCC updates for the PD and Administrator in a timely fashion;
• Responsible for a range of case management of a shared caseload of 40 to 50 participants over the course of one year, from intake evaluation through discharge, providing structure, accountability and support for successful recovery;
• Administer the screening tool and risk assessment on all offenders, as identified by Jefferson County, and report the results to the Jefferson County Alcohol Treatment Court Team (JCATC); and Drug Treatment Teams;
• Make referrals to treatment and other community based support services according to each participant's needs;
• Meet face-to-face with participants in the office, jail and courthouse to accomplish all essential functions of supervision and monitoring;
• Administration of Preliminary Breath Tests and drug tests, utilizing an instant cup and following Chain of Custody protocols;
• Maintain regular ongoing contact with all treatment providers regarding the status of individual participants and report back to the JCATC Team;
• Monitor participants' payment of treatment fees, program fees (if applicable), and court related fees as required following the protocols identified by the JCATC and JCDTC Team.
• Prepare all documentation, in collaboration with other case manager for weekly staffing with the JCATC and JCDTC Team and report all pertinent participant activity and status regarding treatment, attendance at self-help groups, employment, alcohol/drug tests and SCRAM results, ancillary services and participant's family life;
• Attend weekly pre-hearing staffing and court hearings;
• Assist with recommendations in determining Phase levels, sanctions, and incentives;
• Produce and maintain quality written and electronic files and court communication;
• Maintain all paper and electronic files on each participant, ensuring timely and accurate data entry;
• Ensure that the Treatment Court supervision model, its core elements and all policies and procedures are followed;
• Ensure protection of participant confidentiality;
• Conduct alcohol and drug testing, including utilizing SCRAM;
• Maintain the CORE database; Coordinator
• Assist the PD in training new part or full-time staff should the program grow or there be staff turnover;
• Team with the other program manager to manage daily operations on-site and reporting all concerns to the PD, and to the Administrator in her absence;
• Present to the JCCJCC meetings when the PD is unavailable;
• Responsible for monthly CRC & Agency Demographics Reports
• Assist with regular Quality Assurance (QA) checks Other Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist with creative participant incentives and reward celebrations;
• Maintain a flexible work schedule, if required, to allow for early evening hours and some weekends to accommodate participant's work schedules.
• Other job-related duties may be necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the position. Job Qualifications:Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the Wisconsin Criminal Justice System; knowledge of local treatment programs and community resources to include housing, education, public transportation; knowledge of the Circuit Court Access Program (CCAP); Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to respond appropriately in crisis situations; sensitivity toward cultural, ethnic and disability issues; good organizational, computer and typing skills; ability to read and understand drug testing results; good judgment; effective use of time; and knowledge of Evidence Based Practices preferred.Minimal Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work or other related field; preference for case management experience; Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor credential preferred - but a Substance Abuse Counselor or related experience is acceptable; Specific experience working within the criminal justice system preferred; Computer skills to include a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; Working knowledge of basic office equipment to include but not limited to computer, fax and copier; understanding of AODA issues and treatment; possess a valid Wisconsin Driver's License and insured auto; must pass criminal background check.PI201786724

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