Case Manager

Diversion Center Superintendent

Exempt
- Administrative

Personnel System

116

Yes
-Subjectto random drugtesting per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.

The purpose of this job is to select, based on pre-developed criteria, and provide intensive supervision and oversight of residents qualified for the Diversion Center Program. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: selecting qualified residents, developing a comprehensive work, skills, and training program for each resident based upon individual needs for each resident for the purpose of reducing recidivism, maintaining case files, providing counseling, supervising residents in their effort to complete their assigned program, and insure the residents under the case worker's supervision are closely monitored for eventual success in the program.

To perform additional tasks as assigned.

Monday
- Friday: 8am-5pm (one hour lunch break included)

May be required to work on religious holidays.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Must work cooperatively with others.

When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.

This position is designated as an emergency position that requires your attendance at work under all types of emergency conditions. Some examples of emergencies include inclement weather, utility failure, fire or other forced evacuations or as determined by the Manager.

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or Sociology with two years of experience in a corrections, law enforcement, legal, clinical or case management setting required, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

Master's degree preferred.

Requires ability to meet current certification requirements set forth in the Georgia Basic Correctional Officer Training program and obtain BCOT Certification in Corrections within twelve months of hire date.

Position requires a twelve-month probationary period.

Must possess a valid driver's license.

• Performs initial intake assessment and criminogenic review of potential residents and their needs upon entering the program
• Conducts interviews with residents and potential (and possibly family members) to identify and address the presence of any risk factors.
• Creates individualized case plans for residents.
• Conducts work assessment checks.
• Monitor's and documents resident's compliance with program and court requirements (including reporting, fine and fee payment, performance of community service, and completion of courses, evaluations, counseling and treatment programs.
• Participates in drug and alcohol training and testing in order to provide proper supervision.
• Establishes appropriate location for any community service requirements with each offender.
• Receives, researches, and responds to concerns, inquiries and complaints from employers, various law enforcement agencies, and the general public.
• Prepares and maintains computer database records of residents and monitors their progress.
• Facilitates and arranges the necessary education and counseling applicable to the resident's case; monitors attendance and compliance closely.
• Provides direct individual counseling for residents.
• Enter work schedules on the computer for residents.
• Appears in court to make recommendations regarding further action on cases; may be involved in making recommendations to the court.
• Collects and review check/pay stubs for accuracy.
• Establishes and updates dispositional reports,…