Jss - Social Worker

About La Crosse County : At La Crosse County, we are committed to creating a vibrant, safe, and inclusive community. Guided by our Strategic Plan, we focus on economic growth, environmental stewardship, affordable housing, and robust public services that enhance the quality of life for all residents.

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) : A top-rated pension program.
• Affordable Insurance Premiums :
  Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off :
  Vacation, sick, and 10+ paid holidays annually.
• Work-Life Balance :
  Flexible schedules and wellness programs.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) : At La Crosse County, we believe that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued.

The Drug Court Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day administration and coordination of the Drug Court program, ensuring fidelity to the model and alignment with judicial expectations, treatment standards, and community supervision requirements. This role provides assertive case management, maintaining consistent contact with participants, monitoring compliance, coordinating services, and proactively addressing barriers to engagement and progress. The Coordinator facilitates communication among the multidisciplinary team, prepares cases for staffing and court, tracks participant progress, and ensures accurate documentation and data reporting.

The position operates from poverty-informed and trauma-informed philosophies, recognizing the impact of systemic inequities, adverse experiences, and behavioral health needs on participant outcomes. The Coordinator applies culturally responsive practices, promotes professional boundaries, upholds accountability, and supports participant growth through structured expectations, collaborative problem-solving, and evidence-based interventions.

FLSA:
Exempt The Justice Support Services Social Worker provides case management to justice-involved clients who have been ordered by the court to be monitored as a condition of their bond during pretrial or once they have been sentenced. The social worker is responsible to assist clients in meeting conditions of bond/sentence and client’s personal goals such as securing employment, legal, medical, mental health, substance use disorder treatment, or other social services.

They interview justice-involved clients to assess their risk and needs, monitor compliance with court orders, communicate with internal and external stakeholders including attorneys, court personnel, and other agencies to gather information about cases. They review court records, including police reports, witness statements, and other documents. They prepare reports to the courts on client progress, case files for court hearings such as arraignments, and bond hearings and coordinates/collaborates with other agencies to ensure clients receive appropriate services in order to successfully meet pretrial outcomes or sentence requirements.

• Demonstrate mutual respect, humility, and honesty in all interactions
• Speak up appropriately, even when expressing unpopular viewpoints
• Actively listen and remain open-minded to diverse perspectives

• Set clear goals and objectives to motivate self and others to achieve outcomes
• Seek new opportunities to improve processes and drive sustainable results
• Hold self and others accountable through consistent evaluation and monitoring

• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and growth
• Provide mentorship and support to help self and others reach full potential
• Recognize and leverage diverse strengths within self and team

• Understand and communicate a compelling vision that aligns with organizational goals
• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to achieve long-term objectives
• Connect daily work to the bigger picture, inspiring self and others to contribute meaningfully

• Navigate complex situations by considering multiple…