Case Manager- Criminal Justice Services - Time Limited

UNAVAILABLE; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 Holidays

Vacation days

Sick days

Personal day

Retirement options (401k/pension)

County-paid premiums (medical)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Professional development

Job summary

Salt Lake County is hiring Case Managers for Criminal Justice Services. You will provide case management addressing community safety, client needs, and compliance with court directives, working in a team focused on collaboration and outcomes.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field, with preference for bilingual English/Spanish. The role requires passing a fingerprint background check and RAP Back enrollment, and operates in a jail

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or Criminal Justice or related field.
• Background check and RAP Back enrollment required.
• Preference for bilingual English/Spanish applicants.

Responsibilities

• Refer clients for court-ordered services and maintain case files in the system.
• Identify criminogenic needs, create plans to reduce risk of offenses and failures to appear.
• Provide crisis support, assess readiness to change, and coordinate interventions.
• Collaborate with criminal justice and treatment agencies to promote client interests.
• Attend hearings as required and conduct presentence investigations when needed.
• Maintain professional, client-focused service and ensure compliance with procedures.

Skills

Computer software

Research & report writing

Interviewing methods

Community social services

Crisis intervention

Criminal justice system basics

Case management procedures

Substance abuse knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Job Description

Salt Lake County…A career with a purpose in the community you love!

Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.

What it is like to work here:

At Salt Lake County our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees’ lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work life balance and room to grow and develop.

Surround yourself with:

Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Community is more than a place….its our heart and service that bring us together.

We encourage a work life balance:

Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with /Salt Lake County includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and one personal day every year.

Additional Benefits include:

• Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contribution
• Medical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option-Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designees
• Health Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year, Flexible Spending Account
• 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability option
• Professional Development including professional membership fees paid
• Plus: Onsite medical clinic, childcare and gym; hospital insurance, pet insurance auto and home insurance and discounts at County facilities.

Join our team in a career that centers on alternatives to incarceration, evidence-based practices and community collaboration. We focus on community safety through positive behavior change and supporting individuals involved in the justice system. Our services address the underlying issues that lead to criminal behavior and provide the opportunity for change.

Case Managers with Criminal Justice Services do work that really matters. Case Managers assist clients develop pro-social skills by utilizing evidence-based practices that have lasting behavior changes. We value teamwork, collaboration with community partners, accountability, a client-focused approach, a safe and supportive environment, empowerment, and continued professional development opportunities. We hire the most knowledgeable and experienced employees in the industry.

At Salt Lake County, we do not just accept individual difference; we value and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Not only does Salt Lake County offer an excellent benefits package, but it is also an incredible place to call home and enjoy a quality lifestyle!

JOB SUMMARY

Provide case management utilizing acceptable case management practices addressing community safety, and client needs, and ensuring compliance with court directives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.

Preference will be given to applicants who are bilingual in English and Spanish.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Refers clients for court-ordered services. Utilizes acceptable case management practices regarding maintenance of the file and updating computerized case management system with all required information.
• Provides appropriate level of supervision, identifies criminogenic needs, and creates a plan to reduce failure to appear and/or risk of further offenses.
• Addresses criminogenic needs, reviews progress, provides immediate short-term crisis assistance, and identifies further intervention as needed.
• Assesses readiness to change, identifies barriers, provides support, and collaborates to facilitate positive changes.
• Interacts with criminal justice agencies, treatment agencies, and other agencies providing services to clients to promote the client’s best interests.
• Attends order to show cause hearings, review hearings, and evidentiary hearings at District and Justice Courts.
• Conducts Presentence Investigation interviews, when required, following established PSR procedures and approved client questionnaires; compiles professional investigation reports, and submits to court in accordance with established agency procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

Knowledge of:

• Computer software related to job-specific duties
• Research and report writing techniques
• Interviewing methods and techniques
• Community social services agencies
• Crisis intervention techniques
• Basic structure of the criminal justice system
• Case management procedures and techniques
• Substance abuse and addiction

Skills and Abilities to:

• Work with computers and computer software related to job-specific duties
• Respond to and resolve problems related to client crises
• Conduct client interviews
• Make referrals to community social services agencies
• Effectively manage a caseload
• Recognize and understand substance abuse and addiction
• Navigate criminal justice records and research client cases
• Act independently while being part of a team
• Organize and schedule own work efficiently
• Interact with clients using a problem-solving approach
• Prioritize and perform multiple tasks in a timely manner
• Respond professionally in stressful situations
• Express self clearly and concisely orally and in writing
• Deal effectively with people from various socioeconomic backgrounds

Additional Information

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is a Time Limited position located in the Jail. Being able to work shift work is required.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION

Time-limited Appointed employees will perform work for a specified amount of time dependent on agency funding. They are exempted by law from the rights of a merit employee and work as an at will employee.