Community Supervision

Hall-County; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall-County is seeking a Community Supervisor to provide para-professional social services to participants in an accountability court program. Responsibilities include home visits, transportation assistance, and ensuring attendance at treatment and court sessions.

The role requires an associate degree in a related field and one year of social services or health-care related experience. A Georgia driver’s license is required to operate in a fast-paced court environment.

Qualifications

• One year full-time experience in social services delivery or direct care activities at health-services level.
• Associate degree in Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Education, or related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide limited para-professional social services to participants.
• Update and maintain participant healthcare and social background information.
• Prepare and maintain notes in participant charts per policy.
• Assist in monitoring participant progress toward treatment goals.
• Provide referrals to facilitate continuity of care.
• Assist participants in locating and using community resources.

Skills

Social services experience

Microsoft Office Suite

Court environment familiarity

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Social Work / Psychology / Nursing / Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Community Supervision

Full Time Employee Gainesville, GA, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 2856

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides community case support for participants active in an accountability court program. Works directly with individuals diagnosed with substance use and/or mental health disorders involved in the criminal justice system. Responsibilities include home visits, transportation assistance, vocational support, ensuring attendance at treatment and court sessions, and conducting medication counts. Reports to the Program Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide limited para‑professional social services to participants.
• Update and maintain accurate information on participants' healthcare and social backgrounds.
• Prepare, update, and maintain clear and concise notes in participant charts per departmental policy.
• Assist in monitoring participant progress toward treatment goals.
• Provide referrals to facilitate continuity of care.
• Teach daily living skills and document participant progress.
• Assist participants in locating and utilizing community resources, including legal, medical, financial, and referral services.
• Provide appropriate emotional support and assist in resolving minor problems.
• Help participants perform community integration activities.
• Collect and review participant assignments such as self-help meeting logs, job verifications, and sanction receipts.
• Assist with fee collection and payment management in electronic records system.
• Conduct medication counts and report compliance issues to the team.
• Assist participants in accessing transportation.
• Support participants in seeking vocational opportunities
• Attend and participate in treatment team meetings and court sessions.
• Assist in planning and implementing effective activities for participants.
• Assist with drug testing collection as needed.
• Provide administrative support to treatment staff.
• Provide appropriate input to develop and maintain a network of community contacts.
• Prepare and submit required reports and documentation as requested.
• Maintain confidentiality of participant and office information as required by Federal law.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience

One year full-time (or equivalent part‑time) experience in social services delivery (case management, outreach, prevention/education, etc.) OR one year full‑time experience performing direct care activities, basic nursing procedures, or client training at the level of a health services technician.

Associate’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Education, or related field required.

Must be able to work in a fast‑paced court environment with limited supervision.

Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid Georgia Driver’s License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• County organizational structure and Treatment Services operations.
• Mental health and/or substance use disorders and effective treatment.
• Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Excellent communication skills: active listening and comprehension, critical thinking, judgment and decision making
• Develop and maintain positive customer relations.
• Apply knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders and effective treatment approaches.
• Operate a personal computer, software applications, internet tools, multimedia programs, and a calculator.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with departments and the public.
• Communicate clearly
• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.

ADA Minimum Qualifications:

Physical Ability

Continuously required to remain in a stationary position; operate a computer and office machinery; think analytically; handle stress; remember details; observe; make decisions; adjust to change; direct others; meet deadlines; stay organized; use math/calculations; and type.

Frequently required to move about the office and transport items up to 10 lbs.

Occasionally required to bend, reach overhead, push/pull, twist, and perform repetitive motions; may be on‑call and work irregular hours.

Sensory Requirements

Regularly requires effective verbal and written communication, hand‑eye coordination, and fine motor skills.

Consists of a variety of environments, in and out of office.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbent may be requested to perform job‑related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.