Court & Community Support Specialist

Oaks Integrated Care; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Vision plan

Flexible spending plans

Career growth opportunities

Team oriented environment – FISH! Phil

Job summary

Oaks Integrated Care seeks a Community Justice Specialist for a Burlington County, NJ program. You will support court-ordered clients, coordinate treatment plans, and navigate the criminal justice system with a focus on community-based services.

Roles include coordinating with clinical and judicial teams, documenting care electronically, and ensuring accessibility through evenings/weekends. Travel across NJ/tri-state areas is required, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required.
• Must submit to drug screening, background check and fingerprinting.
• Equal opportunity employer with compliance to federal laws.

Responsibilities

• Assist mental health diversion program participants in navigating the criminal justice system.
• Support participants in complying with court-ordered conditions and individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor participant engagement in treatment services.
• Maintain regular contact with participants, including in-person and community-based meetings.
• Provide evening and weekend availability to complement case management services.
• Monitor medication compliance when prescribed.
• Engage with individuals in jail and other judicial facilities as needed.
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Travel throughout New Jersey and tri-state area as needed.
• Facilitate linkages to community resources and assist with applications for services.

Skills

Assessment & interpretation

Disability/symptom knowledge

Treatment needs understanding

Population-specific communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, counseling, public administration, or related field

Tools

Electronic clinical record

Job description

Oaks Integrated Care seeks a Community Justice Specialist for a Burlington County, NJ program. You will support court-ordered clients, coordinate treatment plans, and navigate the criminal justice system with a focus on community-based services.

Roles include coordinating with clinical and judicial teams, documenting care electronically, and ensuring accessibility through evenings/weekends. Travel across NJ/tri-state areas is required, with opportunities for professional growth.