Family Case Manager

State of Vermont; Newport (VT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave 12 days

14 holidays per year

Group life and medical insurance

Dental coverage after six months

Retirement in Vermont State Employees

Job summary

The State of Vermont is hiring a Family Case Manager in Newport, VT. This permanent, full-time exempt role supports the Judicial Branch, starting at $28.05 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package worth about 30% of total compensation.

The Case Manager guides parties through the judicial process, assists with court documents, and facilitates discussions between participants. A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred and prior judicial or legal experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; two years or more in judicial or legal setting above entry level.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under time/workload demands.
• Experience or exposure to family services, legal or counseling fields is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist parties to understand the judicial process and complete court documents.
• Facilitate discussions between parties with a focus on resolutions.
• Maintain knowledge of family court statutes, policies, rules, and procedures.
• Coordinate with staff, clerk, and judicial officers to support court operations.

Skills

Independence & initiative

Judgment & tact

Problem solving

Written & oral communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Job description

Newport, VT, US

Minimum Salary: $28.05

Maximum Salary: $43.80

Position Type: Exempt

Schedule Type: Full Time

This is a permanent full-time position for a Family Case Manager in Newport, Vermont. This is a Judicial Branch position equivalent to pay grade 23. Starting salary is $27.50 per hour. The State of Vermont’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation.

The Family Case Manager works with parties to understand the judicial process, assists them with the completion of court documents, and facilitates discussions between the parties. The Case Manager must maintain an understanding and working knowledge of the various statutes, administrative policies, rules, and procedures related to family court operations. Work is performed with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative while maintaining an effective and cooperative working relationship with the staff, clerk and judicial officers of the court. The position is supervised by the Court Operations Manager with ongoing direction provided by the judge and magistrates of the Family Court.

The ideal candidate for the Case Manager position will bring strong professional, administrative, problem solving, and customer service skills. A high level of professionalism and confidentially is essential. This is a great opportunity for someone with professional experience in the fields of Family Services, Social Work, Counseling, Human Services, or Legal Services who is looking to have an impact in the Judicial system by becoming part of the Orleans court staff team.

Desired Skills

• Ability to work independently and effectively under time and workload demands
• Ability to exercise good judgment, tact and courtesy in dealing with people
• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems effectively
• Ability to communicate effective, both oral and written

Compensation

Starting salary is $28.05 per hour. After completion of six months original probation, this employee will be eligible for longevity increases in accordance with the State step pay plan and annual cost of living increases as enacted by the Vermont State Legislature.

• 12 days of vacation and sick leave are earned per year.
• 14 holidays are paid per year.
• Group life and medical insurance are available.
• Dental coverage is effective after six months.
• Membership in the Vermont State Employees Retirement System

Education: Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Experience: Two years or more in a judicial or legal setting above entry level

Graduate work in counseling or a related field may be substituted for the experience on a semester for six months basis. Completion of a one-year program in paralegal studies/mediation may be substituted for six months of experience.

Additional years of related judiciary experience, or experience as defined above may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a semester for six months basis.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.